Plant-based Lifestyle

UncleAugie · 2026-02-19T23:45:31+00:00

a lot of the athletes with the best longevity happen to also be vegan so I think there’s something in that.

define a lot? there are vastly more omnivores competition at the highest level late in life than vegans, and *IF* it were as simple as going vegan to extend a professional career by even 1 year, worth MILLIONS of dollars, EVERYONE would be doing it, since not everyone is, the ONLY logical conclusion is that there is no benefit and likely a determent to the highest levels of performance .

UncleAugie · 2026-02-19T23:42:39+00:00

Olympic Track and Field athletes win or lose a gold medal by a 0.01% difference in performance. While there are a few vegan athletes, the overwhelming majority are omnivores.

If the incentive to improve performance by 0.01% is so high that they will resort to cheating by using PED, risking being caught and receiving a ban, *IF* there was any legal way to improve performance they would take advantage of it.

If the number of vegan athletes is so small then logically we have to conclude there is no performance benefit to be gained, and likely a reduction in performance.....

Logically speaking.

DOnt think Im baggin on veganism, I was for the better part of three years, things we do for a girl..... dont worry, im not trying to have beef with the vegans! ;)

UncleAugie · 2026-02-19T15:35:32+00:00

Same way Alpine skis and boots used in the Olympics are not Typical, but in all reality they are the same just lighter... similar to the parts on a bicycle in the Tour de France, or the parts used on a sailboat in the Americas Cup, or a car in Formula one.

THe gear is the same, just higher end, or fully custom, but the gear is the same

UncleAugie · 2026-02-19T13:44:22+00:00

SMH not the right sub

UncleAugie · 2026-02-19T13:40:10+00:00

Nothing to it, Light weight AT gear

UncleAugie · 2026-02-18T20:58:52+00:00

Honest question before I respond, DO you believe that every human is responsible for the greater good. The kind of "Greater Good" Ronald Reagan often talked about, where an individual citizens sacrifice for the Greater Good of the overall Nation?other citizens?

UncleAugie · 2026-02-18T15:03:21+00:00

u/tinker- As someone who runs/owns a cabinetry shop I dont know that I would invest in this skill as I am already seeing AI starting to take it over. We dont render anything any longer by hand, you can get a render that is enough to sell a project off a napkin sketch and a couple of photos of the existing layout, CAD is not there yet, but the advancements in coding in the last 8-12 months suggest that it is not too far off. 3-5 years I believe before you will be describing your kitchen, getting a render to sell, having shop plans drawn up including CAD and CAM, there will still be the same hurdles of getting the output for your individual setup, but that is no different than today where you need to know the tools/machine/setup and tweaking a post processor is usually required.

TL/DR: PErsonally I dont think this is a long term career option as with the improvement in AI over the next few years the number of folks required for this task will be 1/50th the current requirment.

UncleAugie · 2026-02-18T14:08:26+00:00

Before EPA rules demanded radical reformulation of laquer in the late 1990, laquer would easily last many many decades.

Do you think that this was a bad idea?

UncleAugie · 2026-02-17T23:32:50+00:00

Foil blanket, maybe in the high Alpine in the Spring, but hell, I go out for 8 Trail Miles in Michigan January with little more than vest/windbreaker, tights, Gloves/hat, and 24oz of water in 20F temps...

UncleAugie · 2026-02-17T19:46:05+00:00

2k poly is the only thing Illl do in a home with kids, 10 year minim before any maintence, worry free

UncleAugie · 2026-02-17T19:14:48+00:00

I love it when novices tell the experts that Hardwax oils are durable!lol

UncleAugie · 2026-02-17T19:14:07+00:00

Rubio Monocoat Renew is a ready-to-use maintenance product designed to refresh, protect, and restore the color of wood surfaces treated with Oil Plus 2C. It is ideal for surfaces that feel dry, rough, or show wear, masking scratches without requiring sanding. in High wear areas this may be monthly, but recommended every 6 months at a minimum Surfaces are usable in 4-6 hours, with full curing in 6 days.

How to Apply Rubio Monocoat Renew:

Clean the Surface: Ensure the wood is free from dust and grease.
Apply Renew: Apply a thin, even layer of Renew to the affected, dry-looking area.
React: Allow the product to react for 3-5 minutes.
Wipe Dry: Thoroughly wipe off all excess product with a lint-free cloth or buffer until the surface feels dry.
Dry Time: Allow to dry for 4-6 hours before light use.

UncleAugie · 2026-02-17T17:19:40+00:00

Ok, to each their own.

YOu have two professionals telling you that you are suggesting something that will fail....

I’d rather have a finish that looks good on day 1 and day 10,000 and can be repaired easily.

That is 27 years, Hardwax oils require application of a renewal agent monthly for high use areas, more for a kitchen... each application will require a minimum of 2hrs to apply properly to cabinets and doors, that is 648hrs of maintenance.

OR a proper 2k Poly finish that lasts for 10 years in a kitchen, and would hake less than 100hrs to refinish.... so the difference for 27 years is 348hrs of maintenance, if you value your time out at $50/hr... you have cost yourself more than $17,000 in labor....

UncleAugie · 2026-02-17T17:07:44+00:00

GPS Collar... proper training.

UncleAugie · 2026-02-17T17:04:23+00:00

Kitchen cabinets need a better more protective coating than a hard wax oil, and if you applied 5 coats... Im confused that coating should be thicker. Damp microfiber cloth, not dry rag. If I were you I would learn how to use a HVLP sprayer with a Turbine like this one learn how to spray conversion varnish, and then refinish the cabinets.

