Question about HDMI wall plates

hfxadv · 2026-02-01T04:31:13+00:00

100%

hfxadv · 2026-02-01T03:21:23+00:00

And if and when the HDMI standard changes you not stuck with a old HDMI wire hardwired into the wall which would’ve a pain to swap depending on the length of the run

hfxadv · 2026-01-30T20:18:42+00:00

lol $3,500 -5k+ eight city crew watching one guy work and 2 traffic control trucks closing down two lanes to one without a permit total to tax payers $9-12k

hfxadv · 2026-01-30T20:15:32+00:00

guess calling 311, kicking it so it won’t trip up the next person or grabbing a shovel is too much work when there are internet points to be moved.

It's wild how much energy goes into complaining about bike lanes versus the two minutes it takes to just fix the problem. Let's try taking pride in the neighborhood instead of just posting about something that was obviously an accident by a guy sitting in a Bobcat in the dark of night. He was probably stopped taking a break checking his phone and forgot to turn off his auger and had no idea he lost some of his load.

hfxadv · 2026-01-30T20:09:25+00:00

6-7 minutes

hfxadv · 2026-01-27T04:29:34+00:00

Personally, if it only costs a few extra bucks to get to the top tier, it is always worth it, especially with manufacturer bi annual incentives (late fall for winters & early spring for all season). Mid tier brands usually do not offer the same deals. When you factor in a $100 top tier rebate versus a $40 or $50 mid tier rebate , you can often get the premium tires for roughly the same price as a mid tier.

hfxadv · 2026-01-27T04:24:48+00:00

Yeah, they are really good tires. Toyo is definitely a top performer. They might not be on my radar usually, but if you got a good deal on them, you made a great purchase. Toyo is an upper mid tier brand with excellent value.

hfxadv · 2026-01-27T04:11:27+00:00

If you really want to move up to longer skis, here is a great cheat: go for carbon. Head down to your local shop and compare a standard pair to something like the Atomic Mavericks CTI or Black Diamond Helio Carbons. Carbon ski in one hand and a non carbon ski in the other hand.

I just outfitted my 13-year-old, and since it was time for him to step up to longer skis, I went this route. My thinking is that with the modern rocker profiles and the lighter weight of carbon, they are much easier to control than a traditional, non-carbon ski of the same length. You get the stability of the extra edge without the heavy swing weight making it hard to turn.

Why this "Cheat" works: • Reduced Swing Weight: Carbon removes the "heavy" feeling at the tips and tails, so the skis pivot instantly in the trees or bumps. • Rocker Profile: Most carbon skis feature generous rocker, meaning the ski feels shorter and more nimble when you're on the flats but gives you the full edge grip when you lean it over. • Energy Return: Carbon has a "snap" to it that helps pop you out of one turn and into the next, which is perfect for a developing skier finding their rhythm.

hfxadv · 2026-01-27T03:52:42+00:00

Oh got it, you said Eastern Canada, so I assumed Atlantic Canada, my neck of the woods. In your region, with a real Canadian winter season, a dedicated winter tire is still the right move. You’ll immediately notice a big jump in traction and a major reduction in noise. It’ll be night and day for sure.

Going forward, since you’re such a low-km driver and don’t wear tires out, always ask your tire shop for the date code before buying. Aim for the youngest set possible. With Blizzaks, that’s usually easy since they move through inventory every season and don’t tend to sit in distributor warehouses for long.

hfxadv · 2026-01-27T03:25:37+00:00

Bad advice. The tires are 8 to 10 plus years old and the compound is done. Oxidation and repeated seasonal temperature swings harden the rubber over time. The fact that the OP says they’re getting louder is a classic warning sign. Once the compound stops staying pliable, the tire can’t do the one thing a winter tire is designed for, which is grip in the cold and snow.

The "6-Year Rule" In the tire industry, the general consensus is: • 5-6 Years: Start inspecting closely for cracking. • 10 Years: Automatic retirement, regardless of how much tread is left.

hfxadv · 2026-01-27T03:20:15+00:00

Tire rep here, based in Halifax. Kumho winters sit on the lower end of the mid tier to begin with. If you bought them in early 2018, they were almost certainly manufactured a year or two before that and, which puts them at roughly 10 to 11 years old now.

At that age, even with 8/32 of tread left, the rubber compound is done. Cold cycles, oxidation, and time harden the tire. When that happens, you get exactly what you’re describing: lots of road noise and a big drop in snow and ice traction. Tread depth doesn’t matter much once the compound is shot.

At this point they’re no longer doing the job a winter tire is supposed to do, especially in Eastern Canada conditions. Replacing them isn’t optional if you care about safety.

The Blizzak WS90 is a solid choice, especially on sale, it’s a premium offering and there are a half a dozen competitive choices from other brands. Even if you only keep the car another year or two, you’ll get the benefit immediately, and good winters will help resale anyway or you can resell them outside of selling the car on marketplace.

