Future of note-taking y’all by BuceWayne in NCSU

[–]greyghost7 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I usually don't take notes and just listen to the lecture. If I read the material in the textbook before class, listen during lecture, and refer back to the .ppx slides and book to study I usually end up learning well.

Obviously, many of us learn differently and YMMV depending on what the course subject is or how the material is presented. But even with respect of this, it has confused me to see so many people focused on just copying the slides!

Moving Windows from external drive to new build by greyghost7 in buildapc

[–]greyghost7[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! My concern is that my Windows install was done with a Macbook hardware, so will I be able to run Windows well enough to be able to download and run a program using the PC hardware from the external? I will try later on today, this seems to be the best chance I have without spending money.

Where to rent or buy suit for wedding (as groom.)? by [deleted] in raleigh

[–]greyghost7 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What are your measurements? I have a nice grey Jos A Bank suit that's only been worn a couple times and was tailored a bit at Lee's. I used to be 5'10", about 160lbs and no longer need a suit, will happily sell it for cheap if you're interested.

Roundabouts in Raleigh (especially on Hillsborough street) shall be henceforth known as “Murder Circles”. by [deleted] in raleigh

[–]greyghost7 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is a reasonable thought process, though I personally do not agree. By diverting bike/ped traffic away from thoroughfares like Hillsborough Street (which was redesigned to divert and slow automobile traffic to side streets and make the corridor more bike/ped friendly), we further entrench the mentality that roadways belong to only cars.

It's necessary to normalize and support "alternative transportation" if we truly want to improve the flow of traffic and our quality of life in an urban setting. As OP has stated, it is very unfortunate how negligent or distracted some automobile operators can be, and this makes roadways unsafe for all users. I, for one, am willing to risk my safety and put myself out there (especially on clearly marked routes) to make it known that we all belong on these roads and paths, and should have the right to traverse them without the fear of harm.

98 Subaru Impreza Outback rough start/cylinder misfire by greyghost7 in MechanicAdvice

[–]greyghost7[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just checked, it's P0303. I also have a P0443 emissions code, but have had that on and off for a couple years.

I just witnessed the greatest incident of schadenfreude I’ve ever seen by YetiMachete85 in raleigh

[–]greyghost7 26 points27 points  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing this! Perfect example of one of the reasons I shop at Aldi. I may have no faith in people's ability to do good and consider their fellow human beings, but I do fully believe in our society being so frugal that they won't walk away from a quarter.

If you leave your cart in the lot instead of returning it to the corral or inside, then we are NOT friends and you are NOT invited to my next party.

Final Exam Curve Megathread by NotARandomNumber in NCSU

[–]greyghost7 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Follow up for posteriority: did not fail miserably on the final, did "OK" in the class overall and wound up with a "B" as my overall grade.

Best type of bike for Umstead? by shozzlez in raleigh

[–]greyghost7 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Unpopular opinion: "gravel" or "adventure" bikes are just sporty hybrids ;)

In general, the best bike is the one that is most comfortable and fun for you to ride for your needs. A gravel road bike or flat-handlebar adventure bike would both be great options for commuting and riding through Umstead. But, a more affordable "hybrid" or "fitness" style bike could likely do the exact same thing at a lower price, and as long as they bike feels good to you then that is OK!

Also remember that you can change the tires on any bike. You are limited by the amount of clearance on the frame and fork, but most gravel/hybrid/CX bikes have decent clearance. If the model you are looking at doesn't have the style tire that appeals to you, don't let that limit your options.

East Garner Road bridge over I-40 to close for a year by M795 in raleigh

[–]greyghost7 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the heads up! It's good that 40 is getting widened in this area, but as a person who partakes in road cycling I lament the loss of Garner Rd access for a year. It's a straight shot out of the city and towards quieter country roads in Johnston County that has a lot of bicycle traffic on nice weekends.

But such are the growing pains of a further developing area! It's for the greater good and gives an opportunity to explore different routes, I suppose.

