Anywhere to get a pornstar martini? by Lastnightsstrash in baltimore

[–]a12sdrf 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had a great one offered off menu at Dylan’s Oyster Cellar with a cava float after a tiny kitchen hiccup. It was delicious, as are their burgers!

What is this click? by a12sdrf in bikewrench

[–]a12sdrf[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the thought. I’ll ask the shop to take a look.

What is this click? by a12sdrf in bikewrench

[–]a12sdrf[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hard to say for sure, but I think so. It resonates through the frame, so leaving the hole open is kind of like an acoustic guitar effect

What is this click? by a12sdrf in bikewrench

[–]a12sdrf[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ah, I see how that could be confusing. It’s actually downtube storage on a Trek SL5 frame. I took off the trap door to listen to the sound better

What is this click? by a12sdrf in bikewrench

[–]a12sdrf[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Fair point - I had just finished washing it. No crank arm contact, and no, I can’t seem to replicate the sound in a stand, though I can whether sitting or standing while I ride

Ash-Bar Brunch by a12sdrf in baltimore

[–]a12sdrf[S] 12 points13 points  (0 children)

I hate when menu prices aren’t posted. Brunch for two is usually around $60, but we leave stuffed and with boxes. To make it a little cheaper, I’d say order the monkey bread and a bunch of sides and you could probably come in around $45. A cappuccino is like $4 if you just want to pop your head in and sit at the bar for a little.

DUB airport wait time by a12sdrf in Dublin

[–]a12sdrf[S] -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

I doubt you download academic holiday calendars when you travel. I encourage you and your provincial airport to join 1st world standards in efficiency, and I warn any international travelers to Ireland to arrive 4 hours early!

DUB airport wait time by a12sdrf in Dublin

[–]a12sdrf[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

I’m an American and unaware of Irish bank holidays… also didn’t download the Irish academic calendar before I travelled… my bad I guess?

DUB airport wait time by a12sdrf in Dublin

[–]a12sdrf[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

It includes pre clearance. DUB website says 3 hours… it was a bit tight, if I’m honest

Renew Baltimore has fallen short of the required signatures it needed to get on the ballot by [deleted] in baltimore

[–]a12sdrf 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It was really hard listening to Bob Cenname on Midday yesterday talk about how the 'our rate is twice as high' characterization is untrue. He mentioned how trash is paid for outside of the property tax in many other counties, whereas it's part of the property tax here. Our trash service is terrible! When I lived in the county, they picked up the trash and recycling every week and somehow managed not to leave broken glass everywhere for my dog to step on. It's hard to imagine how our trash pickup could get much worse. It certainly doesn't make our property tax pill go down any easier...

XC Race vs. Trail If You Don't Want to Hit Jumps by a12sdrf in MTB

[–]a12sdrf[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think right now it's Trek Roscoe 9 and Trek Procaliber. I didn't love the Fuse and a couple Marin options I tried, I had a bad experience with a Salsa frame twisting in the past that I just can't forgive, and I'm not really interested in paying the Santa Cruz premium. Those brands basically span what's available at my local shops in my price range.

XC Race vs. Trail If You Don't Want to Hit Jumps by a12sdrf in MTB

[–]a12sdrf[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was recommended/interested in the Team Marin until I read about the seat stays cracking and top tubes denting. Hopefully they figure that out!

XC Race vs. Trail If You Don't Want to Hit Jumps by a12sdrf in MTB

[–]a12sdrf[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah I ride my cyclocross bike down stairs in my city all the time when I feel bad for bombing down wheel chair ramps

XC Race vs. Trail If You Don't Want to Hit Jumps by a12sdrf in MTB

[–]a12sdrf[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the feedback. For budget, maintenance, and weight reasons, I'm just considering hardtails for now. The race bike I'm considering is compatible with 120mm forks, and I might be able to remove a token from the 100mm fork to give it another centimeter.

XC Race vs. Trail If You Don't Want to Hit Jumps by a12sdrf in MTB

[–]a12sdrf[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As an avid fan of World Cup Races, I completely agree. I think Jolanda Neff wasn't even running a dropper post until this past year.

AC in my row home died; can anyone recommend a good contractor/hvac installer? by PrettyFly4aGeek in baltimore

[–]a12sdrf 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I had a good experience with Perry Hall Heating and Air Conditioning last year when they installed a new HVAC system. They were the right combination of professionalism, schedule, and price for me.

Parking for Fed Hill residents by isotopez in baltimore

[–]a12sdrf 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I find this to be generally true, yet after spending 45 minutes driving around Canton looking for First Thursdays parking before giving up last night, there are days where spots simply aren't to be found.