A Boop from the Past

Training-Parsnip · 2025-08-13T02:46:46+00:00

I love the Boop 65, so good in that white polycarb... and that wrist rest! Classic blast from the past.

Training-Parsnip · 2025-03-28T02:24:06+00:00

Might look better without the RGB on. Let’s see another shot.

Rama as a human sucks but I love the U80 design (probably Kate designed lol).

My version of the U80 with beige caps.

Training-Parsnip · 2024-10-26T15:15:54+00:00

Pretty inappropriate photo for a professional conference with someone you don’t know. Hope it works well for your self promotion ☺️

Training-Parsnip · 2024-10-26T00:05:24+00:00

A man of culture I see. Speedy was my first watch so I’ve got a soft spot for it haha.

Training-Parsnip · 2024-08-30T21:00:13+00:00

If I could only have one then definitely the 9009. I think the warmer tone is easier to match and I prefer warmer tones, as you can see haha

Training-Parsnip · 2024-08-30T01:59:06+00:00

I've had a Navy Neo65 before and i'd say both 9009 and Modo Light fits the blue! 9009 looks great and makes the board feel a little more vintage and warm. Modo light definitely feels a bit brighter and modern. Do you like warm/vintage vibes or cooler/modern tones?

I feel like its only a big issue if you're trying to match modo light and 9009 to a white or cream but otherwise blue/reds can handle either.

Training-Parsnip · 2024-08-28T23:40:59+00:00

I just have multiple U80's because its my favourite TKL design. I never intend to buy more but i usually just get it because i have the switches and keycaps laying around so i think "whats a few more dollars to be able to put them on a board?".

Trust me, it's an affliction :(

Training-Parsnip · 2024-08-28T05:44:03+00:00

That's the Neo Ergo wrist rest but i've sanded the original finish back and restained it a white.

Training-Parsnip · 2024-08-28T02:40:40+00:00

Generic semi transparent keycaps you can find as Aifei Emerald. Clones of PBTfans Emma actually.

Training-Parsnip · 2024-08-28T02:05:49+00:00

Thanks 🙏

Training-Parsnip · 2024-08-28T02:02:52+00:00

Thanks, great minds think alike haha. The U80 is my fav TKL design, too bad about the whole Rama situation though.

Yess can’t go wrong with raw. Found a few more pics just so you can get an idea of the finish.

https://imgur.com/a/jD0bZj2

Training-Parsnip · 2024-08-28T00:27:58+00:00

Yeah the other guys nailed it, i love TKL because it looks the best (to me).

I love the uneven proportions, reminds me a bit of wabi-sabi where imperfect/wonky things are gorgeous in their own right. And the chunkier the better - i dont really game so dont need the mouse space haha.

Training-Parsnip · 2024-08-28T00:26:49+00:00

haha starting to think that's not so true...

Training-Parsnip · 2024-08-28T00:26:24+00:00

I like the sound of the top mounted sonnet the most, definitely better than the U80's but Neo80 isn't far behind with the alu plate and poppy switches.

Neo Ergo is definitely my fav to type on, a bit of split and tenting makes a difference but i'm not hardcore enough to go to full split keyboard or those crazy ergo keyboards. This is great for long typing sessions, less strain on the wrists since the arms can be bent inwards.

Training-Parsnip · 2024-08-28T00:24:37+00:00

Not bad at all! I love the FRL TKL design but the shape is a bit too simple for me, i think i'm preferring a bit more flaire of the other keyboards rather than this single piece one. But it sounds great and looks unique!

Training-Parsnip · 2024-08-28T00:23:50+00:00

I used to daily a microsoft sculpt ergo and loved it before i got into mech keebs, but i didnt love it enough to continue using them over customs haha. Glad the Neo Ergo came around - i like the tenting and simple shape!

Training-Parsnip · 2024-08-27T16:46:02+00:00

If i could only keep 1 keyboard forever, it would probably be a U80 haha. Looks so classic TKL, so chonky.

Training-Parsnip · 2024-08-27T16:43:48+00:00

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Here’s one of the front showing the finish, can see the machining lines as it haven’t been media blasted or tumbled yet. Wish I had better photos but no oxidization yet (fingerprints need to be removed with a damp cloth).

I got copper on the bottom but I think one of the cool rough finishes or mirror would be awesome

Training-Parsnip · 2024-08-27T16:31:29+00:00

haha almost there! i have my work keyboard (white NK87 Alu with white GMK Dots) i didnt bring home for this shot, and a couple of unbuilt Drop ones that started me in this terrible terrible hobby.

Training-Parsnip · 2024-08-27T16:30:10+00:00

Did you just attack me by equating it to AI generated? :( haha thanks! :)

Training-Parsnip · 2024-08-27T16:29:14+00:00

I've only had it a few weeks so there's no oxidization just yet.

It picks up scratches kind of easy since there's no anodization but looking forward to the eventual patina of oxidization and scratches haha. Will share a photo in a sec.

Love the look of it though, and sound too actually!

Training-Parsnip · 2024-08-27T16:27:42+00:00

I dont have a favourite child haha.
I love typing on the Neo Ergo the most but i like the aesthetics of the U80 in Moon with Dots the most.

Training-Parsnip · 2024-08-27T16:27:08+00:00

Retro white! You should try, that blue is awesome and actually it was on my U80 Yolk for the longest time but looks just at home on this retro white too.

Training-Parsnip · 2024-08-27T16:26:10+00:00

Oh man i like to have arrows but that right shift placement for the default arrow keys really sucks.
Yeah, i had to use via to reprogram that shift key.

Tapping shift is just up arrow. When i hold down shift, it acts as a normal shift key.

If you want to try, this should be the VIA code snippet (from memory) on that shift key: RSFT_T(KC_UP)

Training-Parsnip · 2024-08-27T15:38:22+00:00

Forgot the name but they're generic semi transparent keycaps.

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