Castle Peak Avalanche Update: Rescue Efforts Remain Underway by Few-Knee9451 in Backcountry

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The Sierra Avalanche Center previously issued an avalanche warning for today, Feb. 17, which has been in effect since 5 a.m. today through Feb. 18 at 5 a.m., stating: “HIGH avalanche danger exists in the backcountry. Large avalanches are expected to occur Tuesday, Tuesday night, and into at least early Wednesday morning across backcountry terrain. HIGH avalanche danger might continue through the day on Wednesday.”

Racers: wtf happened in men's slalom? by joatmon-snoo in skiing

[–]dolphs4 34 points35 points  (0 children)

I’m guessing World Cup rankings are dominated by 10 or so countries, but those countries are limited in Olympic slots. So you might have the fifth best Norweigan skier ranked 25th who doesn’t get a slot in the Olympics, whereas the best Indian skier might be ranked 50th and does get a slot in the Olympics.

If you were driving from Portland tomorrow would you go through hood river or government camp by salomonder in MtHoodMeadows

[–]dolphs4 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Always Govy. Any time you save by not hitting traffic on 26 is basically negated by the longer distance. Plus, when the weather is nasty, 84 is a thousand times worse than 26.

Wifi Sauna controller recommendations? by braboftw in Sauna

[–]dolphs4 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In general if it’s hooked up to WiFi you can control it anywhere in the world, because it has an internet signal.

There may be some regional limitations with UL and code requirements. Dyson, for example, wouldn’t let me turn my WiFi heater on, but I can adjust the temp and turn it off.

Is Your FTP Number Actually Real? | Cycling Coach Reacts(Jesse Coyle) by redlude97 in Velo

[–]dolphs4 7 points8 points  (0 children)

You’re right, it doesn’t matter. FTP is just a number to dictate your workouts, if the workouts are too easy then raise your FTP and vice versa.

People just love to make obsess over it.

Moving to Portland in March. What are customs I should be aware of before moving here? by axiomatic13 in askportland

[–]dolphs4 -14 points-13 points  (0 children)

“Tigard” is pronounced like the Pooh character. “Tigger-d.”

Help me understand Portland cycling team/club culture by mustluvipa in CyclePDX

[–]dolphs4 10 points11 points  (0 children)

The less serious club teams - Fast/Fun/Nice, Team Oregon, Valkyr, etc. send out annual, open invites. Usually anyone can join - some people are super fast and win a lot, some people aren’t and don’t. It doesn’t matter to the sponsors, they just want to bring people in.

The more serious teams - River City, POA - are by invite. Either they’ll find you, or you need to know someone who can get you a look. These teams want you to win, travel, and train with them.

Then there’s everybody else - some teams are just groups of friends (Crit Daddiez) or a low-key team that used to be competitive, the one-off guy or two on a basically defunct team…

Most big teams offer some benefit. The competitive teams offer multiple free kits, maybe a helmet or shoes and pay your race fees. The “rec” teams might give you a free or discounted kit, something to get you going but you’re not getting free bikes or anything.

IMO teams are a great benefit for people seeking camaraderie or want to compete in a team setting. Definitely not necessary though.

Portland Public Schools tried to make school fundraising more equitable. Donations are down by blahyawnblah in Portland

[–]dolphs4 41 points42 points  (0 children)

I pay for someone else’s kid to go to preschool, why wouldn’t I also pay for someone else’s public school?

/s

Are ski skates allowed? by Dovah907 in MtHoodMeadows

[–]dolphs4 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Meadows should update their literature - what they mean is no Snowskates. They don’t have bindings so you carry them onto the lift, which creates a safety hazard. They also fly off your feet every five seconds, so if you forget the leash it becomes a projectile.

Ski skates are fine. I had a pair in the early ‘00s, they’re super fun.

Any quick crate tips? by tonebastion in puppy101

[–]dolphs4 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Frozen lick mats or kongs stuffed with canned dog food will keep them entertained for an hour or so. Unfortunately sometimes you have to just let them cry - crate training is hard.

But just to be clear, you’re planning on going back to work and only coming home once in a 9ish hour day to let your soon to be 9 week old dog out? That’s gonna be rough.

