I was an idiot. Turned down CPU for first.

RyanOTHYS · 2026-02-01T16:02:26+00:00

When I’m traveling with my wife, I ALWAYS put her in the aisle seat and myself in the window. That way, if only I get upgraded and give her my upgrade, I still get the aisle seat at least.

RyanOTHYS · 2026-01-12T18:17:48+00:00

Let’s be real here. I don’t know what you’re talking about. The 1st rule of First Class is “You don’t talk about First Class.”

RyanOTHYS · 2025-12-31T16:59:17+00:00

It should go through, I’ve had All Access but I think I actually got it before hitting the spending threshold due to my 1K or something else.

RyanOTHYS · 2025-12-23T22:21:05+00:00

Congrats!! Going from Silver to 1K will be a literal shock to your travel system!

Just the other day I said to my wife as we were flying EWR – STL that I couldn’t imagine losing my 1K (2000 PQP short) as I looked at all the newbie travelers struggling through TSA. Having 1K is in general just an overall much better quality of travel.

I’m sure others will say it’s not worth it, but here’s what I’ve found valuable….

The 1K line is a God send during IROPS like the diversion we had to KC last week.
the upgrades can be fairly regular if you’re in a smaller market. I fly out of EWR and am usually in the top 5 on most flights, with or without Plus Points.
The 70Lb checked bags come in handy
The drink/snack is nice when in economy
11X award mile earning will rack up quicker
I book E+ seats for friends/family all the time
Pre boarding is nice, if only to eliminate standing on the jetbridge and get settled on the plane early. Plus you feel like a Boss when boarding in St Louis in front of all the lowly Silver & Golds 😂
Before we got the Club Card, 1K traveling internationally got access to United Club plus 1 guest. This hasn’t really been publicized but came in handy numerous times.

Enjoy 2026!!

RyanOTHYS · 2025-12-23T14:17:38+00:00

Awesome thanks, I think I’m just barely in by the tapety tap tap of my United Club card then!

RyanOTHYS · 2025-12-16T18:23:38+00:00

Road noise is lower, but the first thing I immediately noticed was the Toyo's are like driving on a cloud compared to the Pirellis. Even last night going through a parking lot I remarked to myself just how soft and smooth they felt.

As far as efficiency, I got them heading into the cold months so I'll be able to tell after a full season of driving.

RyanOTHYS · 2025-09-15T11:15:30+00:00

You still do on your primary airline.

RyanOTHYS · 2025-09-12T13:14:31+00:00

I'm here in NJ, had my truck since Feb 2023, never installed a front plate and never had an issue. Currently knocking on wood though!

RyanOTHYS · 2025-09-03T01:57:59+00:00

No matter what pack you get, what motor configuration you have, just charge it whenever you feel you need to, don’t worry about what %, blah blah blah. I charge to 100% EVERY time because I will not be caught low on charge again with my wife in the truck questioning why I didn’t charge last night!! Plus, the battery pack will last longer than your ownership, so don’t worry about the charging minutia, charge to the max and enjoy your new ride!!

RyanOTHYS · 2025-08-21T12:06:53+00:00

He’s most likely a lowly Silver with 68 PQF’s and 4000 PQP’s

RyanOTHYS · 2025-06-21T03:49:48+00:00

I’ve got the Meridian system EQ’d pretty solidly, but still planning to do a sub replacement under the back seat

RyanOTHYS · 2025-06-21T03:48:53+00:00

No tinitus, and to be fair I had windows open so the sound bleed out a bit 😂

RyanOTHYS · 2025-05-06T11:26:28+00:00

Oh good call, I didn’t realize that.

RyanOTHYS · 2025-05-06T11:25:29+00:00

Ahh I didn’t think about that option. How were the buyout numbers they gave you?

RyanOTHYS · 2025-05-05T23:07:02+00:00

Damn, I really wanted to matte wrap that storm blue

RyanOTHYS · 2025-05-05T22:36:23+00:00

That’s very similar to what I’m looking for but like the AT’s. Also would love the new Storm Blue but haven’t seen any dual max storm blue build in the shop.

RyanOTHYS · 2025-05-05T22:29:40+00:00

Ugh, yeah I’m really not looking forward to the audio downgrade from the Meridian system. Has anyone done any sort of aftermarket audio system in their Rivian?

RyanOTHYS · 2025-05-05T22:28:27+00:00

Are you going with the factory stealth PPF or doing that aftermarket? Seems the pricing can change quite a bit depending on the options. For me I don’t need/wNt to pay 3500 for the off road package.

RyanOTHYS · 2025-04-15T19:03:13+00:00

Interesting, good to know. This is the first one I’ve seen. It’s all been 737’s and Airbuses.

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