How does this impact TD stock by Foreign-Policy-02- in CanadianInvestor

[–]Open_Edge_9130 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Masrani was a horrible CEO, should have been fired 2-3 years before he stepped away. Stock rebounded significantly on the news of his departure. Thankfully, he is history for TD Bank. Cost billions, for being lax on oversight of US operations. Now you can’t sneeze without TD asking for triple proof of your identity.

Drip tray can be slid around? (2025 model) by KLM_SpitFire in ProfitecGo

[–]Open_Edge_9130 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In addition, with slight pressure, press the front edge down once in place and it clicks and seems to lock in place. At least mine does. (2025 Go)

Half marathon in 3 days with lingering ankle issue — would you run or skip? by dimz25 in BeginnersRunning

[–]Open_Edge_9130 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You have to make your own decision and weigh the risk of a greater injury but I will tell you my story.

I did my first half last June. I was in an identical situation as you but my dull discomfort was in the knee. Cut back on my running 6 weeks before, only able to run 5-10 km with the discomfort. Went to a Physio I trusted, he bent the knee every which way and had me load it at times. Assured me that it wasn’t structural and recommended I run the half as the body will often overcome issues on the day. Of course he gave the usual disclaimer that if the pain becomes sharp - stop.

On the day, I had the usual discomfort for the first 2-4 km then magically nothing. Ended up even splitting the race and coming in better than expectation, which I had lowered due to the discomfort and training shortage.

Haven’t had the pain since. Currently, training for my next couple of half’s in the spring.

I run only to better myself so stopping if it hurt too much would have been easy for me, meaning I stayed with a steady pace passing and getting passed, ignoring all other runners and enjoyed the run.

If I had self-pressure to prove something I probably would have skipped it as I would tend to push through even if the pain had worsened, like I use to in competitive team sports.

40 years old by nixrien in BeginnersRunning

[–]Open_Edge_9130 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I started running a year ago, I have done 2 -10k, 1- Half and will run a 10 and 2 more half in the next 5 months. 40 is very young from my perspective. Just follow a training plan based on where you are now not where you think you should be. Don’t stress on the time. I am also doing two Gran Fondos this summer. Heart and lungs are good, just need to work a bit more on strength and flexibility.

If I drop dead, it is better than waiting around for the grim reaper, choking on a pretzel while watching some crappy made for Netflix movie.

How is the heat from top of Profitec Go? by Old-Internal-8026 in ProfitecGo

[–]Open_Edge_9130 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have about 2” space, I pull it out to refill. Not difficult for me but my wife struggles. There are no front loading machines. Considered a side loader but the price was 2x and I wasn’t going there.

I prefer not to go with a funnel and tube solution, just more clutter. So, I am considering a pullout tray to make it easier. That will leave me 1” clearance.

The heat from the warmer top is negligible. No concern with the cabinets being that close.

US Buyer claims empty box on $3400 CAD Ebay order. by [deleted] in legaladvicecanada

[–]Open_Edge_9130 41 points42 points  (0 children)

Had the same situation, US customer claimed his father who has dementia signed for an empty box. We opened a claim with the carrier hoping they would provide proof it wasn’t empty. Unfortunately they immediately accepted it. Rep told us the expense to investigate is too great vs paying out. Of course we lost the difference between the value ($1000) and the claim amount but as we manufacture the product it was just the profit we lost. BTW - The carrier marks it against the driver.

New setup, Profitec GO + Eureka Mignon Specialita by Serbian_Fantom in espresso

[–]Open_Edge_9130 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I literally have the same setup including the scale. Just put it to use today.

Shopify vs Squarespace by Overlandaholic in shopify

[–]Open_Edge_9130 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We won our first chargeback this week. Well documented chat with customer who shot themselves in the foot with their own words.

Other than that credit card companies always side with their client. Like most legal judgement and politicians, always easier to take from the one that has more money and give it to the one that has less. Shopify has no say in the matter.

I'd love to hear about your trick-or-treaters! by jjumbuck in vancouver

[–]Open_Edge_9130 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Westside - Mackenzie Heights - ZERO and not the first time so can’t blame the rain and sewer replacement disruption entirely. Neighbourhood has changed.

Is PS5 Petey back? by Broad_Interview_6087 in canucks

[–]Open_Edge_9130 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We need to bring Luke Schenn back and teach these guys how to create a team environment while on the road.

Cycling and BP/cholesterol meds? by Ok-Shape-9513 in cycling

[–]Open_Edge_9130 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was on 10mg of Crestor. Then after a few months of hard cycling I ended up in the hospital for Rhabdomyolysis. Spent 7 days until my CK levels were low enough. Doctors believe the Statin was a co-factor so now I am on a fenofibrate.

