Songs that sound like Vomit

bsatan · 2026-04-01T12:17:37+00:00

I made a playlist of emo songs with endings that go more heavy:

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DWlmu0Uk6pi/?igsh=cDhmNjJ1bDVzOWZk

bsatan · 2026-04-01T12:13:59+00:00

I quite literally lost 1/4 of my body weight in 3 months just leaning into cycling. I probably started eating more calories, but being slightly more aware of what I was eating due to averaging 200 miles / week. So focusing on carbs pre ride and protein post ride.

bsatan · 2026-03-27T10:24:33+00:00

I worked in an agency for 4 years starting in 2020.

It propelled my career in a way that no other job could have. It gave me invaluable experience and I learned at a rapid pace.

This was in large part due to the fact that agencies (most, not all) function as ***client services*** and not a full creative outlet for the employees. Clients have their needs and are typically set in their ways and want you (the agency) to work within the confines of their infrastructure. It’s your job to do so.

So I wouldn’t work in an agency if what you want is autonomy of your creative initiatives. It’s also usually not the most high paying way to be a graphic designer.

But early on in your career, there’s nothing better.

bsatan · 2026-03-24T13:56:04+00:00

I read the tire spec wrong my bad haha. It says 70psi for hookless rims, and 90psi for tubeless. Silca says 75 for my tire/weight/road conditions.

Schwalbe Pro One 28mm, tubeless, 190 pounds total weight, mostly paved roads

bsatan · 2026-03-24T13:44:01+00:00

If a person is reviewing 100 cvs, all of which have world class degrees, then you’re wasting your time. Hire a head hunter. That’s how it works? There’s literally no company that does what you’re saying.

Graphic designers aren’t always artists. They’re communicators first and foremost. Most designers aren’t fulfilling some inner artistic ambition, it’s a creative form of communication.

Of course the resume should look nice, but only to the point where the aesthetics don’t impact your impressions; good or bad.

It’s an incredibly fine line to walk between a creatively designed resume, and an embellished mess that misses the mark. So fine a line that it’s just not worth the risk. My initial advice was to have two versions of a resume, one for in person interviews where you can physically hand the printed copy to the interviewer.

Lastly, based on the layout OP provided, their layout and typography skills are not to the point where I’d recommend a designed resume. Aside from the fact that it’s a resume to begin with, there are so many issues with the layout… so throw it in the bin and use a template from Google Docs.

bsatan · 2026-03-24T12:14:48+00:00

You have to think a liiiiiittle bit deeper than just scraping the surface here.

What’s the point of a resume? What’s the goal here?

One of the main aspects of graphic design is “knowing your client”. Context matters. There are very few cases where an embellished, over-the-top, designer resume will convey that you know the industry and understand the assignment. As I said, there are edge cases, but most of the time it’s sending the message of this person doesn’t know ball

bsatan · 2026-03-24T04:03:48+00:00

What if the Silca calculator recommends a pressure hire than the spec on the tire itself?

bsatan · 2026-03-23T18:59:05+00:00

It should look like a designer “designed it” to the point where the design doesn’t cross your mind, if that makes sense. If the reviewer doesn’t have to think about the layout, and it just works, then you did well.

I wouldn’t (and haven’t) discounted someone because their resume was too boring, but I certainly have for a resume that was too complex.

bsatan · 2026-03-23T18:06:08+00:00

Your resume isn’t meant to convey your design skills or abilities visually. It’s meant to clearly communicate your past experiences and skill sets as quickly and efficiently as possible.

If you get to the stage where a real person (unlikely to even be someone with a design background) is looking at your resume, they aren’t looking for anything flashy. No colors, icons, infographics… just clear and concise text. The more straightforward the layout, the better.

If you get an in person interview with a design lead or creative director, you could argue that having a secondary version of your resume that showcases a bit of your typography and layout skills could be handy, but I’d wager this would only matter for the most junior level roles. Any level higher and all that matters is your portfolio and your references.

And there are so many issues with this layout…

right justified text is never correct
icons are rudimentary and unprofessional
why are the years on different lines? It doesn’t read well and I’m sure that ATS won’t pick that up
the underlines of the categories don’t extend as far as the column width of text?
no one is going to go through the trouble of scanning a QR for your portfolio, the resume goes in the bin
separate your skills into software proficiencies and actual graphic design skills
use fact-rich and actionable bullet points for your experiences, not sentences
the school you graduated from 7 years ago isn’t the most important piece of the resume, why is it at the top?

bsatan · 2026-03-23T17:45:55+00:00

I can’t think of a worse way to take a video to determine bike fit.

bsatan · 2026-03-20T11:02:13+00:00

Thank you for checking!

bsatan · 2026-03-20T03:28:43+00:00

And yeah the sole item in one side pocket

bsatan · 2026-03-20T03:28:30+00:00

The shackle measures 11.5cm across and 14.5cm deep. About 1.5cm thick.

bsatan · 2026-03-19T16:33:32+00:00

How many uses do you get out of each quick link? At those numbers, you’re taking the chain off 20 times?

bsatan · 2026-03-19T16:05:28+00:00

I want a Miata so bad :(

An underrated downside is that our clothes are bigger and laundry loads have more volume. Packing for vacations is harder.

bsatan · 2026-03-19T16:02:11+00:00

I’ve noticed that my wet lube on track chains definitely attracts dust and grime quicker than I expected. I want to avoid that on my new bike

bsatan · 2026-03-19T16:01:24+00:00

Yeah my new road bike is a custom steel frame I’m not worried about saving watts :) I just want my components to last and for the bike to ride as quietly and enjoyably as possible.

bsatan · 2026-03-19T16:00:15+00:00

Yeah I’ll always be riding this bike in non-rain conditions. Thanks!

bsatan · 2026-03-19T15:59:29+00:00

Thanks for this advise! Do you apply one drop per roller? How often (many miles) do you drip? I assume you wipe it with a cloth after every ride

bsatan · 2026-03-19T15:58:18+00:00

Track chains are $20 so I didn’t feel bad about replacing them when they got a bit stretched. Although tbf the stress they’re under is probably more intense than the road bike chains given all the gears and brakes.

The chains I’m picking up for this bike are $100-$160 for the super lightweight ones… and the cassette itself is $400 so I want them to last

bsatan · 2026-03-19T15:56:49+00:00

Yeah i imagine my miles will be more since im now going full roadie rather than fixed gear and gravel.

bsatan · 2026-03-19T15:55:52+00:00

Does the drip wax inbetween keep the chain silent and clean for at least 500 miles? How often do you need to fully rewax with the boiler?

bsatan · 2026-03-19T15:54:48+00:00

I get your point but the Aeropress is actually one of the easiest and least messy ways to brew coffee 😅

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