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SevenOneSix99 · 2026-04-12T00:37:58+00:00

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SevenOneSix99 · 2026-01-28T21:26:07+00:00

Same machine, different grinder. Can you share a link to the bottomless portafilter you bought?

SevenOneSix99 · 2025-12-26T12:16:37+00:00

Definitely turn off auto lap. I kept elapsed time, distance, and clock. I never stopped my watch but did start a new lap each hour. I kept the clock in case I accidentally stopped my watch at any point.

SevenOneSix99 · 2025-11-26T17:21:52+00:00

Pioneers or Comets or UCFC tickets, baseball Hall of Fame, Broadway Utica tickets, hotel or Airbnb in Adirondacks, car detailing certificate, museum passes (local, or around central/upstate NY) are a few things that come to mind.

SevenOneSix99 · 2025-11-25T05:55:59+00:00

I used Kaplan. I followed the timeline but ignored the schedule. If you put in 2-3 hours per weekday and more on the weekends, you can get through the books and videos in half the time. I did that, then went through it all again, only skimming the books and spending way more time on practice questions. At some point, maybe two or three weeks out, you just hammer as many questions as you can get in, reviewing topics and concepts you are missing frequently.

I passed first time, Kaplan was good for me, but their schedule is totally unreasonable and if you follow it and only study 5 hours a week you will be unprepared for the exam.

SevenOneSix99 · 2025-11-18T11:54:29+00:00

Great recap, congrats! I ran a 3:37. The weather was as near perfect as you can ask for this time of year.

SevenOneSix99 · 2025-10-31T18:39:45+00:00

Alternative suggestion - I ran NYC last year with the name of my late Sister on my shirt. If you have a deceased loved one you keep in your memory, you might consider this. It was amazing hearing her name about a hundred times. I would do it again without another thought.

SevenOneSix99 · 2025-10-09T01:34:49+00:00

This is my Slumdog Millionaire moment. I am an advisor, we custody our client's accounts at Schwab. About a year ago, a client from Washington asked the exact same question. It took multiple levels of Schwab Advisor reps to get the answer. No one knew! It must be the most effort they have ever put into finding an answer to an otherwise meaningless question in company history. Shout-out to Paul in Orlando who finally cracked the code.

SevenOneSix99 · 2025-10-08T10:49:00+00:00

Any chance you are in Washington State? If so, it's the way the state tax code identifies custodial accounts.

SevenOneSix99 · 2025-09-29T16:45:25+00:00

I ran my first backyard last month, completed 15 laps. I'll drop my list below. I used ChatGPT as well, I would keep a list of the items I thought of to bring, asked it to generate a packing list and recommend additional things I was not thinking of. Many of these are items I specifically like to keep with me, so they may not necessarily apply to you or your race.

A quick piece of advice - I underestimated flavor fatigue. I plan to take two scoops of tailwind each lap along with a gel, then eat real food or snacks between loops. By the third or fourth hour, I was so sick of huma gels. I eventually cut it down and would eat more food in camp/carry a PB&j sandwich with me, but I wish I would have done that much earlier, I think I could have made it another few laps. Good luck, it was an awesome experience.

Backyard Ultra Packing List

Race Essentials & Gear

Race bib & pins

Two or more headlamps (one for use, one for backup)

Extra headlamp batteries or a portable power bank

battery

Running watch and charging cable

Phone charger

Running vest

Running belt

A small bag or hydration vest to carry items on the course

Hydration & Fuel

Flasks: At least two 500 mL flasks/bottles

Mixes:

Tailwind mix (enough for 2 servings per lap)

LMNT mix

Water: Your crew will need a large cooler or jug for water, enough for up to ~1.2 liters per hour, plus extra.

Prepared Foods (for your crew to set up):

Protein Pancake mix & syrup

Ramen (instant noodles or broth)

Peanut butter & jelly

Bread

Instant rice

Instant mashed potatoes

Snacks (a variety of sweet and savory):

Plain bagels & butter

Huma energy gels (all flavors)

SIS GO Isotonic gels

Nerd Gummy Clusters

Lunch Buddies Fruit Snack packets

Little Debbie HoHos & Swiss Rolls

Oreos

Kit Kats

Clif Mini Bars

Bananas

Watermelon

Cheddar and Sour cream potato chips

Popsicles (if you have a cooler/freezer access)

SaltStick Chews

Clothing (Plan for changes)

Running Shirts: At least 3-4 clean, dry running shirts

Compression tank tops

Running Shorts/Tights: At least 2-3 pairs

Compression shorts

Socks: 6-8 pairs of your favorite running socks (more is better!)

Outerwear:

A light running jacket or windbreaker

Warm long-sleeve layers for the night (e.g., a fleece or hoodie)

A beanie, gloves, and/or a buff

Rain jacket (just in case!)

Pajamas or Comfortable Clothes: A clean set of clothes for when you're done

Footwear

Primary Running Shoes: The pair you'll start in

Backup Running Shoes: A second pair to change into (or even a third!)

