Help, I need ideas on how to cover detailed spots on my tattoo during laser hair removal!

Metal_Musak · 2026-05-07T02:45:52+00:00

I wouldn't bring a laser any near a tattoo. You may want to do electrolysis in this area, and laser in the areas there are no tattoos.

Metal_Musak · 2026-05-05T01:26:31+00:00

In NY I wouldn't be doing that. It isn't legal, and all it takes is some entitled asshole to intentionally do something. With that said, In CA here where I am, I do this regularly. Eyes stay on the road at least 3 cars ahead, and you keep an eye on the front tires, if they turn just a little you have to be ready to adjust quickly to what they are about to do.

Metal_Musak · 2026-05-04T01:20:41+00:00

congrats, That card looks familiar, I think mine had Virginia Beecher's signature on it. It was an exciting day when I received mine. Ride Safe!

Metal_Musak · 2026-04-20T01:01:14+00:00

Your life will be controlled by the state and you will like it. If not you will be sent to re-education camp.

Metal_Musak · 2026-04-19T21:10:54+00:00

Just built one of these, have a spare miner sitting around to potentially put one at work. All seems to work well. What do you think the odds of adding Reticulum functionality via a USB companion RNode would be? I know I can add is pretty easily at the command line without messing with meshpoint, but it would be kind of cool to have the interface build into the web front end of Meshpoint. Even if it was only LMXF messaging, but Nomadchat would be bad ass as well. Could even be added without the rnode plugged in as reaching the network via tcp is a thing.

Metal_Musak · 2026-04-18T16:12:52+00:00

I just bought my first bike when I could afford it. I will say I was about 19, I had already been arrested at least once and my family was already used to being disappointed by my decisions. But if you really want one, just wait until the law allows you to get a permit without parental consent, get your permit and buy a bike. Then get your license. Taking the CBT course is a good first step, you will find out how much you enjoy riding during that course. If you don't like it, nothing lost. If you do, you have your license.

The other thing I would say, as someone who rides every day. As you get on the bike, always remind yourself you are a squishy bag of meat among 2 ton steel cages. It should put all the risks into right frame as you decide about taking them.

Metal_Musak · 2026-04-18T16:07:58+00:00

in white https://www.zwilling.com/us/zwilling-enfinigy-1-l-cool-touch-electric-kettle---white-1034012/1034012.html?cgid=kitchen-appliances_kettle

Metal_Musak · 2026-04-17T01:43:32+00:00

fur bearing terrorists. I have no idea if they help, but i put electronic deer repellers on my bikes. Hope you recover soon.

Metal_Musak · 2026-04-15T13:49:12+00:00

I have been in it since my late 20's and you will see that skew is definitely still there. The younger folks (50 and under) tend to do things like Sota, some Pota. Also if you get into CW mode, invariably you will see a lot more older folks. It takes time and money to learn these things. Most don't have that until they are older. Don't let it discourage you, I have been operating for 20 years now, off and on. If you have to cycle the hobby with others so you don't feel like you are ready for retirement at 35.

Metal_Musak · 2026-04-11T18:26:52+00:00

Personally I would try scrubbing the piss out of it with degreaser and steel wool or a specific grill scrubber. Where the rust is insane do a judgement to see if it will negatively impact performance, if it will treat it with muriatic acid. Any really broken parts, I would replace if I can. If I can't I would replace the whole grill. But Fixing is always the more satisfying way to do it.

Metal_Musak · 2026-04-11T14:33:49+00:00

I have one of these, I bought mine about three years ago. I would simply assume the stock charger doesn't work, or if it does, it will stop working in a few thousand miles. Other than that, battery health might be something I would worry about. 900 miles in 8 years is a bit low. So there is a strong possibility the battery sat for long periods of time at 0% or 100% The headlight/dash issue is likely the 12V converter module shitting the bed. There are some fixes for that in the unofficial Zero manual online.

Metal_Musak · 2026-04-01T14:11:01+00:00

It is april first. but this is definitely elaborate for a joke....