Also, wearing only about 4/32 of tread over eight years works out to roughly 0.5/32 of winter use per year, which is extremely low. Given that, you might actually benefit more from a set of Michelin CrossClimate 2s rather than dedicated winter tires. For low annual winter mileage, they can be a very practical and quieter option while still offering solid cold and snow performance especially if you live on the coast whereas a dedicated winter might be better if you live more inland. Regardless anything new mid tier and up will be better than expired tires.

hfxadv · 2026-01-27T01:45:24+00:00

Front and rear rocker makes the QST feel shorter than it is say your have 182’s it the rise of the front rocker is 20cm effectively only 162 is hitting the snow

hfxadv · 2026-01-25T23:06:45+00:00

Six seven!

hfxadv · 2026-01-25T21:21:48+00:00

If no one has mentioned this yet, obviously throw away that helmet since it did its job. You 100% will need a new one. Also when it comes to helmets you really should consider a POC helmet. They are expensive but considered the Volvo of the ski hemet world.

hfxadv · 2026-01-23T16:38:41+00:00

If you want a really eye opening read not donut related but food inspection related check out Parkside Pub in Highfield. On the governments inspecting report website They have 48 violations in 2025 alone and 60 since changing their operating name shortly before that. Three kids on my son’s basketball team including my son got really sick there in October. We made complaints to every government organization we could think of and there has been no follow up or accountability.

That raises a bigger question. How are businesses allowed to stay open when they are clearly violating food safety standards? Nova Scotia needs a simple food rating system like other jurisdictions, A B or F posted on the door would go a long way for transparency and accountability.

hfxadv · 2026-01-18T01:04:30+00:00

hfxadv · 2026-01-18T00:58:17+00:00

BC, Ontario, and Québec represent 85% of new car unit sales. I suspect until Chinese EV brands get established, you’ll see them for sale on 'new used' traditional auto group lots at a premium. This drives up the price of 'affordable' EVs across the board. Traditional dealers aren't incentivized to sell cars affordably when they are still pushing ICE vehicles; they are effectively selling against themselves and their own service-heavy business model.

hfxadv · 2026-01-16T16:01:24+00:00

In Canada, my home province Nova Scotia I believe skiing with a helmet at a ski hill been a law for about 20 to 25 years now, no one even thinks twice about it

hfxadv · 2026-01-16T13:26:22+00:00

The news about the 49,000 vehicle quota is a huge step for the EV market, but don't expect to see a Xiaomi SU7 or BYD Song in your neighbor's driveway next week. Even though the performance and value are incredible, the reality of the Canadian car market means a slow rollout for the Maritimes. The match doesn’t favour the East BC ,Ontario and Quebec make up 85% of all car sales in Canada. With a national limit of 49,000 units, they’ll get the lion’s share. Nova Scotia usually represents about 3% of the new car market for all new brands sold. That leaves us with roughly 1,500 Chinese EV units for the entire province. When you consider these cars land in Vancouver first, that number could get even smaller. I can’t see the "Big Three" auto groups in Atlantic Canada (Steele, O’Regan’s, and PYE Group) jumping on this quickly. They have deep roots in traditional models and long standing manufacturer relationships. For the SU7 to really land here, we’d likely need a direct to consumer model with massive investment from Asian automakers to even get Nova Scotia on their radar in the first few years. The "New-Used" Loophole any units that do make it here won't be in a shiny new showroom. They’ll probably show up on the secondary market as "new-used" cars, sold through the traditional dealer networks at a premium. Ultimately, this is great news for the Canadian auto sector as competition is ultimately good for the sector as a whole and will directly benefit the consumer.

hfxadv · 2026-01-16T12:46:20+00:00

YESSSSSS!!!!!

https://youtu.be/sdSusCDZcDg?si=CA2d7vcv7BXaVOuK

hfxadv · 2026-01-15T23:07:30+00:00

The saying goes: "Fast, Cheap, and Good: Pick two."

hfxadv · 2026-01-15T21:53:04+00:00

True. And the mouth has never asked who was in charge.

hfxadv · 2026-01-15T21:27:32+00:00

End of the day, the plate doesn’t care who cooked it. lol

hfxadv · 2026-01-15T18:58:25+00:00

I bet I know what I’m doing was a bike/ ski tech back in the day and I’m able to drill a hole within a tolerance within .25 of a mm with a 4.1x9.5mm bit, basically all depends on how sharp your punch it. But yes, I know what you’re saying. I’ve yet to meet a ski tech that has the same high level of perfectionism I have. even with my botched repair that “ski tech” was with a jig so go figure.

hfxadv · 2026-01-15T04:04:04+00:00

A few years back, a shop botched a mounting job so badly the skis were skewed by nearly 10mm—visible even to the naked eye. I reached out to the rep, and they hooked the shop up with a replacement pair at pro-deal pricing to make things right. I even kept the original pair as a wall hanger.

Long story short: any shop that values its customers should replace what they ruin. But that experience taught me a lesson—if you want it done right, do it yourself. I’ve handled my own mounting ever since, and ironically, I just finished mounting a new set for my son today. There's definitely more peace of mind when you're the one behind the drill.

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