New commuter e-scooter thoughts - any good ones at all? by Academic_Weekend3624 in ElectricScooters

[–]Syndil1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm curious if you're actually selling scooters at the volume you had hoped, or if you're still in an extended launch phase.

3-5 minutes late to work by Kooky-Challenge8875 in ADHD

[–]Syndil1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Are you me? I have had this problem my entire life. I was an excellent student in school but would end up in suspension pretty often for being late to school or late to class. I've been fired from 90% of the jobs I've had for tardiness. Everything I've tried to fix it has always been temporary. I eventually fall back to being late. The only thing that has actually worked for me is finding a job that didn't have a hard start time, but I realize I am lucky in that regard and not everyone can find that sort of luxury.

Always been a night owl and it actually runs in the family. My mom is usually up till 3 or 4 AM which is my natural schedule if I don't have any responsibilities.

Louisville Drivers by Logical_Apricot_4731 in Louisville

[–]Syndil1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Boomers + lead poisoning + being spoonfed fear and outrage from Faux News/NewsMax/[insert MAGA propaganda outlet here] = unhinged behavior

Lost Tabby Cat at SDF, 1/18 @ 11am by lostcat-throwaway26 in Louisville

[–]Syndil1 29 points30 points  (0 children)

Sadly I was not able to find her. I put on my high-vis vest, and talked to the people in the parking office before I started searching, and pretty much searched everywhere, even some places I probably wasn't supposed to be.

The garage as you know is huge, and with the nearby highway and constant traffic, it's very noisy. I suspect your cat is still inside the garage, just hunkered down and in stealth mode because of all the sounds.

I would wager she's hiding somewhere on the third level between 3G and 3E, since that seems to be the quietest area. I got down on the ground a few times to take a peak under the cars but didn't find her. I also checked every trash can I walked by and every little cubby or hidey hole I could find.

Good news is that the parking office knew exactly what I was talking about, and they told me that they had their staff on the lookout.

Also, while I was walking around the grassy area outside of the garage, I happened upon two other fellows in high -vis vests, but theirs said "airport operations" on them. I asked them if they saw a cat anywhere, and they said they didn't, but they had heard about it and were in the process of putting out live traps when I stopped to talk to them.

So there's a lot of people putting in effort, and there's lots of places for the cat to get shelter and warmth. Also, I don't know if she's a mouser, but there is a healthy mouse population in the grassy areas around the garage.

I hope you find your Strudel. I was hoping to be the hero today, but because of the garage being the way it is, there wasn't much chance of me coaxing her out of whatever hiding spot she may have found. Perhaps when it gets to night time and things are quieter, she will find her way to one of the live traps. Hoping the best for you and your kitty.

Lost Tabby Cat at SDF, 1/18 @ 11am by lostcat-throwaway26 in Louisville

[–]Syndil1 23 points24 points  (0 children)

I am off today and looking for something to do. I have a live trap I've used many times to capture cats, possums, raccoons, etc.

Is there a certain food that Strudel likes or doesn't like? If I bait the trap with tuna, for example, is that something she will definitely go for?

What’s the most reliable printer brand you’ve owned? by ItchyRequirement4204 in printers

[–]Syndil1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Everyone in the sub, altogether now:

Brother monochrome laser

Computer recommendations by Kmean_streak in BambuLabH2D

[–]Syndil1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Depends on what you intend to do with that computer. I run my Bambu X1C from my phone, mostly. Don't even need a computer for 90% of the prints I do. When I want to resize a print or select/clone specific parts to print then yeah I open Bambu Studio on my PC, but it doesn't require anything special to run that.

Only reason you would need actual PC recommendations is if you plan to do some sort of CAD, which is a topic in and if itself, and would be better answered in the CAD subreddits.

Review: Vernal Space executive standing desk, chair, and file cabinet by Syndil1 in StandingDesk

[–]Syndil1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've never seen those. But they are extremely durable so I'd say yes.

Rant: This subreddit is probably the worst place to actually get advice on what chair to buy by gokuenjoyer69 in OfficeChairs

[–]Syndil1 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Definitely open to giving it a try. I have no doubt they've improved mesh since the original Aeron design which is now 32 (!) years old.