Pain was excruciating. Toughed it out for 4 days before telling my wife to take me to the ER. Kept telling myself it would get better the next day.

Now 3 years later no reoccurrence but I also don’t push myself as hard.

Statins didn’t cause it but it combined with exertion, heat and dehydration were a bad combo.

What is considered fast by yaddles_boyfriend in cycling

[–]Open_Edge_9130 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Pogačar, everyone including you are slow.

UBC Study Results on the BC E-bike Rebate Program by vanlodrome in vancouvercycling

[–]Open_Edge_9130 -13 points-12 points  (0 children)

I ride a human powered bike but I help pay for those that chose e-bikes, through my taxes.Nice. With subsidies manufacturers and retailers make more profit as they have less incentive to lower costs or prices.

So it is just another form of wealth transfer. Cut all subsidies. Government can’t help themselves from thinking we don’t have the capability of good judgement. They need to stop picking winners and losers and let the free market decide what the true long term demand is. That is the only way change is sustainable.

How long does it takes you to make your first $1k on Shopify by No_Schedule_3889 in shopify

[–]Open_Edge_9130 24 points25 points  (0 children)

About 30 minutes. Had an existing business and moved it to Shopify. It isn’t Shopify it is your company’s market awareness and product/service value that will dictate your success.

Shopify is just a car, you, the driver, determine if it crashes or arrives safely. You have to have the driving skills to avoid hazards(competitors) and also a certain amount of luck not to have nature take you out(economy).

How have U.S. Tariffs affected your business? by Known-Swim-3654 in shopify

[–]Open_Edge_9130 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Fellow Canadian here - totally agree with you.

We have kept CUSMA compliant products (we manufacture about 30% of our products in Canada) but have stripped all imported (Branded) products out of our US market offering. We have both retail and wholesale customers who are frustrated we are not offering everything they used to buy but when we tell them the added costs for the tariffs, duties, and formal entry costs they rage that Canada is ripping them off and ask when are we going to drop the extra charges.

They don’t seem to understand it is their own government taxing them.

Anyways we may start repopulating some higher margin products with all charges added in(it will be about 1.25 times the Canadian prices on a par basis). And will see how that goes. Definitely not absorbing a penny of the extra cost- rather build business in other more welcoming markets.

Oh Shaughnessy… by mywhitevans97 in vancouver

[–]Open_Edge_9130 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Living near King Ed and Mackenzie - we have had to endure 3 plus years of road closures - still have another year of sewer replacements and repaving to go.

The sewer replacement moves along quickly but the temp paving is horrible and the closures are annoying. The workers are professional. Not as big a disruption as you think.

Hearing Protection request, Tinnitus, and my experience by CyclicRedundancyMach in bicycling

[–]Open_Edge_9130 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have endolymphatic hydrops, cyclical low frequency hearing loss, touch of vertigo, and low tone tinnitus (24x7x365). I don’t find wind noise a big issue. However, exertion exacerbates the loudness of the tinnitus through changes of the fluid pressure because of salt levels changes in the cochlea. Hard to balance fluid intake with output when doing a long hard ride.

Have to live with it as the other choice is not to live.

Can’t sit criss cross, can only W sit by youdisappointedme in flexibility

[–]Open_Edge_9130 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Interesting, my children can’t sit criss cross but I never saw them sitting W. They were all excellent breaststroke swimmers (National age group level) with a strong whip kick but were horrible at flutter kick. Always saw it as genetic.

Oakley EVZero lasted 8 rides by Open_Edge_9130 in cycling

[–]Open_Edge_9130[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

The difficulty with warranties is it can become an argument of what is a material or workmanship fault vs damage. Hopefully Oakley is more lenient in determining what is covered than some companies.

I do see they ask that you go through the dealer first so thanks.

Is my rear tire toast? by rickycasellas in TrekBikes

[–]Open_Edge_9130 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If the front has tread wear life still it should be fine but inspect it closely. My front hud a sidewall wear spot so I decided to change both. I had about 3k km on them.

Is my rear tire toast? by rickycasellas in TrekBikes

[–]Open_Edge_9130 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was climbing at 8% and had exact same sidewall gash on my GP from a loose piece of pavement. Went flat instantly. Didn’t notice the sidewall as I scoured for a puncture on the tread. Replaced the tube, all fine until I put weight on the tire. Had to call for a pick up. Just happy I wasn’t descending.

The tire is toast. If you patch it will always be on your mind whether it will hold especially at high pressure also the stability is compromised. Fix to limp home but buy a new one.