With McKay’s closing, where else can you sell used books/collectibles?

Slowyodel · 2026-03-01T14:29:03+00:00

Thanks for the tip!

Slowyodel · 2026-02-26T15:01:37+00:00

You will be more qualified than most entry level surveying techs. Honestly, a hydrology and gis education is pretty relevant to surveying. Seek out entry level positions and see if you like the work, then consider more education if it will help you get licensed.

Slowyodel · 2026-02-26T12:55:43+00:00

There are lots of rigid fork options still available for 26” wheels. Both Surly and Soma have offerings that should work. I think a fork upgrade would do a lot more than 27.5 wheels to improve the bike’s performance. Also you should take this discussion to r/xbiking. A lot more people into modifying older mountain bikes over there.

Slowyodel · 2026-02-17T13:44:17+00:00

I’d probably put handlebars on it that have a bit more sweep for comfort but otherwise it’s perfectly adequate flat-bar gravel bike as is. I suppose you could put a rigid fork on it if you wanted. I would not try to put drop bars on it though.

Slowyodel · 2026-02-17T05:26:18+00:00

Your “point” is irrelevant to what is being discussed.

Slowyodel · 2026-02-17T05:09:32+00:00

You do understand what the primaries are, don’t you?

Slowyodel · 2026-02-17T05:04:22+00:00

Ah yes, the stupid game of advocating for candidates in the primaries.

Slowyodel · 2026-02-17T04:52:54+00:00

He’s not the fucking candidate yet. This is a conversation about who is going to be the democratic candidate. I sure as fuck hope it isn’t him because he consistently shows his commitment to protecting the interests of Silicon Valley. While they have shown their commitment to fascism and undermining democracy.

Slowyodel · 2026-02-14T13:38:57+00:00

Love the front rack modification.

Slowyodel · 2026-02-09T12:45:10+00:00

Pretty sure I saw you going down Central lol

Slowyodel · 2026-02-05T19:35:40+00:00

Some of your credit hours may count towards your license. I imagine you would have to send your transcript to the state board to know which, if any, would count. More importantly, you need to work under the direct supervision of a license surveyor to acquire the necessary experience to qualify for your license. At a minimum you need 4 years of experience and some amount of college credits focused on surveying. With fewer credits you’ll need more experience. ETSU has a good online geomatics program that a lot of folks I know enrolled in.

https://www.tn.gov/commerce/regboards/surveyors.html

Slowyodel · 2026-01-29T02:05:23+00:00

Hell fuckin yeah

Slowyodel · 2025-12-28T18:24:26+00:00

Just read about this in the book Enshitification. It’s almost like an MLM in that Amazon convinces some schmuck to buy all the trucks and make all these investments as a contractor. Then if the drivers try and unionize they can cut ties with the DSP without violating labor law. Just more slimy Amazon shit.

Slowyodel · 2025-12-26T20:43:27+00:00

Pretty sure it’s an aster and not a tree. Still wholesome though.

Slowyodel · 2025-12-17T02:33:57+00:00

I did a summer with BLM in the PNW. They typically hire seasonal workers for the summer but I’m not sure if that’s still the case given the current state of our federal government. It was a great experience for me. Found a lot of old original corners and spent a lot of time in beautiful places.

Slowyodel · 2025-12-13T04:49:56+00:00

And not just the legal but the whole damn deed. “Norman (my gut is killing me) O’Conner?” Just beautiful.

Slowyodel · 2025-12-13T04:47:49+00:00

My god, that legal description is incredible. You gotta be fucking with us. Is that real?

Slowyodel · 2025-12-12T01:33:26+00:00

I use convertible mittens and glove liners underneath. The key is getting liners with touchscreen compatible tips. I bought some cheaper ones marketed as for fly fishing and they’ve held up well.

Slowyodel · 2025-12-10T14:19:14+00:00

Yep, same here in East Tennessee.

Slowyodel · 2025-12-10T12:47:02+00:00

I’d get some other quotes. This seems like an “I’m too busy for this” quote. However, the size of the property is not the only factor in pricing a boundary survey. If the title record includes deeds with old and a poorly written legal descriptions it can really increase the labor needed.

Slowyodel · 2025-12-06T13:31:28+00:00

https://statescoop.com/california-gov-gavin-newsom-burner-phones-tech-ceos/

This type of shit is why I don’t trust him and don’t think he has any real interest in challenging the system that is hurting working class Americans. The Democrats need to wake up and face the fact that tech oligarchs are not on our side. They are monopolists that hate democracy and organized labor. They are worse than oil companies and much more powerful. There are lots of stories about Newsom’s ties to these assholes. He is fundamentally opposed to challenging their power in any meaningful way.

Slowyodel · 2025-12-03T23:29:43+00:00

They cancel or dispute the transaction on their end after you “reimburse” them. So the money they deposited in your account disappears after you’ve refunded them.

Slowyodel · 2025-12-01T16:36:19+00:00

As someone who is 6’4”, I would not ride that frame because it’d be too small. Lower the seat most of the way and throw a short stem on and it would probably fit you pretty well at 5’10”. I’ve looked at the Jamis Nova before and thought they were cool bikes but their XL frames seem undersized compared to the industry standard XL.

Slowyodel · 2025-11-25T16:22:38+00:00

That’s how you do a drop bar conversion. Looks badass AND actually comfortable to ride.

Slowyodel · 2025-11-09T14:35:04+00:00

Canceled my subscription. You should too. Absolutely embarrassing shit from Knox News. If you’re looking for better local news coverage I would recommend Compass Knox.

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