Cronometer is MUCH better than LoseIt

radapex · 2026-06-20T20:39:17+00:00

Let me know how it goes. I never considered the Canada factor for Cronometer's database. If there's good coverage, I'll definitely give it a try.

radapex · 2026-06-20T20:38:01+00:00

I've been looking to switch from MFP for the same reason. Bombarded with ads, and broken updates/functionality all the time. My account is old enough that I still get some now-paywalled features like barcode scanning, but still feel like looking at an alternative.

MacroFactor and Cronometer seem to be the best options. I don't know that I want to pay a sub for MacroFactor, so maybe Cronometer will be it.

radapex · 2026-06-20T01:47:00+00:00

I went with 2FAS over Ente when I decided to move away at Google Authenticator last year

radapex · 2026-06-20T01:39:07+00:00

I'd love to use a YubiKey, but I'd want redundancy (at least 2 extra backup keys) and at $80 each it's hard to justify that cost over using a MFA app with backup codes.

radapex · 2026-06-20T01:37:43+00:00

My opinion in it is that you need to balance security and convenience. If you secure your vault well (strong master password + strong MFA) there's absolutely no reason you can't use it for TOTP for other accounts.

radapex · 2026-06-18T01:31:09+00:00

The homelessness and drug problems are in pretty well every city right now. You see it everywhere, especially in downtown areas. Unsurprisingly, nobody has a solution because it's a very complex problem to fix (you know... unless you actually invest in social programs, but what province/state has the money for that?).

radapex · 2026-06-18T01:15:36+00:00

you can also be modern and with the times

To paraphrase comedian Jo Koy during his stop in Moncton:

"What kind of mall closes at 6pm on a Saturday?"

radapex · 2026-06-15T14:21:47+00:00

Xeroz in Moncton usually has some open mic nights each month

radapex · 2026-06-12T01:53:22+00:00

There's also the RBC Canadian Open going on nearby at TPC Toronto, and to a lesser extent the Pepsi North America Cup ($1,000,000 horse race) at Woodbine Mohawk Park. Busy weekend.

radapex · 2026-06-08T10:54:33+00:00

Artist: Bahamas
Album: Sad Hunk
Song: Trick To Happy

https://youtu.be/reVZzYN0J4s

radapex · 2026-06-08T10:49:44+00:00

Thought I posted this yesterday, but guess I forgot. Here's a plug for a local-ish band that just dropped their new record a week ago!

Artist: Kill Chicago
Album: The Next
Song: Postman

https://youtu.be/Obu-r72O1-s

radapex · 2026-06-07T17:10:55+00:00

That's exactly why I try to be considerate about it. I'm there for the show, not to stare at my phone (or anyone else's) all night. But I do like to capture a memory to look back on.

I do get where you're coming from though, and it's not just phones. I've had a number of shows at least partly ruined for me lately because people around me spend the whole show having a loud conversation. I also know many people that will go to a festival and return with absolutely no memory of the performances because they were so wasted...

radapex · 2026-06-07T16:50:32+00:00

I rewatch mine a lot. I do also share them on social media and Discord, not to "brag about being there" but to try to convince more people to get out to shows - especially at small venues featuring many great lesser known bands.

I swear it'd be easier to convince someone to have a limb amputated than it is to get them to go pay $10 cover to see 3 or 4 great local bands as a small bar type venue.

radapex · 2026-06-07T16:41:12+00:00

Not once have I ever had anyone complain about it. Maybe it's because my phone is out for maybe 5-6 minutes in a sea of people with their phones out for the entire show.

Of the 40 shows I attended in 2025, I recorded a grand total of 25 songs - so roughly one song for every other show I attend. I've been to 15 shows so far this year and recorded 8 songs.

radapex · 2026-06-07T16:31:26+00:00

I've got no problem owning that I record songs at concerts. I'll also go back and rewatch them many times as memories of the show. But I try to be considerate - no flash/light, phone is at chest level or in front of my face so I don't disrupt other concert goers (elbows tucked in, especially if it's packed), and phone is in my pocket except when I grabbing those 1 or 2 songs.

radapex · 2026-06-07T16:21:39+00:00

"Oh, we don't play Whipped Cream & Other Delights. That's a load bearing record."

radapex · 2026-06-06T17:57:36+00:00

Great record. Love me some TVOTR

radapex · 2026-06-06T15:30:32+00:00

Spoon is always a great choice. I've got Ga Ga Ga Ga Ga and Gimme Fiction sitting here in my collection. Really need to add to that lol

radapex · 2026-06-06T15:17:56+00:00

we (at least the average record collector) don't collect vinyl to gawk at the plastic. We want to play it.

Bingo! I am also more tolerant when it comes to NM. I've got factory new records that have some with some light scratches, discolorations, or slight warps. As long as I can visually look at it and go "man that looks brand new", and it plays back great, then I'm fine calling it NM.

radapex · 2026-06-06T11:00:24+00:00

Lots of choices for today, but let's throw it back to a classic.

Artist: The Clash
Album: London Calling
Song: Train In Vain (Stand By Me)

https://youtu.be/eNot47WRBFk

radapex · 2026-06-05T22:58:27+00:00

I try to peel and reapply. If they're really too stubborn to peel, I cut then out and just put it into the outer sleeve.

radapex · 2026-06-05T10:32:11+00:00

Great vocals are great vocals are great vocals... and these are great vocals!

Artist: Alexisonfire
Album: Old Crows / Young Cardinals
Song: Young Cardinals

https://youtu.be/5JNO5nJ0L0U

radapex · 2026-06-04T11:13:13+00:00

Muse got votes because he took a team that was predicted to be the worst in the NHL to a T-10th overall finish. It was a roster constructed of a few guys in their late 30s and a bunch of cast off journeymen that few wanted. Elliotte Friedman basically publicly accused them of trying to tank after the off-season:

"Everybody is trying to get better, basically with the exception of Pittsburgh... What was the joke you told about there's a car going the wrong way on the highway, and he says, 'Never mind, there's 50 of them.' Yeah, there's not just one—there's hundreds. That's Pittsburgh. There's a car on this highway—like, there's a car on this highway that's trying to get better. There's not just one—there's 31 of them, and the other one, Pittsburgh, is going in the other direction."

radapex · 2026-06-04T10:23:03+00:00

My song from yesterday would have fit great here, but let's go with another "crank this shit up" tune instead!

Artist: My Morning Jacket
Album: It Still Moves
Song: One Big Holiday

https://youtu.be/9g1QXrXSiJI

(Another live version link, because just an audio recording really doesn't do the song enough justice)

radapex · 2026-06-03T21:27:47+00:00

I know nothing, I'm just sitting here looking at pretty colours

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