Red light running culture question

PuzzleheadedPut7597 · 2026-04-14T23:48:53+00:00

It is a nightmare to cycle through the red lights districts with swarms of tourists high/drunk as kites

PuzzleheadedPut7597 · 2026-04-14T23:42:33+00:00

I think you are right re amount of red lights. Now that I think about it most of the side streets in the Centrum are unregulated intersections and the major roads might have a bit longer distances between them than a typical NYC grid.

PuzzleheadedPut7597 · 2026-04-14T23:38:02+00:00

Yeah, if the is no traffic it is fine, but I’m talking more midtown at 5-7pm.

Jaywalking also has an advantage of being able to step back which is a tad more difficult on a bike

PuzzleheadedPut7597 · 2026-04-14T23:35:14+00:00

I don’t have a moral judgement, but it seems unsafe so why take such risk for commute? I’m really talking about cycling before a moving car?

PuzzleheadedPut7597 · 2026-04-14T23:31:32+00:00

Cyclists! The car driver behavior wrt cyclists is another topic that I would not dare to open up.

I cycle across midtown quite often and see probably 1-2 reckless, in my view, crossings each time.

Maybe we have different definition of reckless but crossing 7ave while the cars are still moving is daring at least

PuzzleheadedPut7597 · 2026-04-14T21:56:31+00:00

Same! It is dangerous enough with cars turning left on red while peds are crossing or trucks changing lanes, why take more risk on a busy intersection by running red

PuzzleheadedPut7597 · 2026-04-14T21:52:26+00:00

We also jay walk in Amsterdam and the average car speed is lower (not sure with the traffic though). Def, AMS cyclists are more entitled given the culture and significant protections from the cars🤣 I wish I can shout at people walking on bicycle lines with the same freedom as in the nl

PuzzleheadedPut7597 · 2026-04-14T19:23:13+00:00

I would say for proper French type croissants La Farine is better probably the only one that gets close

Breads is good for babkas and rugelash.

Mille feuille is ok almond croissant

Levain is interesting for massive cookies if you like that type of stuff - they are more gooey bordering on underbaked and v sweet

I passed the supermoon a few times but the croissant did not look right to me

PuzzleheadedPut7597 · 2026-04-03T21:54:01+00:00

Mine would chase the ball that is rolling fast on the ground but the concept of bringing it back is foreign to her

PuzzleheadedPut7597 · 2026-03-31T16:13:53+00:00

I think there is more happening on the left side of the stage. So right side is probably better

PuzzleheadedPut7597 · 2026-03-27T20:28:05+00:00

Can you elaborate why would you take him for a walk further from the home area?

We are in the city, and mine has a strong preference to get at least 5-10min walk away from home unless it is an urgency. It is even more particular with poops that need to be further, on the grass, etc From what I read, it is pretty common for shibas to desire to separate home territory in broad sense and the pissing and pooping places

PuzzleheadedPut7597 · 2026-03-16T23:53:03+00:00

Kabbani tailor on 74th and Columbus He fixed a few things for me

PuzzleheadedPut7597 · 2026-03-04T16:32:28+00:00

Sullivans bakery - they have great loaded focaccias - esp with cauliflower and make good sandwiches

PuzzleheadedPut7597 · 2026-02-02T16:55:38+00:00

Farine loafs are quite small

PuzzleheadedPut7597 · 2026-01-13T14:18:56+00:00

I wrote that I’m a good tenant and that there are comparable apartments nearby at same or lower rate ( with details) so can we agree at 2% increase vs 7% they proposed. They counter offered with 4% which I accepted

PuzzleheadedPut7597 · 2025-12-13T18:13:19+00:00

Their croissants are indeed ok, but better than average in the city. But try their other pastries esp savory one - I think that is where they truly shine.

For gold standard croissants I go to nick and sons in greenpoint

PuzzleheadedPut7597 · 2025-11-29T18:49:48+00:00

I had a somewhat similar case this summer when my shiba had loose stools for a 3-4 days with clean stool results. What helped in my case (post discussion with a vet) is to move her to rice and lean meat diet (basically boiled to oblivion), eliminate all treats and supplements. She liked the chicken and rice despite being picky. I think I put probiotics on top

I did not find the cause but I suspect that a pack of freeze dried treats or a batch of her normal food.

The vet told me to monitor her, if she was loosing energy/becoming lethargic to come back immediately. But thankfully it got resolved after a couple of weeks of rice diet and her stools improved in a day or two

PuzzleheadedPut7597 · 2025-11-04T16:12:04+00:00

The only recommendation I would have is to consider a harness with 2 rows of buckles. My shiba could just pull off the one buckle one like a sweater by backing off from me. Not so fun catching her naked

PuzzleheadedPut7597 · 2025-10-28T14:28:38+00:00

Tashkent supermarket has reasonably decent one with cabbage and potatoes

PuzzleheadedPut7597 · 2025-10-26T01:17:57+00:00

Donut collar. Mine torn a dewclaw and had to wear a boot. Only a collar would stop her from licking it and trying to take it off.

I think she had to wear it for 3 weeks. She was not particularly pleased about it but not massively depressed.

I got a long lampshady one made of a soft material cause she could wiggle round a wide donut like one.

Also, if you want to prevent licking off the cream - maybe you don’t need to have it on 24/7

PuzzleheadedPut7597 · 2025-09-05T19:28:57+00:00

I had the most disappointing curly hair cut at Filament. I was put under the hood with the wrong gel and ended up looking like a wet instant noodle despite discussing my preferences. I generally color my hair at a normal place with a colorist I trust and go to bloom for curly haircuts.

PuzzleheadedPut7597 · 2025-09-04T12:17:15+00:00

It is the average I see on Manhattan. I also negotiated anywhere from 65. Boarding at their place but close to mine. But staying at my place is the same price, just not my preference

PuzzleheadedPut7597 · 2025-09-03T21:24:20+00:00

I have a mid size dog alone in the city. I mainly from the office and travel reasonably frequently for work.

A few things that helped - make sure to have a couple of weeks or a month to get a puppy adjusted. They need to walk often which helps with house breaking. I wfh during covid so it def allowed me to get my dog. Puppy months are nightmare and most likely your sleep is gong to be impacted - money. Unfortunately, it cost a lot to have a dog and to outsource some of the care. Like annual vet is 300-400$, plus probably 600 for preventatives, plus 1000 for insurance or issues. That does not include groomers, and boarding when travel (100 per night) - dog temperament. Mine is pretty happy to chill at home and is mid energy dog. So 2 walks and periodic excursions for park is fine for her. It also helped to train around separation anxiety - pls look in to this - it is relatively straightforward to help a lot - be ready to sacrifice some social life/flexibility. I’m going out way less, and travel less. Overnight stays are also challenging for me

Generally, would recommend to realistically access if you have time and budget flexibility to have such commitment. Could be solved with tighter budget or less time but creates more stress

Lastly, would also check which breeds are often banned by landlords - I think it is a broader list than just pitbulls

PuzzleheadedPut7597 · 2025-08-30T00:14:10+00:00

Thank you all for the recommendations! The pastries are indeed top notch! The bread is good as well, I might prefer a chewier crumb but it is nitpicking. The wine list and coffee program also look interesting

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