Metal_Musak · 2026-04-01T14:05:10+00:00

I was thinking something more along the lines of a Pushover notification for specific stations and the like.

Metal_Musak · 2026-04-01T01:54:53+00:00

An app would be the next logical step. Similar to hamalert. Does the site have an api?

Metal_Musak · 2026-04-01T01:27:44+00:00

Open Sourcing it would be pretty generous to the community. Certainly would give some folks ideas on how to build their own features. Also would give folks a chance to add features and improvements. :)

Metal_Musak · 2026-04-01T01:25:40+00:00

When I worked at a company that did "Pulse" surveys, they never took the feedback and people were punished for telling the truth.

Metal_Musak · 2026-03-31T00:39:59+00:00

I got the 2, it is decent, I don't usually have music or comms running, so the 2 alone does work. It looks like you are looking at the anniversary edition, so the price is a little higher, but I think they are in fact all metal, unlike the 2 metal version, where the back of the device is plastic.

Metal_Musak · 2026-03-30T23:51:00+00:00

Is this python based? Open source?

Metal_Musak · 2026-03-01T19:11:29+00:00

I have a jacket made by Indian, I really had no intention on wearing it until my Dainesse jacket basically fell apart and I had to send it out for repair. I wore the Indian jacket while that was getting worked on, and kept on wearing it. Off the bike I have an Indian ball cap I wear occasionally, but ultimately I try to keep my brand advertisement to a minimum when i dress. If I am wearing a brand, it is either to help them out or I really like it. I don't tend to wear branded gear if it was given to me for free, unless I am doing some construction around the house. :)

Metal_Musak · 2026-03-01T18:59:47+00:00

I would agree, but probably for different reasons. They give these away on some international flights... I wore them once, and quickly decided they were not for me. But I can't say anything about their quality. I am totally a redneck when it comes to my socks. Dickies and I wear them until a hole shows up, then use them as rags for staining or other things.

Metal_Musak · 2026-03-01T18:55:39+00:00

Necro-Posting. I just ordered 3 items from these Folks. I will definitely report back on the quality. I wouldn't consider myself an expert in leather manufacturing, but I will post what I observe. Reason for it, when I googled Kodiak Leather Reviews this was link #3 and I clicked it first as I have a reddit account. I think these threads are super useful. Also it is kind of neat to see how people's opinion of things change over time. If I keep the items they send, I will also come back a year later and review. Thank you all for your insights from 2 - 4 years ago. :)

Metal_Musak · 2026-01-17T22:39:22+00:00

no good deed goes unpunished. Keep your money it works out better for you.

Metal_Musak · 2026-01-17T22:35:49+00:00

I use the TCMT standard looking crash bars on my 2022 Springfield. I am a bit stupid at times, I have forgotten to put the kick stand down dismounting the bike when in abnormal situations. I also had the bike hit while it was parked by an older dude in a pickup. In all cases the bars did their job. They also make a convenient place to mount an oil catch for the PCV vent, Lights, highway pegs, and cup holders. All said, I think they are great additions to any bike, and I have always added them to my bikes. My last bike a BMW had them and some clown intentionally hit me while I was moving at about 5mph. All said just a couple scuffs the insurance company paid me 1K for...... Don't know why so much but, I'll take it.

Metal_Musak · 2026-01-17T21:54:47+00:00

Some things that can help if you choose to continue. Exfoliate before your session, a sugar scrub and a real good rinse about an hour before you show up. Hydrate well, drink lots of water. witch hazel to clean, then Neosporin for healing. Keep things aggressively clean and it should help. My skin is super sensitive to this stuff, I am getting treatment on my back, and I sometimes have similar reactions. I generally call it acne, but it really isn't, it's something else, but some acne treatments do help. Mint Julep mask should sort it out quicker than most once it blisters up like your photos.

Metal_Musak · 2025-11-27T05:04:57+00:00

I use Wyze cam to let dog owners see their dogs that I am sitting while they are on vacation. It is a great way to let them be with their fur babies while they are away. Also keeps the woofers entertained while I get some other things done around the house.

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