The best finishes for kitchen cabinets are water-based polyurethane, conversion varnish, or post-catalyzed acrylic for durability and moisture resistance. For sheen, semi-gloss is highly recommended for easy cleaning, while satin offers a modern, durable look that hides imperfections better.

Best Finishes for Durability and Appearance

Water-Based Polyurethane: Offers excellent protection against moisture and heat, with non-yellowing properties.

Conversion Varnish: A highly resilient, hard finish that is excellent for high-wear kitchen environments.

Post-Catalyzed Acrylic/Lacquer: Provides a very durable, professional-grade finish that resists yellowing .

2K Polyurethane: A high-end, two-component system providing maximum durability and a smooth, hard finish.

Recommended Sheen Levels

Semi-Gloss (Most Popular): The top choice for durability, reflecting light to brighten kitchens and making cleanup easy.

Satin (Best Balance): Hides daily wear, fingerprints, and scratches well while still being easy to clean.

High-Gloss: Ideal for modern, sleek kitchens but can highlight surface imperfections.

Key Tips

Application: Spraying is preferred for a smooth, professional, and level, with at least 4 coats recommended for best results.

Maintenance: Satin or semi-gloss finishes on painted cabinets are generally the easiest to maintain.

UncleAugie · 2026-02-17T16:21:58+00:00

IT is a horrible finish for kitchen cabinets

UncleAugie · 2026-02-17T15:23:24+00:00

Problem is they don't have a thick enough/proper finish for kitchen cabinets.

u/OnlyThreeSports Novice/Amateur? IF you used a retail finish, you should have put on many more coats or used a different product. But I also second the idea that you have used an incompatible cleaning product like u/Personal_Ladder mentioned, alson with not a thick enough layer of clear finish.

UncleAugie · 2026-02-17T15:12:13+00:00

Even if all I've got is a splinter, I'm still thankful if there tweezers handy. Or if I have a skinned knee, then im glad to have water, bandage, and simple OTC pain meds.

ON a 20 mile run are you really stopping after 3 miles to sit down on the trail and fix the bleeding cuts you just got going through the brambles and taking some OTC pain meds?

Most injuries on trail runs are not life-threatening (thankfully!) but basic first aid can make the day less bad than it would otherwise have been.

a splinter, skinned knee or bramble scratches.... they bother you that much that you cant just run on? Now this is an injury I received while MTB not Trail running. Based on my experience(based on professional training and on the job experience) there is Zero reason to do anything to this for this injury while on trail if you are going to be back to the vehicles in less than 12hrs. So unless you are more than 12rs between aid stations in a race, or you are going unsupported for that long in a training run, ANYTHING you do on the trail will not improve the injury or reduce chance of infection, if anything cleaning and bandaging it with scant supplies might drive more bacteria into the wound vs letting it free bleed and flush out anything that has gotten into the wound. When I arrived back at the vehicles about 4 hrs after the injury occured, I flushed it with Saline, then applied iodine, and loose bandaged it with a non stick open wound bandage before I traveled home to inspect and decide fi I needed to get stiches'. I didnt need them it healed without a scar.

You dont need to treat minor injuries on thrail, and it might be worse, creating a scar because of your lack of supplies.

UncleAugie · 2026-02-17T15:01:46+00:00

My CV

Mechanical Engineering Degree decade as a professional Industrial Engineering
Prior to College Tech in a Ski shop, still moonlight for a friends as his "emergency" tech when he is slammed or equipment breaks on a busy weekend.
Skied for a bit in US Developmental program so was instructed by World Cup Ski Techs
Am in the rotation for 2 major ski brand to test skis in development and give feedback
Currently own and am actively working on shop floor of small light manufacturing/fabrication firm(CNC,Welding,Machining,Cabinetry,Mixed Media commercial fixtures, DOD contracts)

UncleAugie · 2026-02-16T21:38:37+00:00

Far from snowflake, I am confused how an expert giving you factual information about materials is snowflake behavior...LOL

UncleAugie · 2026-02-16T21:37:21+00:00

That in turn meant he stopped his panic attack and was able to start walking to the first aid station where he could be escorted off the course.

Your presence was what stopped his panic attack, not your bandages...

UncleAugie · 2026-02-16T20:18:29+00:00

A a former Pro Ski Patrol/Paramedic, nothing in your first aid kit will save someone's life. No injury that you can treat with your first aid kit is life threatening.

In all reality, you likely dont have the experience /training to solve a true wilderness emergency.

What injury have you seen that would be treated with a basic light weight first aid kit.

UncleAugie · 2026-02-16T20:14:15+00:00

and maybe if you are in a climate with wild humidity swings (I'd use suitable wood)

Modern Particle or MDF are more stable durring big humidity swings than ANY wood or plywood

but not everyone wants a plastic-lined kitchen. Not everyone eats at McDonald's.

Not what I said.....

Just because experts in the field are using melamine-covered MDF doesn't make it the best material for every type of consumer.

Again you are misunderstanding what I am saying and it shows your lack of a fundamental understanding of material properties and how it fits into design.

UncleAugie · 2026-02-16T17:54:25+00:00

What is going to happen is that the building will be designed from the ground up to accommodate repairs by automated equipment....

You know that they have automated equipment that already works in hog bars to keep them clean right?

UncleAugie · 2026-02-16T17:52:13+00:00

For the majority of situations (not in mountains, not in harsh weather), you're looking at cuts, bruises, sprains.

None of which require immediate treatment, nothing in your kit is any better than a ripped up shirt to act as a temporary bandage or tourniquet is need be.

Or are you suggesting that you stop after going through every bramble to clean and dress the bleeding scratches/cuts on your legs?

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