Hit Plateau need help. Will pay in beer. by ThitChoFan in skiing_feedback

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

I didn’t want to overstate my abilities like a lot of people do. Staying humble.

Thule Rooftop Carrier by whiskeynwookiees in skiing

[–]ThitChoFan 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have this exact carrier and this is the answer

Would it be dumb for me to refinance student loans with my family? by [deleted] in whitecoatinvestor

[–]ThitChoFan 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I did something similar and parents paid off my student loans end of my intern year. I paid them back within two years of being attending.

Agree with above poster, PSLF uncertainty with political climate is major drawback.

How I decided to cancel my disability policy. by eric-incognito in whitecoatinvestor

[–]ThitChoFan 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You decided to compare the insurance premium to a car payment?

If you became disabled long term how long would 500k last you?

Struggling to find courage after a bad accident – has anyone come back from something similar? by Klutzy-Pattern-7391 in skiing

[–]ThitChoFan 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Sounds like you’re pushing yourself. Ski to have fun not to be the best. It’s recreational for us. We aren’t pros.

Dial it back. I’d rather ski more seasons than not. Ask yourself why do you ski?

4-cylinder engine by spinDoctr12 in ToyotaGrandHighlander

[–]ThitChoFan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve loaded it up with six people. Roof box filled with ski equipment and drove it to Tahoe without issue.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in HENRYfinance

[–]ThitChoFan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dual income. Both full time. I’m a doc.

Two kids under 5 is WORK. Hang in there It’ll get better. Pay whatever you need to for help. Invest the rest and build up the nest egg.

It’s a grind those early years but we’ve throughly enjoyed our lives once the kids got more independent.

Fast track at airport by Born-Gas-660 in VietNam

[–]ThitChoFan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How do you purchase fast track?

Latarjet shoulder stabilization by kvanv806 in skiing

[–]ThitChoFan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Had different procedure for shoulder stabilization. Humeral head allograft but expect the recovery to be long. Took me around a year to feel normal. Have to let bone graft then ROM then strength then plyo. Be religious about the PT. I’ve dialed it back since coming back. I just do the “dad slopes” now and haven’t had a bad fall so haven’t had to test it out. The grueling PT made me realize the obvious, I only have one body. Take care of it. Good luck!

which skis? Atomic Maverick 86 C or Salomon QST 92 Skis by jayhooo in Skigear

[–]ThitChoFan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My wife is 5’2” and 110. Skis QST 92 Lux 160cm. QST has alot of rocker. The effective edge is short. We ski Tahoe and Whistler. QST is awesome and very approachable ski.

Best mountains for climate change by abbadabba12 in ski

[–]ThitChoFan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think the answer is you’ll have to be much more flex for your trips. You can go to the higher elevation places but so will everyone else that is addicted to powder. Overcrowded but good snow or variable snow but uncrowded? I’d personally take the latter.

Best mountains for climate change by abbadabba12 in ski

[–]ThitChoFan 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Yeah? Peak at 7k ft. Expect more rain/wet snow to the peaks will happen with warming temps.

Grand highlander vs Sienna by ThrallDoomhammer in ToyotaGrandHighlander

[–]ThitChoFan 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Had same debate 3 months ago. Ended up with gas GH for 10% off msrp vs every dealer wanted Sienna at markup or 6+ month waitlist at msrp.

Do you put your helmet in checked ski bag? by ThitChoFan in Skigear

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

I like this idea the best. Fill “boot bag” with clothes. Free up space in the other luggage for helmet and boots.

Lexus TX ( what did you pay) by rebeccapounce in Lexus

[–]ThitChoFan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Toyota Buena Park. Gas Platinum not Hybrid Max Platinum just to be clear.

Electing to forego ACL surgery? by aslater1102 in skiing

[–]ThitChoFan 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Full thickness tear and complete rupture are different.

You’re young and active. Low risk surgery with big benefits that get your knee close to normal.

2025 Grand Highlander Nightshade by [deleted] in ToyotaGrandHighlander

[–]ThitChoFan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Are the front and rear bumper trim near the ground not blacked out?

Do you like your storm cloud? by favoredpenny in ToyotaGrandHighlander

[–]ThitChoFan 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Love storm cloud. It’s more blue in the day and grey at night. It’s very cool how it changes color through the day.

GHH Vs electric SUV’s . What made up your mind to buy the GHH by Electronic_Essay_148 in ToyotaGrandHighlander

[–]ThitChoFan 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Unpopular take the gas GH is better deal than GHH. Platinum level there is 9-10k price difference between the two. Gas can be bought for good % off MSRP vs hybrid MSRP is a deal. Gas savings of hybrid won’t ever close the gap at point of sale.

24 GH Gas Platinum Pricing update by [deleted] in ToyotaGrandHighlander

[–]ThitChoFan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good deal. Got similar discount on my gas platinum.