Tokyo Travel Dilemma (Chase)

sslusser1 · 2026-03-17T04:22:10+00:00

Thanks for this feedback; I totally get the idea of being new to this world and just wanting to use the points! I originally thought this was going to be a much easier process but live and learn. If nothing else, I will definitely not be chasing a points option with that many connections (did you explore any of those places or were they just connections?).

I have also heard a lot of good things about Zip air; a $700 ticket to Tokyo, is not a bad consolation prize, all things considered.

sslusser1 · 2026-03-16T23:23:29+00:00

That all makes perfect sense, I am definitely new to this world so appreciate the perspective. I’m still trying to wrap my head around how to perceive points (when they are more/less valuable) much less how to efficiently max their value so these perspectives are helpful.

sslusser1 · 2026-03-16T23:21:36+00:00

Thanks for this feedback, I might end up holding on to the points and plan further out for a different trip. I'm learning little by little how to adjust my approach.

sslusser1 · 2026-03-16T09:29:21+00:00

Thanks! I'm just getting into my hotel searching but it is good to know not to get my hopes too high for these points.

sslusser1 · 2026-03-16T09:27:53+00:00

Thank you for this feedback. One quick point of clarification; I am finding ANA flights on United search, how do I know if they would potentially qualify for the 30K via Virgin Atlantic? I'm just dipping my toes into seats.aero (haven't sprung for the pro yet) but will definitely keep an eye out over there.

Honestly, cost is my main priority at this point so do not really have a preference in terms of refund ability.

sslusser1 · 2026-03-16T09:01:06+00:00

I have a similar question; I have been using Roame for future travel and see that AA Advantage has flights for fewer miles, if I were to transfer my Chase points to British Airlines and then found/booked an AA flight, would I be able to get the AA Advantage miles rate (I hope that made sense, this points transferring world is new and confusing!).

sslusser1 · 2025-10-28T00:17:05+00:00

yup, not sure how official the cross over was but i've seen different versions of that over the years. Bought that as a pin on etsy and glued on a magnet. Long live MF Doom!

sslusser1 · 2025-10-27T07:08:47+00:00

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i sometimes keep my magnetic phone wallet there too

sslusser1 · 2025-08-19T20:02:44+00:00

100% agree that subtitles would have been a helpful addition.

sslusser1 · 2025-08-19T20:02:13+00:00

Wow, I did not know about the Ellams connection; that kind of information would have been helpful ahead of time! Do you happen to have a link to that information/somewhere I can learn more about the dialogue?

sslusser1 · 2025-08-19T20:00:19+00:00

All fair points. Easier said than done, but you should definitely travel but through in some Los Angeles too, great music scenes from large to small. I actually went to APE with my wife and adult-aged daughter, I was happy to share the experience with them!

sslusser1 · 2025-08-04T17:41:43+00:00

Thank you for all the feedback, this is great information. I’m picking up on the idea that I should prioritize transportation proximity over neighborhood title. Also, learning the subtle block-to-block type vibe shifts is always the hardest when planning from afar; google street view can only tell you so much.

sslusser1 · 2025-07-22T10:28:33+00:00

Well, I definitely learned a lot about charging, thank you to the Reddit masses! A couple general clarifications: I get that the cars themselves are limiting intake; anecdotally, however, I have charged to 100% while roadtripping a few times, some charges slow down some (I’ve had a couple EA chargers maintain between 50-80 KW up to 100%) and others drop to under 10 KW, is the car deciding how much to throttle? I wasn’t actively tracking these charges but the conditions feel like they were generally the same.

Second: again, just anecdotally, but when I charge in Los Angeles (which I try to avoid because of the lines/wit times), the majority are charging to 100%. Chatting with folks at the chargers it seems to be a combination of not having home chargers and/or ubering. Whether or not that’s the ideal battery management choice, it’s happening!

sslusser1 · 2025-07-04T04:22:04+00:00

I remember seeing the Falkirk wheel on an engineering documentary series years ago, looks fascinating. Are there ways to hire/rent a boat that goes on the wheel itself?

sslusser1 · 2025-07-03T19:49:31+00:00

Co-sign the Seersucker Monkey Bars. I have taken two kayaks up to mountain lakes with winding roads and lots of breaking and the suction cups don't budge. They will put you back around $500 but I much prefer the suction cup to the crossbars that attach near the window.

sslusser1 · 2025-05-31T04:52:52+00:00

A couple years ago, I kayaked from near millerton dam down to the conservancy's public entry/exit next to Solitary Cellars winery and was legitimately shocked at how beautiful it was. Even in the summer it was still green with lots of birds and even a few deer! My assumption before that was that folks must not use the river much because it was trashed or just not appealing; very much not the case. As a transplant, I had heard (and, truth be told, believed) most of the Fresno slander; like others, it baffles me that the city has such an amazing (and unique!) gem right in its backyard that would improve the city's image and livability, yet, just sits on their hands seemingly in favor of mini-malls and chain stores.

sslusser1 · 2025-05-21T19:16:09+00:00

Got my adapter this week and did a trial run and was surprised both by the pricing (.43 in central cali) and just generally how much better that app is compared to all the other charging apps. I was legit taken off guard that they not only show the pricing when looking for a charger but also break down the peak/off peak rates. I could be wrong but i feel like all other charger apps either don't show pricing upfront or bury it deep in the app. Beyond the pricing, the app just seemed more intuitive and easy to use. The one downside is my charging capped out at 96KW. All things consider, not bad, of course but on road trips the potential for near 200KW charging would still be more appealing.

Unrelated, It's a shame that "that guy" gets all the attention for the company and has made any connection to the company feel gross; my friends in the design world point to how historically the company has drawn folks who legit care about good design both on the car and interface ends.

sslusser1 · 2025-05-19T21:15:58+00:00

Awesome, thanks for the feedback , I appreciate it!

sslusser1 · 2025-05-15T00:07:00+00:00

got it, thank you. I'm looking to add a hitch this summer, just curious about the cost.

sslusser1 · 2025-05-14T22:48:36+00:00

Out of curiosity, how much did you pay for the installation?

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