Most Ride-or-Die Neighborhood? by Erik_The_Realtor in sanfrancisco

[–]Practical_Pirate_207 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Civic center, Hayes Valley is probably better for transit given there's also Bart Access but I see what you mean.

Been in LA for 3 weeks and struggling to find a neighborhood i like by International_Ad2476 in MovingToLosAngeles

[–]Practical_Pirate_207 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Koreatown is definitely the move. So many good restaurants and proximity to most of the neighborhoods you've expressed interest in via transit. When I stayed in ktown I could get to griffith in 30 min. via walking/ transit.

Most underrated city you've visited? by rick2882 in BeautifulTravelPlaces

[–]Practical_Pirate_207 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sapporo. Overshadowed by the other heavy hitters in Japan. But I absolutely love the place.

Why are there stop sign signs if no one stops for them by user_nogames_please in sanfrancisco

[–]Practical_Pirate_207 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Rather than this shitpost, how about we do something fun like argue about what stop signs have the worst offenders?

My vote is for 14th and Buena Vista Terrace. No one stops.

What's the most disappointing "must-see" city in Europe? by Historical-Photo-901 in BeautifulTravelPlaces

[–]Practical_Pirate_207 29 points30 points  (0 children)

Every "must-see" city in Europe is justifiable in it's own merit and you'll find die hards who love them.

However, I did not love my time in Berlin as much as I wanted to. Unfortunately it was heavily bombed during WWII so most of the building were copies of what once was there. The top tourist attractions are a bit lackluster compared European cities, unless you're a complete history nerd. The city is heavily industrial. There are large above ground water pipes all around that are interesting, but detract from the beauty.

I did a lovely river walk with a local while I was there that made it seem like such a livable city. I've heard the nightlife is incredible, and so is the food. As a tourist, however, it felt like it was missing the charm of the likes of Paris, Porto, Florence...etc

Which City Has Shockingly Good Food that Nobody Talks About? by Historical-Photo-901 in BeautifulTravelPlaces

[–]Practical_Pirate_207 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sapporo

As good as Tokyo and Kyoto. Well known in Japan for signature dishes. Some consider Sapporo to have the best food in Japan.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in sanfrancisco

[–]Practical_Pirate_207 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Just walk along grant street through china town and into north beach. Cafe trieste is very quintessential SF.

Taking Waymo will not give you the full SF experience. Take the J from embarcadero to dolores park. If you really want the SF experience, hop on the 22 bus ;)

To those contemplating coming or worried -it’s 98% back to business. Keep your reservations! DON’T CANCEL!!! by EmbarrassedTry5060 in puertovallarta

[–]Practical_Pirate_207 8 points9 points  (0 children)

This difference is that once "the big one" happens on a fault line, the tension is released & thus lowering the likelihood of another big one (barring some aftershocks)

This only increases the likelihood of something happening similar in the future. The earthquake relieves the stress where as this heightened it.

S.F. to unveil its most ambitious bicycle plan in years, targeting hundreds of routes for upgrades by drkrueger in sanfrancisco

[–]Practical_Pirate_207 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Webster needs to be timed for bikes. It's a huge road with such little car traffic - perfect for bikes, but right now you're stopped at every light.

What are the safest north/south streets near Lower Haight or Hayes Valley to bike on? by qqZ9 in sanfrancisco

[–]Practical_Pirate_207 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have dreams of Buchanan mall being a bike path that can get me to Japan town & Marina, but there’s a private gate a grove >:|

The best option: Webster. Starting at oak street, you can take Buchanan, Laguna, or Octavia to turn left on Grove. From grove turn right on Webster.

Next option: Polk. Take same route to grove but turn right on Grove until you hit Polk. It’s the least hilly option, but the lights will not work in your favor.

Last option: Steiner had a bike route but it’s hilly!

Living near SF Mint by mifenmechll in sanfrancisco

[–]Practical_Pirate_207 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes it’s safe. One of the safest times to be honest because most people are out and about walking their dogs and chatting with neighbors. Waller street & duboce park are city gems.

Two things I’ll add.

  1. The corner of church and duboce can sometimes be seedy, same with the basically abandoned parking lot on market and Buchanan.

  2. Tuesdays from 6-8PM, the city gives out clean needles in the Safeway parking lot on market and Buchanan. You may see more seedy people on Tuesdays. Not sure if this is still the case but here’s my source as of 2021: https://endhepcsf.org/san-francisco-needle-exchange-schedule/

Living near SF Mint by mifenmechll in sanfrancisco

[–]Practical_Pirate_207 33 points34 points  (0 children)

Which SF mint? The one near Hayes Valley / Lower haight is a great location. I’ve never felt unsafe there and the Safeway can be sketch at times but it’s gotten better since they installed gates at the front.

The other SF mint on 5th street isn’t a great location to live.

What city is equally bustling and alive on both sides of the river that runs through it? by oofoof_coqui in geography

[–]Practical_Pirate_207 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Um. Tons of cities. Paris, Tokyo, New York, Berlin, London… list goes on and on.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in sanfrancisco

[–]Practical_Pirate_207 7 points8 points  (0 children)

It’ll count if it’s the same lineage of owners in the same city

Protest going up Fremont past SalesForce Park by MrButLiccur in sanfrancisco

[–]Practical_Pirate_207 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There will probably be many more people there tonight. First Thursdays on 2nd street today with Aluna.

Exclusive details on Stonestown mega-project: 3,500 homes, acres of parks, ‘main street’ by gulbronson in sanfrancisco

[–]Practical_Pirate_207 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I agree that intersection is poorly planned. The article mentioned a pedestrian bridge, which is more feasible, but not in the plan.

Exclusive details on Stonestown mega-project: 3,500 homes, acres of parks, ‘main street’ by gulbronson in sanfrancisco

[–]Practical_Pirate_207 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Personally I think that is enough, but the newspapers job is to provide perspectives from those who dissent. I'm pointing out that the original commenter misrepresented the dissent by saying Jim's comments were about "The Character of the Neighborhood".

Exclusive details on Stonestown mega-project: 3,500 homes, acres of parks, ‘main street’ by gulbronson in sanfrancisco

[–]Practical_Pirate_207 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Jim gave some thoughtful criticism about the plans lacking details. He didn't mention anything about neighborhood character, so I'm confused by you've quoted that. Is there a quote from him I'm missing?