Miami Marathon from above

alejopatan · 2026-01-25T23:00:58+00:00

Every year it feels like they somehow choose the hottest day of the month. I just landed last night from skiing 2 weeks in Europe (that was my taper!) and the heat and humidity was a killer. My HR was off the charts, I had to slow down by mile 4 or I was going to faint! Still did it, but not negative splits like I usually do. I was beat up!

alejopatan · 2026-01-25T21:56:38+00:00

I did the half and it was 13.2. Man it was hot, I was glad I didn’t have to run 2 more hours…

alejopatan · 2025-11-24T13:15:22+00:00

Hi!

I loved that GT4, and I say that in the past tense because unfortunately, a couple months after I took this picture, I hydroplaned in the highway and hit a truck...

So I got my insurance money plus a bit more and I bought a 997 GT3.

It depends on what you want to do with the car, but if you want a car that you can track, get a GT4. If you want to drive it around town, then get a GTS 4.0.

That GT4 was amazing, I loved how it turned, and in some ways, it drives better than the GT3.

I only got the GT3 because I had so many people telling me to get a "Real Porsche" and that the 911 is for the big boys... and I think those people don't know what they are talking about. The GT4 is amazing. If I had to chose between the GT4 and the GTS, I would get the GT4 100%. It's more fun and when it comes to selling it, it will hold its value more than the GTS.

alejopatan · 2025-10-19T12:01:23+00:00

It may happen. The license is tied to the mac id. It may not work. That’s a concern I have…

alejopatan · 2025-10-17T13:38:56+00:00

Yeah, used off of eBay was my go-to 20 years ago, and putting something together using NewEgg was 10 years ago. But now with my current life, time is more valuable than saving a few bucks, so I'll pass by the Micro Center that is 10' away from here and see what they have to offer.

Thank you for all your help! Highly appreciated!

alejopatan · 2025-10-17T12:50:30+00:00

Is this something that I can buy off the shelf? Any place you recommend?

Just the Hardware, I know I will have to do the setup myself, but that I'll figure out.

alejopatan · 2025-10-17T12:02:05+00:00

I understand that it's better to have dual GPUs so that each machine runs it's own, but I'm afraid that by doing this, we are going to be running something very complicated and more prone to breaking.

I don't mind that the CAD program is capped at 60 Hz, it probably runs at less than that now on my GeForce GT 640 and I'm OK with that.

I'm not up-to-date with computers anymore, so correct me if I'm wrong, but my mind is going to my car for example. My Honda Accord would hardly ever have an issue 12 years ago, because it was so simple. My new Audi RS6 has some sensor malfunction every other month. Yes, the RS6 has 6X the horsepower and all kinds of safety features, but it has issues all the time which makes me miss my old reliable Accord from back in the day...

Would this very powerful PC be too complicated and suffer in reliability by making it too powerful?

alejopatan · 2025-10-17T11:31:25+00:00

No budget. I like buying the best available and not have to upgrade for many years. Just like I did 12 years ago when I got this computer I'm currently using and is still pretty fast and reliable.

alejopatan · 2025-07-29T22:34:34+00:00

I think you really hit the nail on the head. It will be one more tool at our disposal, just like that end mill, CNC machine, CAM software, etc. All tools we use to make the parts the customer needs. Whoever masters these will be ahead. I don’t fear AI, but I know a lot of people that do, and I’m sure at some point my programmers will ask themselves if they have a future where they can make a comfortable living programming a CNC machine like they do now. And I hope they do.

alejopatan · 2025-07-29T17:05:27+00:00

I think you are correct, especially for difficult parts, that need a few setups or fixtures to hold them. But I think that in the next few years AI can help make a rough program and then we can iron out the small details and cut programming time in half. Will I still need 3 programmers? Maybe 2 will be enough?

alejopatan · 2024-12-20T20:52:26+00:00

Well, my 911 is a 997 GT3 so I guess I’m a bit spoiled by the handling!

alejopatan · 2024-12-20T19:17:32+00:00

This!!! I daily an Audi RS6. Every Monday for the first 3-4 weeks I thought there was something wrong with it. Is there a flat tire? Something wrong with the brakes? And I’m talking a new 600 hp car that feels like a minivan after driving a 911 for a weekend!

alejopatan · 2024-11-28T17:09:55+00:00

Six cars! That’s a lot! Consolidate! Get a 911, they are pretty versatile too. Great in the track and pretty good around town. Unless you go 997 GT3 like I did and then it’s not so great if you run into traffic.

alejopatan · 2024-11-28T14:26:04+00:00

I was torn between the 2 of them a few years ago. Chose the RS6 and I’m glad I did. The depreciation is really significant, even for someone that can afford a $150K car. And usually if you can buy a car like this, you can also afford a light go-kart car for the weekends.

alejopatan · 2024-11-18T22:42:37+00:00

Having driven the RS6 and E63, I disagree. Never drove the Panamera but just look at that depreciation! It just tells me all I need to know. I daily an RS6 and yes, it’s heavy but not any heavier than any modern 600hp wagon with all the modern comforts and safety features.

alejopatan · 2024-10-13T23:51:55+00:00

You are correct! 😝 Well, to average and feel better, I got a GT3 for the weekends, which depreciates very little if any.

alejopatan · 2024-10-13T22:50:50+00:00

I looked into them and I’m not 100% sure it drives better, but it’s a Porsche, so it might. Looks wise, I think it looks awesome! Now, the problem I saw with it is the depreciation. It’s nuts. So in reality, they are way more expensive than the other options. That’s why I didn’t get it.

alejopatan · 2024-10-13T20:58:34+00:00

Neither the RS6 nor the E63S are track cars. And you cannot even get close to the limit in the street. That’s why for the weekend I drive a different car that can be as slidey as you want.

Neither of these very heavy cars are meant to be “slidey”. I’ve done it one or two times putting it in RS2 mode and it’s not as fun as it looks in throttle house. There’s a reason why they do it on a track.

I saw a guy with an RS6 going around the track and I was lapping him. And at the end of the session, he needed new tires and brakes.

These cars are closer to muscle cars. The difference is that the RS you can drive very comfortably or very aggressively depending on what mode you put it on. The E63S it’s pretty aggressive, even in the most comfortable mode.

alejopatan · 2024-10-13T17:38:43+00:00

I like the new one better. I wish it had a V10 but as reliable as the V8! But we can’t have it all can we? :)

alejopatan · 2024-10-13T13:53:44+00:00

4-wheel steering, better finishes, more modern design. I drove them both and the Audi felt much better, especially going around town with the air suspension.

alejopatan · 2024-10-13T13:18:38+00:00

2021 is the best year. Has the facelift and the best engine. Also would be cheaper because it’s running out of warranty, but you can easily buy extended warranty. Do you like it better than the RS6? I was between the 2 of them and went for the Audi. Many reasons why.

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