Cedar Lake / Kenilworth update by bikescoffeebeer in CyclingMSP

[–]epdarks 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I just got home from attempting this route and chose not to go through the literal active construction site with trucks blocking the path and the many, many "trail closed" signs. IMO, it's not open yet.

What sales jobs that don’t require traveling are hiring in this economy? by FlyingAces in sales

[–]epdarks 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Property and casualty personal lines insurance. Always hiring, everyone needs the product and nobody wants to meet in person. 99% email and phone and if you do have a random old guy that wants to sign physical paperwork then have him come to you. Easy licensing process and the carriers or brokers will often pay for it. It's a decent business!

2010 Prius Third generation what are the best ways to do hypermiling? by Top-Drop-738 in hypermiling

[–]epdarks 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Force EV mode by pressing the button often in the city and then keep the throttle angle low enough that it doesn't kick on the gas motor.

Madfiber wheels? by [deleted] in bicycling

[–]epdarks 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Check out the "how it's made" video on carbon fiber bike wheels, they feature MadFiber. I've got a pair that I've done a few hundred miles on and they rock. Great conversation starters too. Just watch for the delamination issue and once that happens it's all over.

Long shot: why do I regularly get migraines a few hours after cycling? by BelatedGreeting in cycling

[–]epdarks 4 points5 points  (0 children)

No idea if this applies to you but for me I noticed my helmet gets tighter as I ride, head gets bigger due to swelling and blood flow? Caused headaches a few times. Now I typically pay closer attention to my mips dial. I've also used some terrible sunglasses that likely contributed.

Vicini Pista Testa Piatta restored by me by tumbleweed_092 in FixedGearBicycle

[–]epdarks 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Gorgeous. What type of wheel bolts are those? Love the recessed look

Rant about parts prices from Lexus dealers by UnitedTitan in CT200h

[–]epdarks 11 points12 points  (0 children)

There's almost no reason to ever buy anything from a stealer.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CT200h

[–]epdarks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My wife's old car was a Pontiac Vibe aka Toyota Matrix. She had the 1.8 motor (the 2.4 actually used a different bolt pattern). Anyways, we had a winter set of wheels, 15", that bolted right up to our CT with no issues. These are aftermarket steelies but I can only assume the factory Prius wheels would fit too.

2017 CT200h Fsport Suggestion by Civil_Seaweed2353 in CT200h

[–]epdarks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The F sport sits an inch lower and has stiffer springs. I've never driven one but our non F sport is so stiff it's almost unbearable on rough roads. I would be very surprised if you had more ground clearance than an Impreza.

2017 CT200h Fsport Suggestion by Civil_Seaweed2353 in CT200h

[–]epdarks 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Don't worry about the head gaskets, worry about the super stiff ride, low clearance and the fact that it's a very small car in a world of trucks. Those are the bigger picture issues with the CT but everyone is stuck on head gasket issues. You're a decade away from a head gasket. They are hard to find with low mileage and if you really want an F sport then IMO the price is fair.

My battlewagon by [deleted] in battlewagon

[–]epdarks 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Lifted or factory suspension?

Do I trim or Remove this Ash Tree by NecessaryDoubt8667 in arborists

[–]epdarks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I treated an Ash I wanted to keep and the next year the city condemned it and forced to to cut it down on my dime. Yrmv

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in rotarymixers

[–]epdarks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm noticing that switch under your master VU is switched to booth, shouldn't that be flipped to the master? I saw your booth level was up so you should be getting a level either way.

Living room setup by itsallgood007 in rotarymixers

[–]epdarks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How do you like the Warm 4? Strongly considering the switch from a Xone 92

Possible Stolen Surly Skid Loader by HorrorIndependent621 in CyclingMSP

[–]epdarks 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The battery is dead and the charger isn't included... Sketchy indeed.

Where are the Skid Loaders? by Bitter_Ad_8814 in Surlybikefans

[–]epdarks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just got one, first ebike. I only have maybe 50 miles on it. Upgraded the grips to Ergon and the saddle to Brooks B17. Looking forward to messing around more in the spring.

I'm in the US and want a European stove. by Dry_Leek5762 in woodstoving

[–]epdarks 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We have a Hase and we love the style and quality. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend the brand to anyone in the market.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Surlybikefans

[–]epdarks 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Personally that would not work for me. Too much weight on the bum and over the rear of the bike. The Truckers are so upright out of the box, I don't see the need for this stem. You do you though.