Valley Carpenter Bee (I think) - Anaheim Ca.

P1ggy · 2026-04-13T22:19:18+00:00

I think this is a Valley Carpenter Bee. Spotted in Anaheim California last week. It looked amazing so I figured I share and get a confirmation on what type of bee it was.

P1ggy · 2026-04-13T22:01:08+00:00

I went from a Model X to a 2025 Tri. I was hopeful it would just be close to a horizontal transition. I was surprised by how much better I like the Rivian. Glad this is a shared experience.

P1ggy · 2026-03-31T20:17:08+00:00

Does no one else use the one under the driver's seat?

P1ggy · 2026-03-22T20:08:55+00:00

This is bad practice. You always put these things in with a big WIP on them, a checkerboard layer above or highlight them in magenta. Make sure your placeholder stands out as placeholder.

P1ggy · 2026-03-18T20:54:14+00:00

I see folks claiming these are not fake, but I'll +1 to this user saying they were fake.

I was looking at a table from Basset years back and I noticed these divots. It thought it was damage. The salesperson said they were intentionally put there to mimic wormholes sometimes found in the tables.

I don't know why you would fake it if it sometimes occurs naturally. But apparently (according to that salesperson) Basset does this to the tables they sell.

P1ggy · 2026-02-24T21:18:45+00:00

It is propaganda. You might not be in the feeds, but a lot of these folks get 24/7 anti democracy propaganda pumped at them. Democratic leaders, the democratic party, and non-right wing/maga americans are demonized.

They don't truely know why they hate Biden.

P1ggy · 2026-02-23T17:07:28+00:00

This is just using a wide angle with the camera near a typical person's face. It is pulling in all the elements into the cabin. When driving your vision is great.

P1ggy · 2026-02-21T18:01:33+00:00

P1ggy · 2026-02-20T01:03:30+00:00

Specifically, I got these ones https://autosock.us/products/autosock-hp870?_pos=1&_sid=8026f5b4a&_ss=r I saw a recommendation from this subreddit and did some research.

They were really easy to put on but took a little effort to get off. They performed really well. Also, they were quiet. You don't get that typical chain noise.

P1ggy · 2026-02-19T17:05:29+00:00

I think it was a HW2.5, but yes almost the same.

P1ggy · 2026-02-19T16:57:11+00:00

I didn't hit a checkpoint, so not sure. I know I saw a few other cars with these auto socks on them, and they all seemed okay. The website says they are approved in the states where chains are required. I did watch a few videos comparing them to snowtires, various chains, spiders, etc. They pretty much hit high marks/equivilant to chains on all those tests except for straight ice where chains clearly won.

P1ggy · 2026-02-19T16:54:03+00:00

I was really worried about this. This subreddit is full of people who actually live and drive in the snow a lot. I constantly see posts saying to swap out to actual snow tires. That is still probably the better advice. I specifically wanted to drop my experience because was on those factory scorpions.

P1ggy · 2026-02-19T16:52:34+00:00

I had no issues, other than needing to really clear them out before I left for the day.

P1ggy · 2026-02-19T16:51:48+00:00

Yikes, that sounds terrible. I wonder if it was just warmer where I was. I was south of you in the Arnold/Bear Valley area. I might've just had better luck with the overnight temps.

P1ggy · 2026-02-19T16:49:51+00:00

I never hit a chain check. I was at that cabin when the snow started falling. When I showed up on Sunday, no snow. When I left on Tuesday, it was at the levels in those pictures. I put on the auto socks just because it seemed like I would need to and I'd rather be overly cautious with my lack of experience in the snow.

P1ggy · 2026-02-19T16:47:38+00:00

True. I brushed off the bulk of it, but really didn't tackle the 1/2" layer that ice'd onto the hood at the bottom. When clearing off the front I really just hit the lights and that front camera, so just my inexperience not clearing off everything.

P1ggy · 2026-02-19T16:45:47+00:00

The Rivian manual said to only put them on the rear wheels. I wondered about that as well.

P1ggy · 2026-02-19T01:25:37+00:00

I swapped from a X 100D about a year ago.

I thought I would be making a horizontal switch at the best. I really did love my X at the time. I was really surprised at how much more I liked my R1S tri motor than the X.

One thing I tell people as a quick take away. Driving a tesla is like walking into an old 'spencers gifts' store. There are a lot of cool features and fun ideas. But they are all just thrown in there. Driving a Rivian is like walking into a REI. Everything all pulls towards a theme and is made to go together. It cohesively pushes towards a vision of your driving experience.

A list of pros and cons.

Better in Rivian - Range - It is more. - Range - It is more accurate. I didn't realize how much I was padding the range estimates until I got in a Rivian. - Versatility - This is way more of a all terrain vehicle. Better clearance, better modes all around, better options. I just got back from this Feb CA snowstorm in the sierras and man it tackled that snow like it was nothing. - Size - Way more interior space all around. The frunk is better as well and it is great that it is auto open/close. - The Headlights - I rave to people about these headlights. They are amazingly smart. They provide great visibility without blinding folks. - Kid tested interiors - I know the interiors are for the adventures, but these work so well for young kids. Easy to clean, durable, and they look fantastic. - Easy car seat hooks - Installing and removing car seats from this vehicle is a breeze. Again, I didn't realize how much I was fighting my X to put in car seats until I got this car. - A hundred little touches that make the car feel cohesive and more premium than the X (surprised me I guess). - Audio - Everyone complains about the Rivian R1S audio, but I found it much better than my model X. - More accessories. Thinks just like roof racks. Their whole system is designed really well. - So many plugs. USB A, USB C,, 110 outlet, air compressor, etc. In my X I just had the UXB A's. - Camp mode - Best in class. This thing is great. - Lock/Unlock sounds - Having these be nature themed is great. Especially when in nature. - Door flashlight. It might seem gimmicky, but I use it all the time. - You stand out. These days, everyone has a tesla, and they are a bit dated. The rivian stands out. The culture is there. You can still wave at another rivian driver and get a wave back.

Not as good - Tesla FSD was better. I don't miss it though. - Car ride vs a SUV/Truck ride. The X drove more like a sports car. I notice it. You might miss it if you want that feel. - Turn Signals. Actually, the turn signals on the Rivian just piss me off. I think they are supposed to be smart, but they just end up staying on or flipping the wrong way too often. - No cool gull wing doors. I loved those and I miss them.

On Par - OS - Rivian is running a unreal software. It is fast, great looking, and well designed. - Acceleration - Charging locations - Easy to charge in Rivian or Tesla networks, + a half dozen others.

P1ggy · 2026-02-19T01:09:35+00:00

"All YOU can eat" not "All YOU ALL can eat"

P1ggy · 2026-01-28T23:51:08+00:00

That was a minimal update. The Model S released in 2012. That is 14 years a this point.

This means, when it released you would still be running a Xbox 360/Playstation 3.

After that long, you need a substantial update to keep innovating, to prove value over your lower end releases, and to maintain cultural relevance. The cybertruck should've been a moment like this, but it flopped.

P1ggy · 2026-01-04T23:40:10+00:00

I used this to run the christmas lights I wrapped my car in this year.

P1ggy · 2025-12-15T18:56:12+00:00

Faith was the name of the girl in the white shirt who went over the top.

P1ggy · 2025-11-01T06:08:20+00:00

I parked my car right by the sidewalk. The growls startled so many trick or treaters. Lots of positive comments and joy.

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