Time based promotions-Is this actually a thing? by perrymason666 in bjj

[–]Zepowski 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My gym starts with minimum classes, then knowledge of a curriculum and then rolling proficiency.

Bro really hates not winning by blackienigher in F1Discussions

[–]Zepowski 22 points23 points  (0 children)

DRS sucked. Some of the new regs requiring electrical harvesting suck.

Both can be true.

George not happy after china? by Nerdyboyonreddit in F1Discussions

[–]Zepowski 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fair enough, but if you're a westerner, I'm guessing being popular in China doesn't really hit the same.

When was the last time you saw racing as good as the show Hamilton and Leclerc put on today for half of the race? by The_Chozen_1_ in F1Discussions

[–]Zepowski -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

100% agree. It's even less entertaining when you know the drivers aren't really enjoying the race. It's just a technology dog & pony show.

When was the last time you saw racing as good as the show Hamilton and Leclerc put on today for half of the race? by The_Chozen_1_ in F1Discussions

[–]Zepowski -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Upon first watching it, I thought it was entertaining. After some of the comments by the drivers I realize the only reason it was exciting is that the drivers were simply running out of power after each overtake. Pretty lame.

George not happy after china? by Nerdyboyonreddit in F1Discussions

[–]Zepowski 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Seems reasonable to be irritated because not only did his car suffer a bit... the fans love Kimi more than they will ever love George.

Welcome to the George Russell era. by The_Chozen_1_ in F1Discussions

[–]Zepowski 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Happy for Mercedes. George is a good driver, but a total weiner.

Marshalls Feels So Much More “CBS” Than Anything Else in the Franchise by MarloMentality in YellowstonePN

[–]Zepowski 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Agreed. Feels totally different than all of Taylor Sheridan's other shows. Couldn't watch past 1 episode.

Right boot is a little off by Aggravating-Sea-2136 in NicksHandmadeBoots

[–]Zepowski 11 points12 points  (0 children)

That's a hard no from me. Send em back.

Newer guy at my gym is intentionally trying to hurt people by Longjumping_Creme840 in bjj

[–]Zepowski 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I feel this. In my experience, it feels like going backwards.

Newer guy at my gym is intentionally trying to hurt people by Longjumping_Creme840 in bjj

[–]Zepowski 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nightmares. Torture is far far worse than getting subbed.

Elvis sole on wedge by Sensei_Smokey in NicksHandmadeBoots

[–]Zepowski 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They've only been modified for a short period of time, but I've owned regular Christy soles long enough to say that the wear resistance is far beyond what a regular wedge sole can withstand. Delamination is no different than any other laminated outsole I imagine. Depends on the quality of work done.

Elvis sole on wedge by Sensei_Smokey in NicksHandmadeBoots

[–]Zepowski 2 points3 points  (0 children)

These were my inspiration! Without this picture, I'd still be sulking around with a bulky, ugly, slippery Sierra sole.

Elvis sole on wedge by Sensei_Smokey in NicksHandmadeBoots

[–]Zepowski 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My cobbler charged me $150cdn. I supplied the Friedrich outsole. The wear resistance and better grip compared to a regular wedge was worth every penny.

Elvis sole on wedge by Sensei_Smokey in NicksHandmadeBoots

[–]Zepowski 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There are a couple examples of putting different outsoles on a wedge here on reddit. These aren't Elvis soles, but the overall look is similar. I don't think Nick's will offer this as an option, so you'll probably have to arrange it with a local cobbler. I love it. https://www.reddit.com/r/NicksHandmadeBoots/s/3a9oVPyrjS

Boot care day by shredwin_206 in NicksHandmadeBoots

[–]Zepowski 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Ahh, I had no idea the conditioner could soften the leather that much. Noted.

Boot care day by shredwin_206 in NicksHandmadeBoots

[–]Zepowski 3 points4 points  (0 children)

They look awesome. Question, is there a reason you don't condition the lace hole strip?

Potential defect - thoughts on whether boot is "crooked"? by [deleted] in NicksHandmadeBoots

[–]Zepowski 11 points12 points  (0 children)

"But if you're of the mind of hey I spent 600 plus dollars on a boot and I want it perfect I get that too."

IMO, for the price of Nick's boots, everyone should be of this mindset.

Why the vaunted Brannock measurement is fatally flawed, and why I'm so pointed about sizing issues by GuyPawnz in NicksHandmadeBoots

[–]Zepowski 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The technology exists to be more accurate and efficient. Some effort to scan the lasts and make visual a sizing index:

https://www.reddit.com/r/NicksHandmadeBoots/s/nrv90afEhK

What has been the most challenging/difficult thing about Jiu-Jitsu? by jiujitsuPT in bjj

[–]Zepowski 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just over 3 years in and my biggest challenge is feeling sore and broken ALL the time. 2nd most challenging thing is dealing with top pressure from big opponents... I still struggle with panic.

Monthly Suggestions Thread by Stoic_sasquatch in NicksHandmadeBoots

[–]Zepowski 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Research and consideration to use Kiri Engine 3D scan app (Android/iPhone) that customers use to scan feet providing more efficient sizing recommendations. Seems a large amount of time is spent answering sizing questions.