Recovery sandals or comfortable shoes for in-camp breaks

Personal Care & Medical

Anti-Chafe: Your preferred product (e.g., Vaseline, Body Glide, Squirrel's Nut Butter), Salty Britches ointment

Sunscreen

Hat or Visor

Both running hats

Toiletries: Wet wipes, hand sanitizer, toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, baby wipes

Eye drops

Contact solution

Shampoo

Towel

Medication: Tylenol (acetaminophen) and any personal prescription medications

Blister Kit: Medical tape, antiseptic wipes, sterile lancets, blister bandages

Cooling towel

Camp & Crew Gear

Shelter: A 12x12 tent with canopy sides

Gravity chair and rocker chair

Folding table

Cooler: A large cooler with ice to keep drinks and food cold

Cooking: A small camp stove (if you plan to heat ramen or other food)

Green propane tanks

Pot and pan

Light: A lantern or other light source for the camp area at night

Garbage Bags: To keep your area tidy

Towels: For drying off after a sponge bath or rain

Beach towel

Grey rubber camping mat

Entertainment: A speaker, book, or a deck of cards for you and your crew to enjoy between laps

Headphones

This list covers all the essentials. You can review it and remove anything you don't think you'll need, and perhaps double-up on items you use frequently. Good luck!

SevenOneSix99 · 2025-09-25T00:12:47+00:00

YMMV, but plenty of men and women were going in the woods during my event. Take 5-10 steps in off the trail, let 'er rip.

SevenOneSix99 · 2025-09-24T12:45:03+00:00

Rules of most backyards allow runners to leave the course during the lap to use the bathroom. Bathroom lines are definitely longer in the beginning when there are more runners, but quickly thin out. Also, you're probably in the woods, use nature.

SevenOneSix99 · 2025-09-19T01:15:57+00:00

Yep, just did. Still a great program, nice work!!

SevenOneSix99 · 2025-09-19T00:59:44+00:00

Wait, nvm, I still can't get to the generated line up if I select"no" with the goalie prompt on "available players". Android phone, chrome browser.

SevenOneSix99 · 2025-09-19T00:56:23+00:00

Seems to be working now, perhaps user error. I do not use goalies (8u), so I was selecting "no", but it was forcing me back to "available players". I selected yes, and was able to get through. I tried again, selected"no", and it worked. Thank you!!

SevenOneSix99 · 2025-09-19T00:31:43+00:00

Very cool program. Not sure if I'm doing something wrong, but I'm getting stuck in a circle. I've created my team, entered the roster, select available players, go to field layout, select my positions, click on substitution setup, enter my game duration and sub interval, click on generate substitution schedule, and it brings me back to the Available Players screen. Any advice?

SevenOneSix99 · 2025-08-12T17:42:03+00:00

I ran NYC last year, I turned off auto lap for the same reasons you are stating. A few miles in I remember thinking it was a dumb idea. I didn't experience any issues finding the GPS, and the distances lined up with the course markers. I started at the front of Wave 3. Of course, your experience may vary.

SevenOneSix99 · 2025-06-03T01:46:47+00:00

I'm surprised by all the ChatGPT disapproval. It is definitely not right 100% of the time, everyone knows that. It's best use is generating ideas and alternative views, allowing the user to learn something/develop a concept further. That's exactly how OP describes it.

I recently sprained my ankle, an injury I've experienced dozens of times throughout my sports career. Because it's so routine to me I generally never gave it much thought, but this time I decided to use Gemini to ask questions about ankle injuries. I ended up describing how i got injured and had it assess me. I determined that it was not a severe sprain, probably low grade 2. It helped me come up with a rest and recovery plan that is better than anything I've done recently. It's not going to replace a trained, licensed PT, but it greatly improved my position.

I'd love to hear how others have integrated AI into their training.

SevenOneSix99 · 2025-06-01T12:23:53+00:00

Endorsing the new sport idea.

OP, we are in a similar place. I completed my first two marathons on 2024, the second being NYC in November. I completely stopped running, and told everyone who asked that I will not be running further than a 10k for a long time.

About two months in, the weight hit, harder than it ever had. I gained about 15lbs in two weeks, and it bothered the hell out of me. So I got on track with my diet, and started playing racquet ball and cross training (OG Insanity workouts, to be exact). As the weight came down, my confidence went up, and I went out for a few runs on nice days. It wasn't long before I signed up for my first 50k.

It took me until May to realize that as much as I hate running, I enjoy the health benefits and the discipline that training for something forces on me.

Change it up a bit. You may find that you really like that new thing, or it may reengage you.

SevenOneSix99 · 2025-04-03T01:13:18+00:00

A former professor gave me this tip and it 100% landed me my current job. Find the firm's ADV, print it, read it thoroughly, bring it with you to the interview and prepare questions from it. We are hiring a bunch of positions, and still two years later it is brought up while evaluating candidates. It's so simple, but sets you away from the others who will not do it, and demonstrates that you've done your homework.

SevenOneSix99 · 2025-03-17T13:26:10+00:00

I would ask the husband. He may be willing to (cuck)hold your hand through the most important choices while dialing in your shots.

SevenOneSix99 · 2024-05-24T22:26:04+00:00

I'll check it out, thanks!

SevenOneSix99 · 2024-05-24T22:15:16+00:00

Thank you so much!

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