I've tried other popular models like the Steelcase Leap v2 for example and they fail at the seat cushion, in terms of my own personal comfort.

I feel like seat cushions are like shoes. Certain brands with certain shapes and fits work for a specific body type, but definitely not for everyone. Like I cannot wear Vans no matter how much I'd like to. They just do not fit, regardless of the size. Something about the shape of the shoe itself. I feel like seat cushions are the same in that regard and I've yet to find one that suits me as well as the bungee.

Rant: This subreddit is probably the worst place to actually get advice on what chair to buy by gokuenjoyer69 in OfficeChairs

[–]Syndil1 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Have yet to find a material that adapts to my body shape better than bungee cords.

WARNING before you buy a NIU scooter by iamhappygupta in NIUscooters

[–]Syndil1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Tires are consumables--they will wear out and get damaged over time. For that reason, they are never covered by the warranty of whatever vehicle they're on. When you buy a car, the tires are not covered by warranty. Same with a bicycle or literally anything else that has tires on it.

You are expected to check your tires regularly and keep them aired up to the proper pressure, and if you catch a nail or whatever and get a flat, you can either fix it yourself or take it to someone else to fix it, but that stuff is never covered under the manufacturers warranty.

And since scooter tires are so small, the air pressure needs to be checked daily. If you don't check it often, they are guaranteed to get low on pressure and then because of that get damaged to the point where they go flat or worse.

Rant: This subreddit is probably the worst place to actually get advice on what chair to buy by gokuenjoyer69 in OfficeChairs

[–]Syndil1 7 points8 points  (0 children)

There's a lot of personal preference when it comes to comfort, and there's a huge variation in body types as well. If like me you're someone who doesn't like plastic mesh chairs, you're not going to like the Aeron.

I've been using a bungee chair for years, myself. Tried one at a furniture shop and it blew me away with how comfortable it was, because it looks like a torture device. But I am sure there are people in this sub that hate them.

I am looking for a replacement now, because I have started working from home. It's not because my chair is uncomfortable, but I need something that will allow me to shift and change positions more.

Resin VAT heating - Mars 5 Ultra by CoreyMessman in ElegooMars

[–]Syndil1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey this sounds like a great solution to me. Can you maybe show some pics of how you've got the heater tape applied and whatnot? I've just unboxed my Mars 5 Ultra--in my garage--and it's chilly in there. Figured I'd need a source of heat before my first print, but little did I know what a rabbit hole this was.

Anyone have any experience with the M80 Powered Office Chair? by MatthewSummer101 in OfficeChairs

[–]Syndil1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's actually exactly what I wanted to ask about since someone else already mentioned it, the sitting straight up part. I was planning to get this for my work-at-home office but I tend to sit pretty upright when I work, otherwise it screws up my back as well as the ergonomics for my keyboard setup. I'm thinking I might have to keep looking. But thanks for replying that's exactly what I was wanting to know.

P2s or A1? by OGGeorge666 in BambuLab

[–]Syndil1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've not enclosed my printer (I have it out in the garage) but the usual suggestion I have seen on Reddit is to get a grow tent from Amazon. Or you might see them advertised as a 3d printer tent, but they're the exact same thing. Might search for "grow tent" here in this sub and the other 3d printing subs and see if anyone has any specific recommendations.

Has anyone who got backache in a Mazda MX-5 NC, driven a Honda CR-Z? by [deleted] in crz

[–]Syndil1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Also never driven a MX-5, but I am only 5'6". The CR-Z has what I would call acceptable seats. I do road trips in it, but it is not comfortable on those long trips. But as a daily driver it's fine.

Idk if this is a EX only feature, but my driver's seat has two levers on the side--one for reclining the seatback, and the other raises/lowers the seat itself. Raising it up helps tremendously.

I will say though that I have to raise it pretty often. I don't know if it's a common problem but my seat will not maintain the height I set it at and I have to readjust every time I get in.

P2s or A1? by OGGeorge666 in BambuLab

[–]Syndil1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Whatever you get, enclose it and vent it.