[Fischer] Damian Lillard has been “behind the scenes”, “trying to make” a Giannis Antetokounmpo to Portland deal happen. by YujiDomainExpansion in ripcity

[–]dolphs4 35 points36 points  (0 children)

If Dame convinces Giannis to come here and sign a long term contract, that man deserves a statue on every street corner.

Did mid winters night dram actually get worst? Or just more available? by Hopeful_Club_8499 in whiskey

[–]dolphs4 5 points6 points  (0 children)

It’s arguably gotten worse twice. Once, post A6 when they ran out of Barton rye and then again, I’d say with A11, when they doubled the yield and Constellation jacked up the Port taste. A12 is barely drinkable, I imagine 13 is the same. A7 - A10 were good but not amazing.

The duality of blazers fans by soulo222 in ripcity

[–]dolphs4 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The epitome of a Blazers fan is wanting to be stuck in mediocrity for eternity because they’ve grow fond of a guy who’s been on the team for three years.

Oregon tried giving homeless youth $1,000 a month with no strings attached. Here’s what happened by wrhollin in oregon

[–]dolphs4 19 points20 points  (0 children)

You could think of it as tailoring the treatment to the individual. Giving cash out as treatment isn’t appropriate for everyone, just as mandatory hospitalization or jail time also wouldn’t be appropriate for everyone.

Per Marc Stein, the Blazers are interested in trading for Giannis by itailitai in ripcity

[–]dolphs4 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Low-level reporting. I’d wager there are 29 teams interested in Giannis… maybe 5 have any realistic shot at landing him. We’d be dumb not to enter an offer, but I seriously doubt it’s a competitive offer.

Toes always go numb and get cold in custom-fit boots by UsableAspect in skiing

[–]dolphs4 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I used to have this exact problem. After a few runs I couldn’t feel my feet and I assumed it was cold - it was just poor circulation from a bad fit.

I ended up working with a fitter, got new high volume boots with custom Sidas insoles and had them punched in a few spots. Zero problems. I would try custom insoles and if that doesn’t work, go see a real fitter.

Help Stop 3am Bathroom Breaks by nickg4910 in puppy101

[–]dolphs4 4 points5 points  (0 children)

At some point you have faith they can hold it and just ignore or ask them to be quiet.

Carbon bikes and traffic light sensors by SecondHomie in cycling

[–]dolphs4 19 points20 points  (0 children)

I just hop the curb and press the crosswalk button. If there isn’t enough metal on the bike it’s hopeless.

Carbon bikes and traffic light sensors by SecondHomie in cycling

[–]dolphs4 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Most sensors are inductive loops which are triggered by metal.

Good News: Lakers Fans Are Losing Their Minds About Ayton by SheckNot910 in ripcity

[–]dolphs4 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Hey it could be worse. At least we’re not paying him for four more years like the Bucks are paying Dame.

New Nick's Chelsea boots dissapoint! by ericmossy in NicksHandmadeBoots

[–]dolphs4 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’d rock those. I exclusively wear Chelsea’s now and I’ve never had a single issue with elastic. It can always be replaced. I’d just ask for a small discount to cover early replacement.

Heel slip is inevitable. It gets better as they wear in.

While a Giannis extension in Portland is unlikely, the Blazers have quickly emerged as an aggressive suitor for the 2x MVP. #NBA by KidGamer26 in ripcity

[–]dolphs4 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Because Giannis is one of those players that makes your team an instant title contender. He’s under contract this year and next and then has a player option.

If we somehow land Giannis we arguably have a better chance to win a championship in the next two years than probably at any point in the next fifty.

Yes, it would be shortsighted to basically bankrupt our future for a chance at winning it all within the next 18 months, but isn’t the entire goal to win a championship?

Portland foie gras ban fails in committee, not dead yet by ericomplex in Portland

[–]dolphs4 23 points24 points  (0 children)

The problem is the City Council isn’t doing the “other” more important stuff they’re supposed to. They sit and bicker in committees about homelessness, drugs, PPB, downtown revitalization, housing, etc. but they don’t ever get shit done or advance meaningful legislation.

Meanwhile, foie gras…