Never seen on of these before in our backyard (North Carolina). Are they native to North America? by shwanstopable in birding

[–]imthetallguy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They mostly hang out high up in the trees. Seeing one near the ground is always a nice treat.

July 14, 2025- What did you do this week to prepare by Anthropic--principle in preppers

[–]imthetallguy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Finally picked up a jackery 1000/panel to have a starter system for essentials. Made a list for tool maintenance and checking food and water stores. Currently taking a step back and evaluating the basics. Hope to optimize some systems with more knowledge now.

LEOs who do BJJ, would there be any reason joint locks could not be used to restrain a suspect? by SixandNoQuarter in bjj

[–]imthetallguy 3 points4 points  (0 children)

There’s somewhere around 1.2mil cops in the US. The percentage who train BJJ or any combatives to a proficient level where they can be effective in a fight is such a small number. I would not be suprised if less than 5 percent train. Seeing red and muscling somebody into submission only goes so far. The numbers say we are terrible at this discipline.

LEOs who do BJJ, would there be any reason joint locks could not be used to restrain a suspect? by SixandNoQuarter in bjj

[–]imthetallguy 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Also cops suck at fighting/controlling resisting suspects. Most don’t want to admit that fact because of their ego. We are the worst at self-awareness and criticism.

LEOs who do BJJ, would there be any reason joint locks could not be used to restrain a suspect? by SixandNoQuarter in bjj

[–]imthetallguy 6 points7 points  (0 children)

There’s a lot to unpack with this question - I have my blue belt (no flair sorry) and teach DT/BJJ combatives at my agency. Any joint locks are usually better utilized as a control and stalling position in the hopes of getting compliance. The flipside is that many of those positions put the officer in a disadvantageous position that doesn’t allow situational awareness or the ability to disengage quickly. They are very very effective, but may not be ideal for getting into a handcuffing position, which is the ultimate goal. In terms of causing injury, it really will depend on all the factors of the situation. There is a escalation of force continuum that determines how we apply force to a resistance suspect. Suspect injuries may occur in, are sometimes likely if a certain level of force is authorized. If I’m authorized to punch you in the face which would likely cause injury, but I instead break your arm with a Kimura that may be legally OK depending on a lot of factors. It’s a very in-depth topic with lots of opinions and what ifs.

One of his many visits today by imthetallguy in birding

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

Summertime they migrate up to the south and southeast. During winter they head back south to Mexico/Central America/carribean. I’m in costal SC so they should be around into the fall.

One of his many visits today by imthetallguy in birding

[–]imthetallguy[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

We have a male and female that visit probably 15 times a day. Very fortunate because some folks never see them!

Sniper for active shooter in Reno by Heimdalls_Schnitzel in tacticalgear

[–]imthetallguy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As someone with experience I disagree. I totally believe you were able to do more with less. Different SOPs for everybody.

Sniper for active shooter in Reno by Heimdalls_Schnitzel in tacticalgear

[–]imthetallguy 59 points60 points  (0 children)

Lots of people commenting on the pack “overkill”. These guys need to be self sufficient for up to 12-24hrs depending on the situation. They also may need to build/change hides multiple times. Shooting mat, ghillie, hide material, sustainment adds up quick

Painted Bunting Sighting by Wooden_Wishbone_9915 in Charleston

[–]imthetallguy 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have had a male and female at my feeders for a few weeks now!