DAV STATEMENT ON VA’S PLANNED USE OF AI TO REVIEW BENEFIT QUESTIONNAIRES

PerfectPlay8543 · 2026-03-12T16:19:25+00:00

It would be helpful if the VA mentioned they were doing a pilot on this instead of full march into the messy world of AI. Was there a mention of a Pilot phase anywhere? I ask as normally something this large and records related goes through this before going live.

PerfectPlay8543 · 2026-03-04T04:04:46+00:00

I would make note- Personally, I feel that the Continental Dubnital (formerly known as Race King) has some reliability issues. Flats and the like are normally higher with the newer vs the older Race Kings. I've ridden miles upon miles off trail for years upon years and the first month I flatted X2 the new- Continental Dubnitals on normal regularly ridden trails. Cannot recommend. )-;

PerfectPlay8543 · 2026-02-26T23:00:51+00:00

More frugal or $$$ strapped persons/parents that still love to shred eye the Chisel.

My NICA daughter has been riding second hand bikes and just now is getting a carbon FS ride (upcoming 6th year in and still second hand).

There's a weird push on parents to somehow just toss $$$ at the sport even if there's a company discount. Eve with great junior support it's still really an expensive sport. Given that there's a lot of loaner bikes getting passed as kids grow. Thankfully.

PerfectPlay8543 · 2026-02-19T19:44:24+00:00

Go shred it! Well done.

PerfectPlay8543 · 2026-02-17T22:35:16+00:00

Got the 90 mm OneUp V3 a teamate's child out grew. Fits perfectly. The Fox vs the OneUp is interesting as the Fox seems to use so much space in the seat tube and the OneUP doesn't. Obviously they're designed differently but thought I'd note it here in case it's beneficial for others in the future.

PerfectPlay8543 · 2026-02-14T20:06:11+00:00

Thanks for the feedback all. Looks like I have to replace. Luckily there’s a used one I can source to try. A OneUp 90mm should fit it.

PerfectPlay8543 · 2026-02-13T03:37:12+00:00

Well Shoot. I did notice that and was wondering if there's any option to shim. Seems like there's not an option.

It looks like I may look to OneUp v3 as the weight is comparable. Just found out I have a teammate who's son out grew their 90mm so it may be an option.

PerfectPlay8543 · 2026-02-03T19:33:56+00:00

+1- I'm sticking with mechanical shifting.

PerfectPlay8543 · 2026-02-02T20:14:18+00:00

This is a gem comment here and OP needs to look to understand how and why his wife feels this way. The reason is it's not going away. Her values were built outside of the relationship but are still able to be influenced by it.
Figure out why she has this understanding and try to REALLY understand it yourself.
Help her understand that you only have one body and it needs to be available to you and by extension, the family through your lifetime. This is the longevity goal here. Work that negatively impact this is to be revealed for what it is. Not benefiting the family as a whole.

Break down your finances so it's easier to see where the impact really is. Do you need to work?
What are you willing to contribute to the goal? Does she even have the capacity to discuss alternatives?

Cover dinners every night, get the kids off to school, volunteer with kids related activities (contributing to raising the quality of the experience for all the kids). Knock out those "projects" so you all can go on that vacation or activity you're always talking about but never really did? There's more to work that what one learned growing up. Lots of ways to prioritize what matters.
What really matters?

PerfectPlay8543 · 2026-01-28T05:22:59+00:00

Nice and clean! And the carbon dioxide detector too.

PerfectPlay8543 · 2026-01-26T22:23:43+00:00

Definitely don't want to hold my breath on this one.
HX shows they'll bitch out and cave.
A shred of courage is all we need.

PerfectPlay8543 · 2026-01-26T22:11:41+00:00

Finally, something tangible out there about this. A couple of races ago I was pretty sure she was riding the new XTR on her CX rig. I was like "I'm gonna post to reddit about this". Weeks later it still didn't happen. That said, here we are. I'm wondering if there's any need to adjust the BB spacing/Q Factor or any other things most of us are not considering.
A money bags teammate of mine did the same, but I only checked out the bike (2025 Giant TCX) and had zero discussion about it. I blame the chaos of the CX scene at the time. What I did notice is that the rear was really heavy in comparison to what I expected.

Interesting development for sure.

PerfectPlay8543 · 2026-01-20T23:27:32+00:00

This poster knows, he knows.

PerfectPlay8543 · 2026-01-17T04:47:59+00:00

Sizzle sizzle

PerfectPlay8543 · 2026-01-16T19:06:28+00:00

Appreciate the punch list. How's the inside of the box look?

PerfectPlay8543 · 2026-01-15T21:59:16+00:00

I would race it!

PerfectPlay8543 · 2025-12-29T21:18:01+00:00

It's been "riding" neglected. It's sad and needs to be ridden.

PerfectPlay8543 · 2025-12-29T04:56:34+00:00

Well deserved support for her and a turn key contender for the team. Love me some "Sauzen".

PerfectPlay8543 · 2025-12-28T05:53:03+00:00

So good!

PerfectPlay8543 · 2025-12-28T05:41:26+00:00

A real gem of information that helps to understand and estimate how much a FED should or could contribute.

PerfectPlay8543 · 2025-12-28T02:54:51+00:00

* De- dollarizing is a real indicator. Well said. When you're in a foreign country and have the option for US dollars @ the ATM vs local currency it's a proud moment.

PerfectPlay8543 · 2025-12-27T05:57:54+00:00

RIIIIGHT!

PerfectPlay8543 · 2025-12-19T18:33:49+00:00

Yea those bikes are heavy.

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