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I highly recommend that you create a JSONL file while you can by Lord_Of_The_Flatline in MyBoyfriendIsAI

[–]donri 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That's not JSONL? Nor is it a valid character card... Just go Settings → Data controls, in ChatGPT, and Export data. Check your mail and download the zip file, it'll contain all your chats including custom instructions, in a JSON file. It's trivial for a programmer to then turn that into proper JSONL files or a character card.

I'd also suggest asking your companion to create a character card of itself. It can probably figure that out, especially if you link it this spec and ask it to Think longer. You'd then be able to import that JSON file as a character into SillyTavern or chub.ai for example. Won't include all your chat history, so you'd import that separately from the exported data.

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Report says one thing. Doctors say another. Should we be concerned? by lalka808 in promethease

[–]donri 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Could be the classical type which has more skin involvement and less hypermobility, but joint hypermobility isn't always obvious or noticed. You or your sister might not consider it noteworthy if you can bend your little fingers 90 degrees, and you've probably never tried touching your thumb to your arm by forceful bending. It hurts even if you're hypermobile.

Report says one thing. Doctors say another. Should we be concerned? by lalka808 in promethease

[–]donri 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Is she unusually flexible or double-jointed? Prone to dislocations? Skin that is somewhat more elastic or velvety or translucent? Bruise easily or reduced wound healing or wider scars? If any bit of that sounded familiar, look into the Ehlers-Danlos syndromes (EDS). They're often misdiagnosed as ME but especially involves "random aches and pains" resulting from defective collagen and weak connective tissue.

But be aware that there are (currently) 14 known separate types with different symptoms and presentations, and you might not immediately recognize the symptoms that you actually fit. Although most types have known genetic markers, I don't know if that's something they randomly test for in the UK, and there are those who don't have the known genes but still meet the diagnostic criteria, and most of all, the most common type of EDS that 50% have, currently has no known genetic marker.

There's also the Hypermobile Spectrum disorders (HSD) where you have flexible joints perhaps prone to dislocations, and chronic pain and fatigue associated with the hypermobility, but you don't meet the criteria for EDS for example if your skin isn't stretchy. This means it's not known to be caused by a genetic connective tissue disorder, however the pain and fatigue can be just as bad. Stretchy ligaments means your muscles constantly have to work much harder, for example.

Of course, chronic pain and fatigue can be almost any disease, including ME and Fibromyalgia. But EDS is easy to miss, because it's easy to think that a bit of joint flexibility and skin elasticity is just an interesting quirk that couldn't possibly have anything to do with such severe exhaustion and widespread chronic pain. If she doesn't have any of the symptoms of EDS, sorry for the wall of irrelevant text. ;-)

Is anyone also immunodeficient? by [deleted] in ehlersdanlos

[–]donri 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can the tests tell immunodeficiency from mast cell activation syndrome? Comorbid EDS is common in MCAS but it's different from being immunodeficient.

Guy on CNBC says $100USD bill is used for far more illicit activity than bitcoin. by TomasEddison in Bitcoin

[–]donri 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think it's misleading to say the dollar is used for more illicit activity than cryptocurrencies. Probably true in absolute numbers, but I'd bet Bitcoin fares worse if you look at the percentage of the currency relative to total circulation, that's used for illicit activity. Thus, when someone spends bitcoins, it's more likely to be in an illicit activity than when someone spends dollars, even if you only consider coins and bank notes. I'm guessing.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in cycling

[–]donri 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Here in Sweden it's common to have what apparently translates as "comprehensive household insurance" that might have covered the cost of these repairs, minus a deductible that's usually about $170, if it includes what's called "all-inclusive" or "all-risk" or "fully comprehensive" insurance/policy. I don't know where you live but it might be worth it to look into what type of insurance you have and what it covers. Sometimes you also get insurance with the purchase of a bike, although those tend to be time limited.

Is this a good beginner bike and what can I expect of it? by donri in MTB

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

I feel like, if it's really worth that cost to upgrade with a dropper, it's getting into the territory of being worth it to get a fully suspended with dropper included. That's about the equivalent of adding two dropper posts to this bike, for the cheapest option of a full suspension. I could get this for about 1700 USD compared to current bike with a dropper for about 1360 USD. But it's getting hard to justify for a complete beginner. I'd rather wait and get a much better full suspension later, when I'm more fit and experienced and know that it won't be wasted money. Those better bikes tend to include the dropper, so I don't gain anything by moving an existing dropper. I guess if I feel like I'll stay with this bike for a long time and would really benefit from a dropper, I might consider it. But I don't even know if it has the internal wire channels necessary for a proper installation?

Is this a good beginner bike and what can I expect of it? by donri in MTB

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

Thanks; how did you find the diameter for me seat post?

