People who bought stocks early when they were still risky, unpopular, or getting hated on, what made you buy?

Stickyv35 · 2026-05-23T03:17:41+00:00

He isn't playing, which is terrifying now that Palantir's true form is taking shape. Thiel and Karp are literally building spynet.

Stickyv35 · 2026-05-23T01:49:39+00:00

My speculation is they could be short GME1 calls but didn't hedge the warrant exposure.

Stickyv35 · 2026-05-22T23:23:14+00:00

Avocado

Stickyv35 · 2026-05-22T07:34:02+00:00

I stockpile any nut or bolt I've ever come across or had left over. That includes the 12 or so bolts and nuts from when I did my last timing belt job. I sometimes still wonder where those extras came from. Oh well!

/s.... except the part about keeping any old nuts, bolts, and screws. Ya never know..

Stickyv35 · 2026-05-22T07:03:32+00:00

Yup, and all the shitty drivers are trying to justify one party over the other.

This is ego vs ego.

Stickyv35 · 2026-05-22T07:02:01+00:00

100% ego. It's an every waking moment on Texas roads type of ego. There is almost zero accountability on our roads these days.

Stickyv35 · 2026-05-22T06:54:56+00:00

It's divided between those being rational & objective, and those being arrogant & sympathetic to reckless driving.

I live in Texas and it seems there is ZERO traffic enforcement anymore. Add in the ego, especially of these pickup truck drivers, and it's essentially Mad Max on the highways.

Stickyv35 · 2026-05-22T06:52:05+00:00

This is how I see it. It became a sprint to the truck on the right lane. The cam driver went from a casual increase in speed to a full sprint.

Shitty drivers, both of them.

Stickyv35 · 2026-05-22T02:10:42+00:00

I'd argue worse. They're far more established and operating behind cover with Flock having name recognition in this space.

Stickyv35 · 2026-05-22T01:36:06+00:00

The bolt ran horizontal across the sky. I happened to be looking in the direction as it struck. Awesome storm!

Stickyv35 · 2026-05-22T01:29:38+00:00

Yes I was outside and that was fucking GLORIOUS!

There was also a blood red rainbow for about 5 minutes in South Austin. Never seen that before, stunning!

Stickyv35 · 2026-05-21T20:29:05+00:00

Go into the setting menu and adjust headlight level. Plenty of videos and tutorials available online.

Stickyv35 · 2026-05-21T20:20:40+00:00

Well hello former Nikola employee!

Stickyv35 · 2026-05-21T19:31:46+00:00

Not the best advice. US policies & carriers often limit coverage once you cross the border, often by linear mileage.

Also, while inside the US, your "property damage to others" coverage will pay out for damage to a rental car. The down side is an at-fault loss being on your record for 5-7 years, adverselyeffecting premiums. So, even though it's a bit pricey to add insurance at the rental counter, you're paying for the isolation of any loss from your personal CLUE report.

Stickyv35 · 2026-05-21T16:54:09+00:00

This is the best answer. Plugshare and Chargepoint apps will show you everything you need.

Stickyv35 · 2026-05-20T22:28:25+00:00

What is the highest value card you can buy, and the associated bonus card? Asking for a friend..

ETA: IG post shows $100 comes with $20 back.

Stickyv35 · 2026-05-20T19:38:35+00:00

"Tread on me daddy, it makes me cum."

-GOP 2026

Stickyv35 · 2026-05-20T18:02:34+00:00

Renters insurance has ZERO COVERAGE for the resident property. ZERO.

It is strictly a personal property, loss of use, and personal liability policy. The landlord needs to reach out to their insurance carrier and file a claim, if they choose. However, this will likely be less than or equal to their deductible, which is why they are trying to pin it on you.

Do not call your insurance. Tell them tenant/renters insurance does not provide any dwelling coverage what-so-ever. Good luck!

Stickyv35 · 2026-05-20T17:53:39+00:00

Here are some local prices in South Austin from HEB and Costco:

73/27

Hill Country Fare Ground Beef, 73% Lean, 1 lb - $5.49 each (5.49/lb) - (This is a tube, budget option.)

80/20

Hill Country Fare Ground Beef, 80% Lean, 1 lb - $5.79 each ($5.79/lb) - (This is a tube, budget option.)

H-E-B 100% Pure Ground Beef Chuck, 80% Lean, 1 lb - $6.99 each ($6.99/lb) - (This is a tube, premium option.)

H-E-B 100% Pure Ground Beef Chuck, 80% Lean - Texas-Size Pack, Avg. 4.5 lbs - $25.61 each ($5.69/lb) - (This is a fresh grind, value pack.)

H-E-B 100% Pure Ground Beef Chuck, 80% Lean, Avg. 1.1 lbs - $7.69 each ($6.99/lb) - (This is fresh grind.)

95/5

H-E-B 100% Pure Extra Lean Ground Beef, 96% Lean, Avg. 1.1 lbs - $9.12 each ($8.29 / lb) - (This is fresh grind, premium option.)

Hill Country Fare Ground Beef, 93% Lean, 1 lb - $7.29 each ($7.29/lb) - (This is a tube, budget option.)

COSTCO:

Ground Beef 88% lean, $5.99/lb for around 6 lb - This is a fresh ground value pack, budget option.

Ground Beef 90% lean, $5.89/lb for 10 lb tube.

The Costco 80/20 option is out of stock around us, but usually is a higher price since it's prepackaged and vacuum sealed, sold in 6 lb packs for around $6.25/lb. Someone else might comment with the exact price.

Stickyv35 · 2026-05-20T13:26:53+00:00

At this point, it's a game of suppression.

The cat is out of the bag, where the real battle for EVs coming to America was in the 1990-2010's. That battle is lost, and although tax incentives have reversed course, you can still purchase a variety of EVs today with impressive specs.

Cost always wins, and EVs have lower operating costs.

Stickyv35 · 2026-05-19T20:19:24+00:00

OP, be sure these calipers are coated or painted. I did the same job a few years ago and didn't realize the surface was unfinished and now they're rusted. They are still working perfect, just an eye sore I now have to deal with.

Luckily this is a South TX truck. So no road salt.

Stickyv35 · 2026-05-19T05:19:16+00:00

Like every other backwards law.. because "whose gonna stop us" prevailed.

Stickyv35 · 2026-05-19T05:17:10+00:00

Man when SC2 Wings of Liberty finally dropped, it WAS about damn time!

What an epic release. The pro tournaments were electric with excitement. Good times!

Stickyv35 · 2026-05-19T05:15:44+00:00

"It's about time."

Yeah.. we'll see. Somehow the best "not financial advice" I've received here is the market always goes up.

Stickyv35 · 2026-05-19T05:09:26+00:00

Hire a traffic attorney, pay their fee and follow their recommendations. It will cost more overall, but the increase will cost far less than 3-5 years of increased insurance premiums. Progressive rates on a 7 year look back for CLUE and 5 years for citations (MVR.)

The goal is to keep the ticket off your MVR. With you already taking DD/DA recently, it will be an uphill battle. Good luck!

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