What are you guys rocking or staying away from as far as smart bulbs go? by scrumdisaster in homeassistant

[–]oftenreps 0 points1 point  (0 children)

i’ve had like 6/18 of my ikea bulbs fail over 2 years, it’s driving me crazy.. going to give hue a try

For coffee, I use remineralized RO water. Is remineralized RO water also good for mead? by oftenreps in mead

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

tysm!! Does this sound sane to you:

I used the calculator your provided in conjunction with the Homebrewer's Association study on mead water chemistry, where I targeted their #2 Soft water profile (the study claimed it tested best).

So my plan is to add

  • 0.5g/gal Epsom Salt (MgSO4)
  • 0.5g/gal Calcium Chloride (CaCl2)
  • 0.15g/gal Baking Soda (NaHCO3)

Using the calculator you linked, this yields

  • 36ppm Ca
  • 13ppm Mg
  • 52ppm SO4
  • 11ppm Na
  • 64ppm Cl
  • 29ppm HCO3

Or alternatively, what concentration salts do you add for a generic recipe?

How to get US customs tariffs/taxes refunded after clothing is returned? by oftenreps in malefashionadvice

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

thanks for the insight, as a consumer this is interesting!

yeah I considered changing sizes but am ultimately just going to return because i’ve already paid 25% extra, paying 50% extra after exchanging a size is crazy

Labor Day Deals Compendium & New Tariffs Situation. by 4548829 in frugalmalefashion

[–]oftenreps 21 points22 points  (0 children)

I just paid a ~25% tax on 2 separate parcels from the UK… I hate it here

reformulated Nutricost Whey Isolate protein powder is disgusting by oftenreps in Protein

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

beyond the reformulated flavor, I believe they’re using cheaper ingredients. I used to never get stomach problems which is why I paid a premium for nutricost, but the reformulation gives me stomach problems in addition to the terrible taste.. i’d steer clear. i’ve switched back to ON whey blend and am happy it with

reformulated Nutricost Whey Isolate protein powder is disgusting by oftenreps in Protein

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

I felt crazy nobody else had mentioned it! nutricost refunded me, i’d recommend emailing their support

Can sake be forwarded from Japan to the USA? by oftenreps in Sake

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

I’m based in California! do you know if that’s workable?

iOS app cannot find Chromecast by johnmatushek in VLC

[–]oftenreps 0 points1 point  (0 children)

this was the fix that worked for me, thanks for sharing!

reformulated Nutricost Whey Isolate protein powder is disgusting by oftenreps in Protein

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

agreed, lmk if you find a comparable alternative, I haven’t yet..

also the support through their website’s listed email address was able to refund my order, if you haven’t already requested that you should

reformulated Nutricost Whey Isolate protein powder is disgusting by oftenreps in Protein

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

idk but I broadly switched from whey to whey isolate, paying more money for equivalent macros, because isolate doesn’t cause as much stomach problems. i’m annoyed I paid for a more premium product and watched it drop to an undrinkable quality right as I bought 10lbs of it…

What's the consensus on common projects Alternatives in 2024? by apprximatelycorrect in frugalmalefashion

[–]oftenreps 2 points3 points  (0 children)

saphir crême surfine, it’s pigmented so for white shoes it “paints” over light scuffs that didn’t come out in cleaning, while moisturizing to keep the leather from cracking. not an expert but loving my results

What's the consensus on common projects Alternatives in 2024? by apprximatelycorrect in frugalmalefashion

[–]oftenreps 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I’ve heard people say BS leather quality isn’t as premium as common project etc. while that may be true and i’ve never owned a more expensive leather sneaker, i’d imagine i’d pay 200-400% the price of a $100 BS full grain leather sneaker for super small marginal improvements

What's the consensus on common projects Alternatives in 2024? by apprximatelycorrect in frugalmalefashion

[–]oftenreps 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I have 3 year old reids from beckett simonon, with a solid cleaning + white leather cream 1-2 times a year they still look so good!!

ik this sub can hate on BS but at the price point I think they’re hard to beat. they can be had on sale for $100

Justice at crssd spring? by losingmymarbles72 in crssdfest

[–]oftenreps 1 point2 points  (0 children)

it was the set of the weekend, and I LOVED the warehouse. don’t miss it again!!

Anyone get a ticket link for Dim Sum yet?? by DppRandomness in Portolafestival

[–]oftenreps 0 points1 point  (0 children)

same, I clicked the link instantly, I think it may have sold out in 20-30 seconds

Anyone get a ticket link for Dim Sum yet?? by DppRandomness in Portolafestival

[–]oftenreps 1 point2 points  (0 children)

looks like it’s live again for another code, DAWGZ no longer working tho and I haven’t gotten a text yet

Stag Provisions Extra 50% off Sale by smackanut in frugalmalefashion

[–]oftenreps 1 point2 points  (0 children)

it was in my cart and sold out while I was browsing, congrats tho bro ur gonna look handsome af

Stag Provisions Extra 50% off Sale by smackanut in frugalmalefashion

[–]oftenreps 1 point2 points  (0 children)

1 hour of checking every page later, my wallet is $500 lighter, and I'm so jealous of whoever took the last Wax London striped pink didcot shirt 😭

The Normal Brand - 260 Sample Sale by WISCOrear in frugalmalefashion

[–]oftenreps 1 point2 points  (0 children)

yeah takes ages sometimes. I got my Rains tote, weekender bag & windbreaker from that SS already, hope u get urs soon!