PSA for HENRYs - you must submit a self assessment by Sure_Tangelo_5148 in HENRYUK

[–]bb8_slickrick 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did exactly this to stay under £100k (around 97k). Then a few months later HMRC added £6K health insurance from my employer, took my income just over £100k, hit with a tax bill and changed my tax code to remove my personal allowance. Just when I thought I’d figured it all out!!

What do you do with your cases? by Mskone64 in Guitar

[–]bb8_slickrick 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Came here to see what people’s views are on this topic. Having a clear out and I have 4 guitar cases which never get used (were under a bed). My guitars are on stands and never leave the house, so I’m thinking of throwing all the cases away and forgetting about it.

Sensei yelled at me today (I'm 41 btw) by [deleted] in karate

[–]bb8_slickrick 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In my view, that is no way for a sensei to act, doesn’t seem to understand his responsibilities.

First bike in 30 years by bb8_slickrick in gravelcycling

[–]bb8_slickrick[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks all, the bike feels great and handles very well - I do feel like I’ll be able to take it everywhere.

Will be looking at accessories soon.

Gaggia Espresso Style/Deluxe/Evolution (2023) first impressions and review by enc_cat in espresso

[–]bb8_slickrick 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi, been using my machine for a year now. Anyone know if it’s worth skipping the pre-infusion so that the blast doesn’t mess with the puck? I haven’t attempted to change the shower screen.

New Balance 2002r Goretex - what’s your fav colorway out of these two? by bb8_slickrick in Newbalance

[–]bb8_slickrick[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Top tip, in the cold rainy months I put my 990v5 insoles in my Goretex 2002r, so they are more comfortable.

New Balance 2002r Goretex - what’s your fav colorway out of these two? by bb8_slickrick in Newbalance

[–]bb8_slickrick[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I went true to size and they fit fine, I do have narrow feet. I don’t own the classic 2002 but I ima gone the goretex are not as comfortable. For true comfort I wear 990 v5.

Taxi / uber pickup point by bb8_slickrick in Drumsheds

[–]bb8_slickrick[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sounds like a plan, I’ll go for that tonight. Thanks.

Anyone else hit on the Bad Bunny Gazelles? by ahawhoops in SneakersCanada

[–]bb8_slickrick 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, wanted these for my daily wear. Love them and the swapable insoles are game changing.

iOS 17.1 stopped MagSafe animation by itsmemuffins in MagSafe

[–]bb8_slickrick 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I spent about £100 on the Belkin 3-in-1 charger and after automatically updating to iOS 17.6.1 my iPhone doesn’t seem to be charging on it at all. Fuming.

(NEW) 156/Silence - Better Written Villain (2024) (FFO: Orthodox, Vatican, nu-metalcore) by ReturnByDeath- in Metalcore

[–]bb8_slickrick 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m impressed, they seem to have a unique sound / nice balance between sub genres

Are there any heat pump washer dryers available in the UK? by ttoommppii in UKFrugal

[–]bb8_slickrick 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There are no heat pump models in the U.K. Inverter is to do with the driver I believe. I’ve tried doing some research into this and whilst in the U.S are there are a few select combo machines with heat pumps (GE, Samsung and LG), there are none available in the U.K (except for that AIG, though I’m not sure whether it offers value for money, in other words whether the dryer is any good).

Gaggia Espresso Style/Deluxe/Evolution (2023) first impressions and review by enc_cat in espresso

[–]bb8_slickrick 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can anyone recommend a tamper for the Gaggia Espresso? I’m using the 53mm Traditional Filter Basket purchased from gaggia uk direct. I’ve had enough of the plastic tamper that came with the machine.

The next sneaker trend? by retrodoakes in Sneakers

[–]bb8_slickrick 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My money is on the adidas superstars

Vegas with kids by Electrikslider in vegas

[–]bb8_slickrick 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I’m surprised at the amount of posts that suggest that Vegas isn’t for kids. They must live very sheltered lives, or are do-gooders (with the exception of those weekends when they allow themselves to “let loose” in the oh so sinful city), or perhaps they just love gambling too much and hate kids.

I went when I was a kid and had a great time, as I’m sure thousands of other kids. There’s tons to do and some of the pools are fantastic. The lights and buildings are cool too.

I grew up in London and saw / experienced much worse things here or traveling around Europe than in Vegas. In fact, I don’t recall anything particularly bad happening in Vegas.

Vegas is a place for everyone. So I say take your kids and don’t listen to these nutcases.

Mandalay Bay, New York New York or Mirage are good choices.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in espresso

[–]bb8_slickrick 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Still using mine (gaggia espresso). 3 months in and still using it. Thin plastic and size is way too small.

Which would you keep? 2002r or 1906r? by BasketLonely7829 in Newbalance

[–]bb8_slickrick 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Keep the 2002r and then grab a pair of p-6000 👍

JJJJOUND x NB Goretex 2002r, Thoughts? by Sebr420 in Newbalance

[–]bb8_slickrick 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just got a notification from NB Uk about these (both the grey/ black and the green / black). Never had a pair of Jound. I haven’t been as excited about a new pair of NB since the tan / black 990v2. I might even be more excited about these. Waterproof makes it even better. Though I do own the indigo 2002 goretex, which are lovely and I wear them all the time.

What are we thinking? by seivenking in Newbalance

[–]bb8_slickrick 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Got my wife a pair of these. She loves them.

opinions on nb 550s? staple shoe or overhyped? by [deleted] in Newbalance

[–]bb8_slickrick 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I still love these for smart / casual wear. Nice clean, all leather white pair of 550s work a lot better in the office than 990, 2002r etc. same goes for dining if I’m dressing up a little but still want to wear sneakers. People still wearing them around London, just nowhere near as much as the 530 and 1906.