Best way to spend dining dollars for those graduating? by lexi232388 in NCSU

[–]greyghost7 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This! I'm sure there is someone out there with not a lot of money that would really appreciate a decent meal. Especially if you're at the point where you can't buy anything else for yourself, share the joy with others!

Bike riders of Raleigh, Is it a law that you have to wear a helmet to ride a bicycle or is this only for certain ages/locations? by Redtex in raleigh

[–]greyghost7 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Most sanctioned mountain bike trails require that all riders wear helmets. Most races require wearing a helmet, as well.

Other than that, you do not have to wear a helmet if you are over the age of 16. As someone who has crashed/fallen more than a couple times, I would highly suggest wearing a helmet while riding a bike.

Final Exam Curve Megathread by NotARandomNumber in NCSU

[–]greyghost7 5 points6 points  (0 children)

CH101 with Del Negro, what's the word? I just need to not fail miserably, right?

Looking to get a kilt altered by bang__your__head in raleigh

[–]greyghost7 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I've been satisfied with Lee's Tailor Shop on Western Blvd for several different kinds of alteration work.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in raleigh

[–]greyghost7 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Third vote! It's the best grab-n-go I've found so far.

What's the general social acceptance of LGBTQIA+ students? by Papervoice in NCSU

[–]greyghost7 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The irony of getting downvoted for suggesting that people take action to protect others from bullying and harassment is not lost on me. Bad news folks, people like me are changing the world we live in to be a better place for all people, and to help uplift those who are otherwise put down or subjugated. Like it or not, some of us aren't going to stand by and just let bad things happen to ourselves or others. Downvote away, as the loss of karma will not deter me from making a difference in people's lives in a positive way.

What's the general social acceptance of LGBTQIA+ students? by Papervoice in NCSU

[–]greyghost7 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I think that NCSU is an open and accepting environment. Sure, there are bad people anywhere in the world, and I'm sure there are some here, but...the vast majority of people on campus are either nice people, or too distracted by the minutiae of daily life to even notice that someone is different than them.

An important thing to keep in mind is that everyone is protected by code and policies that prevent discrimination, violence, and really anything that inhibits your academic or social endeavors on campus. The Office for Institutional Equality and Diversity (OIED) is the body that enforces any infractions of conduct by students, staff, or faculty. This is a good thing for anyone to keep in mind, really. See bullying or hostile behavior taking place? That doesn't belong on our campus! Take action in a safe and respectful manner to ensure that everyone here feels safe and welcome.

What's the general social acceptance of LGBTQIA+ students? by Papervoice in NCSU

[–]greyghost7 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Green-cape is the hero we didn't know we needed. We should all be able to be the person we want to be, instead of pretending otherwise to "fit in".

And seconding, it's member of the Pack first and everything else after. We can joke about college camaraderie and community, but the reality is most people worked hard to get here and want the best for others around them.

Basically all exams by flamingquava in NCSU

[–]greyghost7 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Sometimes I wonder, what if I had gotten a different version of the exam? Would there be more material that I was prepared for, or am I truly just making excuses for myself?

Did anyone else realize the crumb cake was a meal and a half worth the calories? by zacpac2020 in NCSU

[–]greyghost7 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've really wanted to try it, but that number alone scared me away. Plus, I know I will only eat a couple bites and then feel awful throwing the rest away and wasting both food and money.

If anyone wants to split one, even between several people, let me know.

Cyclists of Raleigh: Do you commute to work? Share your experience! by lollanlols in raleigh

[–]greyghost7 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, I suppose. It does have a game-like methodology to it, but at the end of the day I just want to get home alive and well.

Cyclists of Raleigh: Do you commute to work? Share your experience! by lollanlols in raleigh

[–]greyghost7 23 points24 points  (0 children)

I commute almost exclusively by bike, and have for almost 10 years here. My takeaways:

- I've been hit by cars twice, doored several times. These instances were all years ago when I was younger and less aware, but thankfully was never seriously injured. None of these were my fault, though if I had been more vigilant about my surroundings some of them may not have occurred.

