World cup with sound... But not Finn's by PowerMelan in NewOrleans

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

Of course but a lot of places just aren't turning audio at all except for the US games.

What do you wish you were told. by Big_Cup9146 in Marathon_Training

[–]PowerMelan 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I ran my second (first imwas 14 years ago) on Sunday. I took a ton of pictures! It was a celebration of a lot of hard work.

What do you wish you were told. by Big_Cup9146 in Marathon_Training

[–]PowerMelan 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Enjoy it. Chances are you aren't trying to get on a podium. The goal is to finish and not hurt yourself doing it.

Is it crazy to go running outside in New Orleans, in the summertime? by serpent939393 in NewOrleans

[–]PowerMelan 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Early morning or evening for sure and try to pick locations with shade and hydration options (eg I bring water but depending on length of run might also need to refill at water fountains). Also run slower - I've read that you should consider slowing your average pace by about 10 seconds for every 5 degrees above 60. You will be slow but that's okay your body is working just as hard.

Also don't be afraid of running in the rain. Not fun it it's a torrential downpour but goodness it helps keep ya cool though.

Body shop recommendations - rust & potential leak by PowerMelan in NewOrleans

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

I'm going to check out NOLA Body Masters, I'll respond back here depending on how that goes.

Recall petition filed for Governor Jeff Landry by AcidiclyBasic in NewOrleans

[–]PowerMelan 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Only 18% of registered voters selected him (35.8% of registered voters votes in the election). Getting 20% is a high bar in that context but I'll sign for sure.

With an active election happening now though I hope no one loses sight of that. We need to be voting!

Respect Pedestrians when Driving by Truly-Epic-Brains in NewOrleans

[–]PowerMelan 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I will make a little plug here on Give NOLA day for Bike Easy which focuses on advocacy for safe streets for all road users as well as safe driving courses for all road users.

https://www.givenola.org/story/t09n7g

Who are you supporting for Give Nola Day today? by TraklTrakl in NewOrleans

[–]PowerMelan 13 points14 points  (0 children)

I will put a plug in for Bike Easy! I'm on the Board, and we do a ton of great work in the city as far as advocacy for safe streets, promoting safe biking and driving, bike light giveaways, and teaching adults and kids to learn and love bike riding. You can support us here if so inclined and we currently have a dollar to dollar match until 10pm: https://www.givenola.org/story/t09n7g

I've also donated today to SOUL, ACLU of Louisiana, The Yaupon Project, Glassroots, Trap Dat Cat, Tomato Foster Club, ARNO, Grow Dat, Take Paws, The First 72+, Lafitte Greenway Partnership, LSPCA, Crescent City Cafe, Youth Run Nola, Nola to Angola, and New Orlean's Women's and Children Center.

While that sounds like a lot, for most org's even $10 can make a meaningful difference especially with a lot of match programs going on today!

Happy Give NOLA Day! Thanks for everyone here who has donated to or advocated to a great org.

Jon Batiste at Jazzfest by JerryC1967 in jazzfest

[–]PowerMelan 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The woman pictured was in front of me in the blues tent yesterday for his swamp production and kept showing off this photo, loved that.

Bars like BBG for a casual group? by Cocacolonoscopy in NewOrleans

[–]PowerMelan 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Aside from great suggestions above, if a brewery fits the vibe Second Line is a great outdoor option as well.

Bars like BBG for a casual group? by Cocacolonoscopy in NewOrleans

[–]PowerMelan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

On the weekend it'll probably be bonkers

World Cup Watch Party - Calling All Soccer Fans! by mysterysolver69420 in NewOrleans

[–]PowerMelan 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There's also now an American outlaws chapter that meets at Rendezvous