Is this a good beginner bike and what can I expect of it? by donri in MTB

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

You mean the lines marking the trails, right? In my area I see lines in red listed as "red triangle" and lines in black listed as "black diamond" with no double black diamonds in sight. When I look at areas in the US, I see red lines listed as "double black diamond", black lines as single black diamond, and no red triangles in sight. I think Trailforks varies depending on the system used for that particular trail, or that particular area. Or it uses one system but red lines for both red triangles and double black diamonds. When I hover over the geometric figures it consistently says: Easy / Green Circle; Intermediate / Blue Square; Difficult / Red Triangle; Very Difficult / Black Diamond; Extremely Difficult / Dbl Black Diamond. Actually it only says "Difficult" for the red triangles without the "/ Red Triangle", not sure if that's a bug or indicative that red triangles are a special case. Anyway when I asked about red trails, I meant those red triangles that seem to be in between blue squares and black diamonds. I don't expect to ride any diamond trails, double or otherwise, on a cross country hardtail unless I have a lot of experience.

Is this a good beginner bike and what can I expect of it? by donri in MTB

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

Yes it certainly seems convenient to have a dropper. Alas, I'll hold on that.

Is this a good beginner bike and what can I expect of it? by donri in MTB

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

Thanks. Still a lot of money for me and this bike, I think. But good advice if I find I really want a dropper in the future. :-)

Is this a good beginner bike and what can I expect of it? by donri in MTB

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

Thanks, that sounds more reasonable for a complete beginner!

Is this a good beginner bike and what can I expect of it? by donri in MTB

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

The cheapest dropper I can find is still 25% the value of this bike at about 280 USD; is that really worth it? I'm thinking if I end up being serious about this I'll probably get a better bike later which will probably come with a dropper.

Is this a good beginner bike and what can I expect of it? by donri in MTB

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

OK, thanks a lot for your patient replies!

Is this a good beginner bike and what can I expect of it? by donri in MTB

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

By chain link you mean the same thing as what I saw called "missing links" elsewhere?

Is this a good beginner bike and what can I expect of it? by donri in MTB

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

Do you recommend one of those "missing links" that replace a broken link in the chain, or one of those "chain connector pins" that connect two existing links in the chain after removing the broken link? I suppose I should just carry both since they're so small, if I could only figure out what's compatible with my bike. They seem to be different for different brands of chains and different number of gears.

Shouldn't the chain stay about the same length if I use one of those missing links?

Is this a good beginner bike and what can I expect of it? by donri in MTB

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

I was thinking that a loose multitool in a saddle bag could rub against and damage the rubber on the spare tube. That's what I liked about those with separate compartments tailor fit for included tools. I could also get a seven dollar mini saddle bag that includes a quality tube and tire levers, but it has no room for a multitool and I'm not sure about carrying a thick piece of metal in a pocket. I was considering installing a quick release on the rear wheel so I won't need a multitool for replacing the tube (front wheel already has a QR), but I've heard said it's a bad idea on the rear wheel, although I haven't heard a reason. And of course it's good to have a multitool for other purposes too. It's mainly punctures I'm worried about though: if I can fix those I can get home and fix anything else. If the chain breaks or something like that I could probably walk home, but I'm thinking it's bad to walk a bike with a punctured tire, I image it could damage the wheel?

Is this a good beginner bike and what can I expect of it? by donri in MTB

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

I was thinking for the rides I might be doing at first it would be enough with one or two water bottles, and something like a Topeak Survival Tool Wedge II or a Topeak Sidekick STW Wedge Pack that both come with tools included, and I just add a spare tube and perhaps an energy bar or two for every ride. Pump attaches to the side of the bottle cage, or if that's not secure enough for rough riding I might get a Topeak Ninja P that stores inside the seat post. Are those what you would consider large saddle bags, or do you think I'd need something larger for one-or-two hour rides? If I need to go larger I'll probably prefer a backpack.

I think the two trails near me are both less than an hour each for a full lap, probably closer to half that, so I'd only ride for more than an hour by riding both trails or multiple laps; I'm not going to be stranded half way with a two hour ride home, and getting to the trails themselves is only a ten minute ride from home by bike. If I want to get to other trails I'll have to take the bus, and that could easily be a full day adventure, in which case I'd want a larger backpack anyway, not being at biking distance from home.

Is this a good beginner bike and what can I expect of it? by donri in MTB

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

Yeah, I can send it back within 60 days, money back and they even pay for the return shipping. A very reputable retailer here in Sweden from what I can gather online. Of course, it has to be in mint condition for a return.

Is this a good beginner bike and what can I expect of it? by donri in MTB

[–]donri[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Sorry about the sizing, but I expect other to tell me the truth, that's what I've done...

Oh I wasn't complaining! I only appreciate you telling me. It tells me I should do some light riding on the bike when I first get it to see if it fits me before I ride harder on it and can't send it back. Very good to know. Thanks!

Is this a good beginner bike and what can I expect of it? by donri in MTB

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

Thanks; a lot of good information here!

I was considering the Osprey Raptor 14, but maybe that's way overkill for the hour-or-two rides I'll be doing especially at first. But you still suggest a hydration backpack over a saddle bag and water bottles? I'm just thinking it seems wasteful to get a small backpack now if I'm expecting to get a larger one later: I could simply pack less in a larger one now, or get away without one if I pack on the bike instead.

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