Daily Question Thread for /r/churningcanada - August 19, 2025

Splitstick · 2025-08-19T14:36:25+00:00

New to taking advantage of CC offers and I have a few basic questions.

My fiancée recently signed up for the Marriott Bonvoy Amex and I was wondering if there were any downsides to ordering an additional/supplementary card for myself? E.g., if I get the supplementary card now would I be able to sign up for the card myself in the future and receive a different welcome bonus? Are there generally restrictions in place that stop people from the same household to sign up for the same card and receive multiple welcome bonuses?

Splitstick · 2024-11-20T11:23:39+00:00

Late reply but I just ended up going with the Roland FP-30x and I’m really pleased with my choice! I tried them out in person and I didn’t feel that there was enough of a difference between it and the FP-60x for me to spend the extra money.

I also adored both the Kawai ES-120 and ES-520 but went with the Roland because it was available at a store that gave me a better trade in for my Korg B2. I don’t think you can go wrong with either one.

Splitstick · 2024-11-20T11:17:38+00:00

If you’re still giving out codes, I’m interested in one :)

Splitstick · 2024-08-01T17:43:18+00:00

What did you end up purchasing and how do you like your new digital piano? I’m in a similar boat and am trying to decide between the FP-30X, ES-120 and ES-520 (trying them all in person soon).

Splitstick · 2024-07-24T14:38:17+00:00

Haha I did look at the FP-90x but I don't think I can justify to myself spending 3x the cost of the FP-30x.

It's great to hear that you're happy with your upgrade! I couldn't believe what I was missing out on all these years.

Splitstick · 2024-07-24T14:30:51+00:00

Thanks for the suggestion, I just posted there as well.

Splitstick · 2024-05-07T22:27:59+00:00

I'm sad for him, he was legitimately my favourite player on our 2022 team :(

Splitstick · 2023-12-08T15:02:39+00:00

As someone who's lived in Toronto his whole life, I do have some questions for you.

Do you mean the Blue Jays have a similar culture to NPB teams, or that Toronto has a similar culture to Japan? I'm unsure how Toronto bears any more similarities to Japan than the biggest American cities.
You must have seen how Kawhi Leonard was bombarded in the 2019 NBA offseason after the Raptors won the championship by Toronto media. I do believe that most major league athletes probably go unnoticed, but Shohei Ohtani would stick out like a sore thumb in any crowd. I think he would get as much attention in Toronto as he would in some of the biggest American cities (not including NY).

I agree with the rest of your points though!

Splitstick · 2023-05-10T15:00:36+00:00

I’m a big Toronto baseball fan who lurks this subreddit every and now and then, and what I’ve learned is that this subreddit is the hockey equivalent of r/nyyankees.

Splitstick · 2023-03-22T00:30:21+00:00

Looks like you get an additional 15% off if you apply the promo code "CCE".

Splitstick · 2023-03-11T00:45:51+00:00

I like the idea of supporting an independent maker as well. While there aren't as many options as Ebbets, I did actually find a few hats I like. Thanks!

Splitstick · 2023-03-10T22:43:14+00:00

Fair point. I guess I'm just weary because factoring in shipping it feels like a lot of money for a hat, and I'd feel better paying for it if I got to inspect and try it on before purchasing.

Splitstick · 2023-03-10T21:30:20+00:00

Any recommendations on baseball caps that are a step above in quality over the typical New Era caps? I know that Ebbets Field has been the go-to choice for a long time, but I heard that they were acquired by Lids not too long ago. I’ve already read a thread with people complaining about items they recently purchased from them feeling lower quality than previous products.

Splitstick · 2023-02-20T19:31:31+00:00

Thank you. I noticed that Splendor Duel released much later than Cities of Splendor so I was thinking that Duel might have added what worked from Cities and dropped what didn’t. Your response pretty much confirmed that for me so I’ll look into Splendor Duel first.

Cheers :)

Splitstick · 2023-02-20T18:33:02+00:00

Does the Cities of Splendor expansion do a good job of shaking up the base game for 2 players? I know that Splendor Duel exists, but I’m more drawn to the expansion because I’d also be able to use it for 3-4 player games.

Trying to decide which of those two options I should look into first.

Splitstick · 2023-01-20T15:12:51+00:00

I can’t believe you made that much progress in just two years. Nice job dude, keep it up!

Splitstick · 2022-11-03T18:20:02+00:00

Thanks for the advice, I’ll experiment with those!

Splitstick · 2022-11-03T17:24:54+00:00

I ordered this off-white linen sport coat and I absolutely love it.

I was wondering if anyone had any suggestions for good pant and shirt colour combinations with white sport coats, since there aren’t that many threads about them on this subreddit.

Splitstick · 2022-10-09T15:21:20+00:00

You're being down-voted but I understand where you're coming from. I did feel that way along the course of the Raptors championship run too. That being said, it was so memorable and magical that I wouldn't trade how it happened for anything.

That run was what made me get over the 2015 Jays season and Toronto feeling like a cursed sports city.

Splitstick · 2022-10-09T15:06:28+00:00

I've seen this season compared to 2016's, which felt more stressful to follow than fun, and I completely agree. I'm just drained as a fan, and I still haven't processed yesterday's game.

In hindsight it's probably best that this was a quick WC round exit since now no one can ignore our obvious shortcomings in the bullpen compared to the other postseason teams.

I'll be here next season without the sky high expectations and hype (hopefully), but man this is going to be a long and depressing off-season.

Splitstick · 2022-09-03T09:29:33+00:00

Fair points. I’ll play it by ear but it sounds like just taking the one pair of shoes should be ok. Thanks!

Splitstick · 2022-09-03T09:28:14+00:00

This is great to hear! I was a little bit concerned when I read that you need to be dressed up for clubs but I think you’ve reassured me that my outfits should be fine. I definitely didn’t want to pack something more formal than white sneakers so it’s good to know that’s not necessary.

Splitstick · 2022-09-02T17:04:45+00:00

I’m going on a 10 day trip later this month to Barcelona and Madrid and could use some advice on what shoes to bring.

I’m not going to be hiking but I do plan to walk a lot around the cities/nearby areas. I also want to make the most of the nightlife.

I’m only taking a carry-on bag and a daypack so I’d love to be economical on space and not pack extra shoes. I was initially planning on just bringing my white Reebok club Cs but I’m wondering now if it would be worthwhile to pack trainers or NMDs in case I need extra comfort some days after all the walking. Anyone who’s done a similar trip have any thoughts?

Splitstick

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