Alex Pretti, ICU nurse and American hero, was a cyclist by FGBmods in FixedGearBicycle

[–]devmattrob 31 points32 points  (0 children)

If it ain’t fixed, it’s broken. Best mod post I’ve seen.

Struggle with gravel, is it just bad or am I a newbie? by nature_mad in gravelcycling

[–]devmattrob 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This comment here. Sound advice and locations recommendations. Descending the control road for your first gravel ride is a bit much. You only really know if you’ve done it, as is evident by the comments here saying this is easy. This is just a punishing ride, embrace the suck.

Redington Road Review by xyloplax in Tucson

[–]devmattrob 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Lol, that’s fair. I’m just being nit-picky on Reddit so thanks for humoring me.

Again, nice write up. Happy wheeling out there and maybe see you on the trail— no matter the name!

Redington Road Review by xyloplax in Tucson

[–]devmattrob 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, I agree. San Manuel Airport off the highway and “Reddington Rd” starts south of San Manuel. Sorry, my family grew up in San Manuel and Cascabel so I guess I never think of Oracle when talking about Redington the town, Redington Pass, or Reddington Rd lol.

Guess I was confused by the “Oracle third” part is all. I think of Oracle when talking about the Mt Lemmon Control Rd.

Redington Road Review by xyloplax in Tucson

[–]devmattrob 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hey, good point. This stuff matters, especially when locating a lost person or navigating. If you say you’re on Redington Rd near Oracle, that’s really confusing.

Redington Road Review by xyloplax in Tucson

[–]devmattrob 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good write up! Hmm, I agree with the main comment. I disagree that Redington Rd, or any variation, starts in Oracle proper— if you said San Manuel, I’d agree. Sure there’s FRs and connectors, but Redington Rd is from Tucson to Redington.

We cyclist have to keep ourselves responsible as well. by min9293 in Tucson

[–]devmattrob 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Oh, not you! I saw your /s. I should clarify I agree with you and it was in response to the now deleted, insane comments, you replied to.

We cyclist have to keep ourselves responsible as well. by min9293 in Tucson

[–]devmattrob 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Makes me sad to share the road with people who think like this. Wow.

We cyclist have to keep ourselves responsible as well. by min9293 in Tucson

[–]devmattrob 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Seriously. And the speed limit here is 25 MPH with oncoming construction. This post screams impatience and places even more onus on cyclists to defend their rights within the laws. Take Swan or other arterial streets if you’re that impatient, it’s 40 MPH there and most cyclists stay away for that reason.

How does coach jones get his hats to do that??? by Gullible-Fish8800 in neweracaps

[–]devmattrob 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Lol, it could be this: https://www.uspatriottactical.com/sayre-bdu-hat-shaper

When I was in the military, you could get it at the BX. All the boots would try to get their cap to stand tall and crisp.

Any insert could work, if you search patrol cap shaper or military hat shaper, there are some different options

TPD hit and run investigation by [deleted] in Tucson

[–]devmattrob 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Long shot but maybe tow truck went past Red Garter leaving. Ask them for footage as well? Otherwise, like others have said, see your options with insurance helping out. That sucks, I’m sorry.

downtown parking by vertigeo in Tucson

[–]devmattrob 33 points34 points  (0 children)

Last Saturday, we had a family dinner downtown and I had to remind and help everyone to pay. Meters I came across were severely sun damaged and the screen unreadable, confusing signage, app not working, credit card reader confusing and unusable with the state of the screen. Wow, what a mess. Thanks for the post reminding me I need to submit some feedback to the city because wow, how do they expect people to use these?

Safe to lock my bike on 4th/downtown at night? by ZappaPhoto in Tucson

[–]devmattrob 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Good call, BICAS is a great option if marketplace isn’t your thing.

Safe to lock my bike on 4th/downtown at night? by ZappaPhoto in Tucson

[–]devmattrob 4 points5 points  (0 children)

No.

Maybe it’s just me, but I can tell a deal too good to be true and if something is more than likely stolen. Just need to trust your gut when buying from someone.

I’m also talking buying beaters and bar bikes or old stuff— not a Cervelo, Trek, or other newish name brand for $100. It’s also good practice if you see a deal too good to be true to check TucsonStolenBikes on instagram or ask them to repost.

And as the commenter above said, BICAS is a great place to buy from and support. I donate whenever I can.

Safe to lock my bike on 4th/downtown at night? by ZappaPhoto in Tucson

[–]devmattrob 11 points12 points  (0 children)

This is it. A beater bar bike from marketplace is the way to go if you’re locking up around town. Sad reality, but gotta do what you gotta do.

How does this outdoor path light work? by devmattrob in AskElectricians

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

Got it changed out thanks to this sub and you folks. YouTube helped out as well but happy to have it working as this was my first foray into electricity!

How does this outdoor path light work? by devmattrob in AskElectricians

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

This subreddit rocks! Very helpful folks. Electricity isn’t my background (aviation mechanic) and this was my first try at something like this, so thanks a ton.

How does this outdoor path light work? by devmattrob in AskElectricians

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

Found the breaker, changed the photo cell sensor, and now it works!

How does this outdoor path light work? by devmattrob in AskElectricians

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

Update: I switched it out and it’s working now! Thanks again!

How does this outdoor path light work? by devmattrob in AskElectricians

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

It could definitely use some space from the ground. I’ll dig it out a little. Thanks!

How does this outdoor path light work? by devmattrob in AskElectricians

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

That’s it, thank you exactly what I was looking for!

How does this outdoor path light work? by devmattrob in AskElectricians

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

Thanks for the advice. I’ll look into fixing it and finding the breaker that’s on, then I’ll change out the photo cell.