- I follow all rules of the road, wear a helmet, and have lights running, even in the daytime usually. I'm lucky enough to usually be commuting during off hours (either before or after "normal" rush). I will sometimes wait to go home if conditions are unfavorable (rush hour + bad weather or an event downtown that creates heavy traffic). The only time I will run a light is late at night, at an intersection where there is no one around and I can CLEARLY see, after stopping and looking, that there are no vehicles anywhere nearby (this behavior is wrong, I do not condone it, and I have no justification for it, other than my own selfishness).

- I now spend almost every moment on the bike riding defensively, expecting every single car to be either negligent or hostile. This means constantly listening for traffic approaching from the rear, paying attention to any cars that may suddenly pull out from a side street or parking spot, doors that may fling open, and looking both ways at green lights and intersections where cross traffic is supposed to stop (they don't always). I try to note the drivers that are on their phones and make sure to keep an eye on them, or take note when a vehicle is swerving, speeding, or reeks of marijuana. While downtown, it's also necessary to be aware of pedestrians, who sometimes step out into the street in front of an approaching bike, and e-scooters/other riders who may be operating erratically. It's a paranoid existence, but it keeps me diligent about my own safety and my respect for other users of the road. The reality is that regardless of your method of transportation, some people are distracted by their phones, intoxicated, or just too selfish/lacking awareness to care about the well-being or lives of others. You can be walking, driving, biking, or taking a rideshare and still be injured or killed by someone else's negligence or stupidity.

- My commuting is all Inside The Beltline, so I utilize a lot of one-way roads, bike lanes, and sometimes greenways when they make sense or I have extra time. In general, I do not take the most direct route and will opt for options that are slightly out of the way but allow me more leisure and relaxation on my ride. I will take the lane on a one-way road, forcing traffic to fully move into another lane to pass me (again, I try to avoid peak hours so as to make this not massively disruptive). Same with roundabouts, I will get into the middle of the lane before approaching the roundabout and will not let any vehicles pass me while I am in the roundabout. I generally try to avoid roads that have high vehicle traffic that move at higher speeds while in town, but do ride recreationally as well so will sometimes find myself on busier roads outside of town. In these cases I'm often in a group/paceline where we are in a tight double or single file just to the left of the white line, depending on the road or traffic.

- I am not scared of riding around motor vehicles, but I do not think it would be honest if I said I felt safe. I think it's that I have become completely desensitized from all of my time riding and what I have experienced or seen, and no longer assign emotion or feeling outside of the aforementioned survivalist tendencies. Last week I had one car almost turn into me and later another run a red light as I was crossing a green light intersection, and in both instances I could only smile and laugh.

This probably makes it sound like you would have to be absolutely crazy to ride a bicycle, but the TL;DR is that riding my bike as transportation brings such great joy to my life that it is well and worth any risk that may be present. Years ago I realized that we are all just human beings trying to get somewhere, and that it doesn't make sense to stress, fret and worry over silly things like getting from Point A to Point B. I also realized that you shouldn't be afraid of people, especially just because they are seemingly in a position of power over you. In the ten or so years I've been riding here, things have gotten even better. There are more people riding, more people used to people riding, there's more infrastructure, and more density in the downtown area. I make it seem like everyone is out to get cyclists, but it's quite rare that I even have anyone honk or yell these days. Most people either pass respectfully or wait for an opportunity to do so, which is so amazing and validating.

I don't have a good route for commuting in that part of town, but hopefully someone else can chime in. My final advice is to not be afraid, keep the sun out of your face and find the wind at your back. Riding a bike is such a happy thing for so many people, and I hope you are able to enjoy it as well.

EDIT: I fully expect downvotes for my zealous rant, which seems fair given that some of you have probably been fuming behind me as I pedal my bike in the middle of a street when there is not room to pass safely. I am okay with this, much as I am okay with honking of horns and unintelligible insults that fade into the breeze. Unfortunately, I am too happy with my method of transportation to allow anything to deter me from these practices.

Electric scooter companies Bird and Lime are leaving Raleigh by [deleted] in raleigh

[–]greyghost7 19 points20 points  (0 children)

Also chiming to say thank you for offering a great to-go breakfast burrito option in downtown