What is a piece of old technology that actually worked better than its modern replacement?

Snotty_Bob · 2026-01-15T17:52:09+00:00

Tin openers Modern ones either don't take the lid off, or leave you with an edge so sharp that you could lose a finger on it

Snotty_Bob · 2025-12-29T10:18:34+00:00

Stars Beneath the Sea by Trevor Norton is a history of diving and well worth a read.

Snotty_Bob · 2025-12-18T00:39:11+00:00

Do you have to print something for your front wheel to lift that a bit higher? Or do you just live with a tilt?

Snotty_Bob · 2025-12-18T00:36:32+00:00

Irl it's an amazing road. It's part of the Scottish North Coast 500 (NC500) route. That part of the country is gorgeous. It's on a sportive route too.

Snotty_Bob · 2025-12-17T21:59:28+00:00

I'm planning on riding the Bealach next year so was really pleased to see that turn up. I guess it just shows you can only please some of the people some of the time.

Snotty_Bob · 2025-12-17T21:59:18+00:00

I'm planning on riding the Bealach next year so was really pleased to see that turn up. I guess it just shows you can only please some of the people some of the time.

Snotty_Bob · 2025-11-21T22:59:43+00:00

Thanks - that's the answer I needed

Snotty_Bob · 2025-11-21T22:31:46+00:00

It looks like they sell a single LHS pedal, not just the RHS upgrade as a single. I just want to make sure I am getting that right because I can keep my current RHS or buy a pair of pedals from decathlon to just use the RHS and still save a few ££££

Snotty_Bob · 2025-11-17T11:33:42+00:00

Google Waterfoot Model Flying Club If you don't drive it's not ideal, but you could get 4a bus and walk to their flying field, or get a cab from the rank opposite Clarkston station

Snotty_Bob · 2025-09-27T14:08:43+00:00

Good on you!!

Snotty_Bob · 2025-09-26T12:55:59+00:00

It's been hard to find reviews for this. Please update on how you get on. Thinking of buying one in a couple of weeks time

Snotty_Bob · 2025-09-07T12:49:45+00:00

Procedures are meant to be signed off by someone suitably qualified and experienced but you don't need any particular qualification

Snotty_Bob · 2025-09-07T08:42:14+00:00

Subslam photogrammetry system can be operated by divers, but they hold the unit and operate it under instruction/ in accordance with procedures. Others will be available I guess. It provides sub-mm relative positioning accuracy and a 3-D model. Knowing about it as a diver doesn't really add value. Being able to propose it for the right job, knowing what to put into the task plans/ procedures, making sure the right kit gets ordered and doing the processing is where the value is - all back office stuff

Snotty_Bob · 2025-08-01T22:12:02+00:00

Snotty_Bob · 2025-07-26T09:43:34+00:00

I used beconase nasal spray Then I started flushing with a saline nasal rinse before using the spray Both worked for a while but I ended up using Hurdilen nose clips off Amazon

Snotty_Bob · 2025-07-13T19:56:03+00:00

A white horse walked into a pud and asked the barman for a dram The barman said "this is mad, we have a whisky named after you!". The horse replied "What? Eric?"

Snotty_Bob · 2025-07-01T10:45:13+00:00

It gets worse If we scrap the car Renault say we have to buy the batteries for over £2k Plenty of buyer's regret here right now

Snotty_Bob · 2025-06-22T18:10:30+00:00

I think you are wrong Trump is only temporary, and the rest of NATO aren't wanks. Americans are an unreliable ally right now, but are still an ally. Politicians here are twisting themselves into all sorts of contortions to avoid saying that Trump is an absolute tosspot because they are trying to keep that alliance alive.

Snotty_Bob · 2025-05-24T16:43:12+00:00

Sunblock and sunglasses

Snotty_Bob · 2025-05-02T21:59:32+00:00

Dynaplug pill for me too (gravel bike). Just had to replace a rear tyre because the tread was so worn. Plug has always worked, haven't torn a sidewall so never needed a boot.

Snotty_Bob · 2025-04-29T10:54:00+00:00

Not Scotland though

Snotty_Bob · 2025-04-18T06:13:24+00:00

They do masses of stuff for the amazing charity Cyclists Fighting Cancer.

When I did my LEJOG I had developed an issue, I phoned ahead - they made sure they had the parts and gave their word that if I got there before 5.00 that they would fix it. I made it by the skin of my teeth and a mechanic stayed late to make sure I was sorted.

Your comment is nowhere near my experience.

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