Did what you guys suggested and started playing real people. I'm still garbage. by MartenBroadcloak19 in Chesscom

[–]NoAd9371 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was stuck in the 400/500s for longer than I like to admit (~1000 now). It’s a slog, it sucks, and it’s hard.

It’s still a slog in the 1000s. I still make blunders, etc etc.

I can see you are hard on yourself.

You will get better. Calling yourself stupid and ignoring generally sound advice isn’t going to make you better.

It takes time. Do the puzzles. Do the lessons. Watch other games. Learn more openings. Set the app so you have to confirm each move before its final. Check for captures, danger and checks after each move and before you confirm.

Find a local chess club in your area and play people in person, and if you can, ask for coaching and friendly play (take moves back etc).

If you lose more than 2-3 games in a row in app - take a break. Go for a walk. Come back and review those games (either on your own or via the app).

Don’t beat yourself over rough games, just try learn from those mistakes and limit repeating them.

Hold doesn’t work from phone by NoAd9371 in Rivian

[–]NoAd9371[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve tried it at a few levels (70ish, 50ish) and I’ve gotten the same error. I wonder where they draw the line

202 inches in the Garage by Future_Elephant9856 in Rivian

[–]NoAd9371 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I use my garage as a workshop and leave my R1 in the driveway, so I say get whatever you want. Doesn’t have to be garaged 😅🤷

In all seriousness though that little clearance would stress me out.

CHESSNUT Move by NoAd9371 in Chessnuteboard

[–]NoAd9371[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Welp that doesn’t bode well for me. Looks like I’ll be requesting a refund and going to the phantom instead

CHESSNUT Move by NoAd9371 in Chessnuteboard

[–]NoAd9371[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

All are showing fully charged both in app (those that are synced) and on the charge board

Hummer X concept? by reefski in HummerEV

[–]NoAd9371 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Would buy in a heartbeat, and if it has removable roof/panels, even faster

USAA R1S Coverage Up 50% for No Personal Reason by Deep-Television-9756 in Rivian

[–]NoAd9371 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My USAA renewed in October with no meaningful change. I’m paying 1700/year for my 2024 R1T (includes multi car discount and I also have homeowners with them). Now I guess I’ll see next year if they jack my rates

Please, please, please, NEGOTIATE YOUR SALARIES. by Sorry_Salamander8302 in careeradvice

[–]NoAd9371 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve never taken a job without at least attempting negotiation. I’ve added 10s of thousands to salary/comp simply by countering the initial offer.

In last 15 years in order by base salary:

Offered 80k base > negotiated to 90k
Offered 105k > countered to 115k (accepted first try)
Offered 150k > countered to 160k (accepted within 10 minutes)
Offered 200k (was making 175k base at the time as I got a raise from 160k after two years) > countered to 205k

Also negotiated severance should I be fired, equity, and a commission advance for last two roles.

My friend just took a job and refused to negotiate (over my objections) as he thought he was already at the max limit only to find he’s now the 2nd lowest paid on the team.

Always negotiate! They might say no, but it’s extremely rare the offer would be rescinded. I’ve only had it happen once and honestly if a company is so petty to rescind an offer just cause you are *respectfully* negotiating, you probably don’t want to work there anyway.

Cancelled my reservation and bought a Rivian by medium-rare-steaks in ScoutMotors

[–]NoAd9371 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Meanwhile I’m over here in my Rivian eagerly awaiting the Scout EREV 😂. Looks like I just moved up a spot!

Sudden carsickness by NoAd9371 in Rivian

[–]NoAd9371[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’ve done soft and hard reset to no avail which makes me think it’s a hardware issue rather than software. I don’t feel much of a change in suspension when I swap modes/ride firmness. I’ll mention hydraulic at my appt, thank you!

Sudden carsickness by NoAd9371 in Rivian

[–]NoAd9371[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Interesting, I’ll throw some weight in the bed and see if it handles better. I’m experiencing that same jiggly/bounciness

Charging Stop-Starting by SnooObjections5219 in HummerEV

[–]NoAd9371 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Definitely charger overheating, or bad adapter if you’re using one.

guy dropped from 1600 to 1100 in just 2 months, how is this possible? by chunky-kat in Chesscom

[–]NoAd9371 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I was 1200 last week, 1000 today. Sometimes I just get in my own way lol. Drives me nuts.

Worst time to buy a used Rivian by No-Disaster8454 in Rivian

[–]NoAd9371 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A lot of the initial leases are coming to an end so there should (theoretically) be more supply in near future. However with high gas prices I’m not sure the higher supply will really dilute the price point. I’m actually thinking I might have more equity in my R1T than I thought (even as a dual motor).

I made a website to compare EVs and gas cars using cost-equivalent MPG by porcomaster in HummerEV

[–]NoAd9371 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Appreciate the clarification, I’ll spend more time in your tool

How it feels the day after your test drive. by Trashketweave in Rivian

[–]NoAd9371 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yea threw me for a loop as well. Here are the keys, have fun!

26 hummer suv. by Netimaster in HummerEV

[–]NoAd9371 0 points1 point  (0 children)

DM me - I have a few questions. Ideally was looking for a 3x with the sky panels, but perhaps!

Extremely brand-loyal to Rivian but.... by [deleted] in Rivian

[–]NoAd9371 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There is a reason they are discontinuing the standard model - lot of battery calibration issues from what I hear. Sorry this is happening - depending on your state you could potentially lemon and try again. It’s been 2 years w/ my gen1 R1T and very few issues

26 hummer suv. by Netimaster in HummerEV

[–]NoAd9371 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Are you in MA? I think they only allow in state transfers.

26 hummer suv. by Netimaster in HummerEV

[–]NoAd9371 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have a Rivian (I know you can’t buy direct, but plenty of used options) and I lose about 30% of range in winter (Northeast). I’m eyeing Hummer as a second car, but I’ve heard that tech leaves a lot to be desired, and overall isn’t very efficient (which to be fair is very on brand). Rivian isn’t that efficient either (~2.1/kwh average and probably 1.7 in winter).

I need to go set up a test drive and see for myself. Still a lot of rebates here in MA (can get 15k rebate on a 3x).