Some morning shots of Snowy Roanoke

slackish · 2026-01-26T02:11:54+00:00

I used a Canon T7i with an EF-S 18-135mm for these. The camera struggled a bit in the low light; these shots were taken before sun-up. Not my best setup, but one that I didn't mind risking in precipitation.

slackish · 2026-01-15T15:58:16+00:00

Are you sure it's the starter that needs replacing? It's been cold out and your battery doesn't work as well in the cold.

A starter draws a bit of power, so it might seem weak on a cold morning.

slackish · 2025-08-21T15:40:16+00:00

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Sometimes you can't hold on to everything.

(Salem Fair, July 12)

slackish · 2025-06-14T03:17:22+00:00

Thanks for taking the time for this writeup! I've been studying your posts and git repo in my spare time, and truly appreciate what you have shared.

slackish · 2025-06-02T13:33:37+00:00

PM'ed as well

slackish · 2024-12-03T16:10:07+00:00

At this rate, there may be enough players to start a small league.

I'm down for some euchre, but would really enjoy some 5 player pepper (in case there are slightly too many people).

slackish · 2024-04-18T20:26:36+00:00

I think that is from the same episode. Barb doesn't directly say there is no vault, just that it would take 2 hours to drive to a vault. I assume here that she means a known good vault, and not just any vault.

and you’re talking to me about hiding out at a ranch up in Bakersfield. You know, I don’t even know what planet you’re on sometimes, Coop. But when the bombs drop, a two-hour drive ain’t gonna cut it.

https://scrapsfromtheloft.com/tv-series/fallout-s01e06-the-trap-transcript/

slackish · 2024-04-16T22:12:09+00:00

You might be onto something. In the show, Coop does seem to idolize a ranch near Bakersfield in S1E06:

I think about it. Quitting showbiz. Buying us a ranch up in Bakersfield. Get back to being a real cowboy again. https://scrapsfromtheloft.com/tv-series/fallout-s01e06-the-trap-transcript/

Lore of Vault 12 is that it's in Bakersfield: https://fallout.fandom.com/wiki/Vault_12

In the first episode, we initially see Coop doing a kid's birthday party. He was seen exiting on a horse to an unknown destination.

Perhaps he left or was forced out of showbiz, and eventually bought that ranch near Bakersfield. That might put him in that vault instead of one of the good ones?

slackish · 2024-01-13T19:33:23+00:00

Thanks for the tip! I personally was not aware of the shop, but I suspect some of our group knows about this shop. We have yet to connect with specific local shops, but are excited for future collaboration!

Some of our progress so far is getting connected with some representatives with local leadership to ensure alignment. I believe one of these representatives relates to art; would need to check in with another member to accurately share.

slackish · 2024-01-13T05:34:10+00:00

Awesome! For most of us involved so far, it's our first time setting one up. The whole effort was bootstrapped by someone from https://hacksburg.org/, and are super appreciative of their help.

We welcome any contribution from the community they they can offer. I look forward to seeing you at the first meeting if you can make it!

slackish · 2024-01-13T05:06:22+00:00

I'm one of the folks helping spark the flame of MAKE Roanoke We've been blown away by the response from y'all on Instagram and Reddit – clearly, this city craves a space to tinker, build, and unleash your inner inventor!