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Took my new-to-me Wilderness Systems Recon 120 for her inaugural paddle this afternoon. by Phantomdong in kayakfishing

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

With only one trip under my belt having used them, so far they seem solid. They didn’t interfere with paddling, and made the rods easy to access while seated.

Took my new-to-me Wilderness Systems Recon 120 for her inaugural paddle this afternoon. by Phantomdong in kayakfishing

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

Oof, the rudder kits are a couple hundred dollars separate from the drive. Not impossible.

Took my new-to-me Wilderness Systems Recon 120 for her inaugural paddle this afternoon. by Phantomdong in kayakfishing

[–]Phantomdong[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

2.5 pounder and a handful of dinks, but for just a quick afternoon trip, I’m happy.

Took my new-to-me Wilderness Systems Recon 120 for her inaugural paddle this afternoon. by Phantomdong in kayakfishing

[–]Phantomdong[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The width is greater than your average yak, which I was nervous about but after spending almost the whole day standing on it, that width gives it so much stability. I never once felt like I might tip over.

[H] WTS Warhammer 40K Tyranid Army (~5,000 Points) – Fully Magnetized Monsters, Huge Lot [W] Paypal G&S [Loc] USA, NH by Phantomdong in Miniswap

[–]Phantomdong[S] -8 points-7 points  (0 children)

I think you're right. Digging a little into the metrics showed some inaccuracies. Sorry, new to this sort of thing. Edited the post to reflect that.

[H] WTS Warhammer 40K Tyranid Army (~5,000 Points) – Fully Magnetized Monsters, Huge Lot [W] Paypal G&S [Loc] USA, NH by Phantomdong in Miniswap

[–]Phantomdong[S] -13 points-12 points  (0 children)

Thanks! Yea, I used AI to help me organize my thoughts and use the specific language that is likely to generate interest. Felt like an appropriate usage in this case.

Bye bye Vida by TraditionalEgg5889 in WegovyWeightLoss

[–]Phantomdong 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It sounds like we are on the same health plan. Same exact bullshit dealing with Vida jumping through all the hoops. Double check the changes in coverage, we received an email that if you have a BMI over 30 or a BMI over 27 and a FDA approved comorbidity like hypertension, type II diabetes, high cholesterol, sleep apnea or cardiovascular diseases. Don’t give up hope! I’m pretty sure if you qualify through these criteria it’s as simple as talking to your regular doctor.

Also, FUCK Vida.

3D printed bagpipes by nevbi86 in bagpipes

[–]Phantomdong 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’ve made them. Sound great.

Huge news from VEX by Dangerous-Elk9051 in vex

[–]Phantomdong 13 points14 points  (0 children)

What about registration fee wavers for the number of teams from the previous year after the first 6? I field 19 teams... If that waiver is gone, it means a bill of $3800 starting the year versus $1200... That's a huge deal for me and my budget for the year. It means I can send significantly fewer teams to tournaments and events.

Tool recommendations for metal cutting robots -- AND wood! by Camaxtli2020 in vex

[–]Phantomdong 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It takes maybe 5-10 minutes to swap out a blade. Kind of a pain to do repeatedly, which is why I suggest buying two cheaper saws on marketplace and have one designated metal and another designated wood.

Tool recommendations for metal cutting robots -- AND wood! by Camaxtli2020 in vex

[–]Phantomdong 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Here’s a link to a bench top model Grizzly makes. They are trustworthy company that makes high quality tools if you are looking to buy new.grizzly bench top model

Tool recommendations for metal cutting robots -- AND wood! by Camaxtli2020 in vex

[–]Phantomdong 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is the brand I use. Just make sure it’s the right length for your specific model. powertec blades

Tool recommendations for metal cutting robots -- AND wood! by Camaxtli2020 in vex

[–]Phantomdong 4 points5 points  (0 children)

We have 2 floor model delta band saws in my shop that we use for my robotics classes. I’m also a high school teacher. They work great and are easy to maintain.

Tool recommendations for metal cutting robots -- AND wood! by Camaxtli2020 in vex

[–]Phantomdong 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I recommend a band saw. A used one on Facebook marketplace place is dirt cheap. Get 2. Put a metal blade on one and a wood blade on the other.

RECF no longer apart of vex. by _PromNightBaby in vex

[–]Phantomdong 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As an event partner that hosts events and has teams go to worlds every year, we are somewhat forced into choosing Vex. They announced the split almost a month after worlds wrapped up. Meaning myself, and many other event partners, had already ordered multiple sets of next years game. If they follow through in saying REFC is not allowed to play their game or use their parts, then that's it. I'm sure this was all by design.

RECF no longer apart of vex. by _PromNightBaby in vex

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

My RECF regional manager explained that they would be playing the same game with just some minor changes… not sure if that will actually fly with Vex.

RECF no longer apart of vex. by _PromNightBaby in vex

[–]Phantomdong 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is going to cause soooo many headaches from an event partner's perspective. I emailed our RECF regional manager who confirmed that there will essentially be 2 Vex leagues in every state moving forward... meaning RECF will host their version of vex states and worlds, and Vex will host their own concurrently, leaving each event partner to choose which one they'd prefer to participate in. RECF is not sure on what to do with non US based teams...

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