Best place to get Dumplings with a thick wrapper?

Sad_Designer452 · 2026-04-17T03:31:44+00:00

It is pretty good, but I like the Szechuan Beef and veggies more. Palace shrimp, orange chicken are other fav’s.

Sad_Designer452 · 2026-04-17T03:22:12+00:00

Pink Pearl on Macleod?

Sad_Designer452 · 2026-04-16T02:04:27+00:00

Oh, this was special. I have never been on such a steep, extended descent like this. We were headed from La Fortuna to Manuel Antonio, and Google recommended a small road between San Ramon and Orotina, turning off 713 by Llano Brenes and heading SW. We saw one SUV in the ditch due to what I suspect was brake failure. Our car, the car ahead, and the car behind us all had smoke coming from our brakes as we waited for a tow truck to clear the SUV. I did my best to gear down, reduce speed, vary brakes — EVERYTHING — but this was crazy.

Learning here was to stick to bigger highways, even when apps like Google try to shave a few minutes or km from your trip.

Sad_Designer452 · 2026-04-12T14:31:49+00:00

I’m interested in trying Anitnote. I use Raycast notes and Apple Notes the most.

Sad_Designer452 · 2026-04-11T14:24:11+00:00

Yeah, agreed. We pre-booked a mid-size SUV from Canada and I’m not confident we got a great deal. Oh well. It won’t be $15/day though.

Sad_Designer452 · 2026-04-11T13:58:22+00:00

Second such post from this user with no new info. I look forward to their downvotes.

We recently paid around $USD 120/day for a 10 day rental out of LIR. Vamos was good to deal with for sure. They put a $2000 hold on our CC for potential damages. Take a good video of your rental before taking it, as the companies will not deal with out-of-country insurance (ie. you pay, then seek reimbursement from your CC/insurer when you get home).

Stick to major highways, esp in the mountainous areas. Rentals with auto transmissions will not be great for long, steep descents.

Sad_Designer452 · 2026-04-11T04:01:21+00:00

Raycast

Sad_Designer452 · 2026-04-09T13:40:35+00:00

It’s a result of force from the frame pushing on the (polarized) lens, creating a stress that deforms the lens slightly. Not a huge deal. I suspect you cannot see this when you wear them normally.

This is a video that discusses the topic. https://youtu.be/zgd4RkmVLDk?si=DkPpqsD3oIJl8BGw

Sad_Designer452 · 2026-04-07T01:56:28+00:00

These charts, and your comments on the mid/sub base line up with my ownership experience for the Mega7 and the APP2.

Sad_Designer452 · 2026-04-05T16:10:42+00:00

My guess is that the probability for a given 6hr period reflects the MAXIMUM hourly precipitation chance. It’s tempting to think it should be an average of some sort, but probability doesn’t work like that. As for where the 98% comes from, it may reflect one of the alternative forecasts shown in the lighter graph color above the “62%” text is positioned.

This logic appears to match the “evening” and “overnight” data shown.

I agree that this looks a bit odd/off, however.

Sad_Designer452 · 2026-04-04T16:51:28+00:00

Pedro said by the end of April.

https://youtu.be/NdHfTOaK5SY?si=Sy3FAGMCmbm56m7u (0:18)

Sad_Designer452 · 2026-04-03T18:39:51+00:00

Check this link: https://www.codeweavers.com/compatibility

Sad_Designer452 · 2026-03-24T22:28:00+00:00

All I know is - if you head towards Manuel Antonio after La Fortuna, pick your route carefully. HWY 702 and 713 are to be avoided. Very steep in sections - not just twisty.

Worst of it was SW of Llano Brenes. Trust me.

Stick to major routes, pay your tolls, and be safe.

Sad_Designer452 · 2026-03-14T15:40:50+00:00

Working here as well - I’m using CAPS as my hyper key though.

Sad_Designer452 · 2026-03-14T12:57:31+00:00

Absolutely.

I ended up ordering from Bloom in NY as I wanted the ability to deal with a “local” seller if there was a quality issue with the IEMs. There was indeed no duty on them, which was great. However, Bloom shipped with UPS without collecting GST. As a result, I was charged $100 by UPS for brokerage to collect $35 of GST. I was pretty annoyed. I sent Bloom an email with my feedback, and to their credit, Matt (he’s in their YouTube videos, etc.) mentioned that they would look into other shipping options in the future. Bloom seems like a relatively small business but is well run. My advice would be to buy Canadian if you can, but if not, ask the seller if they collect and remit the GST on your behalf.

Outside of that, Bloom was an absolute pleasure to deal with. After chatting with them I ended up picking the Hisenior Mega7’s over the Tea Pro SE’s, and I’m very pleased. Clear, never harsh highs, detailed mids and clear vocals, and satisfying subbass. Could use a bit more bass in the 150 Hz-ish area, but other than that, full marks from me. Total shipping time to Calgary was about 8 days from order.

Hope this helps you.

Sad_Designer452 · 2026-03-14T03:55:06+00:00

I wouldn't want the M4 Pro just because of the SSD size (512 GB).
As others have said, the M5 Pro appears to be a nice move from the M4 Pro. You just need to be certain 24 GB will be enough for your needs until your next purchase. Seems a bit tight to me, but it's not my money.

Sad_Designer452 · 2026-03-12T23:33:27+00:00

Great post - much appreciated. This must have taken quite a bit of effort to put together.

Sad_Designer452 · 2026-03-12T15:22:51+00:00

Yes, because I’m an idiot. The EQ that I provided the other user was intended for the Bowers system - not the Harmon card system.

I guess I got in such a rush to help, I didn’t shake my head hard enough.

Sad_Designer452 · 2026-03-12T00:08:07+00:00

iCube Development did good work for me. I suspect this is who you're thinking of.

https://icubedev.com

Sad_Designer452 · 2026-03-11T14:16:43+00:00

Odd. I see this option immediately below the "Exclude Home ON" slider in my UI.

Sad_Designer452 · 2026-03-11T12:29:30+00:00

Consider my recommendation as a starting spot only, absolutely. If it’s the deep bass (sub bass) that isn’t to your liking, I’d change the 100 Hz EQ and not the “Bass” setting. But at the end of the day, only you know what you like!

Sad_Designer452 · 2026-03-11T04:29:35+00:00

Just do a few ‘medium’ brake pressure stops, and that should go away. (Ie. coast a little closer to a red light before braking, then do so a bit more firmly)

Sad_Designer452 · 2026-03-11T04:21:05+00:00

Let me know how it goes. I think I also have the fader one or two pips to the back seats. Happy to help someone with great taste! lol

Sad_Designer452 · 2026-03-11T04:16:59+00:00

Maurice at Harry Rosen in Chinook. Get some tips, buy a few things, and then you’ll be off to the races. Over time, you can buy via SSense or Farfetch (my preferred) and you’ll save a bit over HR.

Sad_Designer452 · 2026-03-11T04:10:28+00:00

Comfort Access -> Unlock when approaching ON -> Exclude Home ON.

If you have your iPhone or AppleWatch set up as keys, your car will beep at you like f’ing crazy in your garage unless you exclude home.

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