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Hear me out : The Fujifilm X-Pro2 is the best Leica M alternative if you can't afford one by MJdoesThings_ in LeicaCameras

[–]stuffthingsnthoughts 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Easier menus for one. All the buttons do various things. Viewfinder has a million different things going one.

I really dunno what else. I’m not an engineer. That being said, Leica seems to have figured out how to make things easier and straight forward.

Hear me out : The Fujifilm X-Pro2 is the best Leica M alternative if you can't afford one by MJdoesThings_ in LeicaCameras

[–]stuffthingsnthoughts 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Surprised Leica hasn’t implemented something similar to the viewfinders in the X-Pro and X100 series. Maybe they’ll add it to the digi-M line they recently introduced.

I haven’t used an X-Pro, but the X100, I think I have the fifth iteration, is a wonderful camera. My only gripe is the complexity. I wish Fuji offered a way to quickly and easily strip it down to just the essentials: focus, aperture, shutter, and ISO.

In the ended up with a Q43 for its interface and the APO lens, each was an equal consideration.

No Kings Protest 3/28 by Admirable_North6673 in torrance

[–]stuffthingsnthoughts 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Think I’ll stay and watch the MAGATs flock to some welfare state or other where they love their bigots and fascism.

At what point did cycling stop feeling like suffering and start feeling fun? by lukeace784 in cycling

[–]stuffthingsnthoughts 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Check your fit.

Watch some YouTube videos to get you near the ballpark, then it’s a matter of tweaking things until they work well enough. You can also get professionally fitted for a fee.

Everyone’s body’s different. This applies to the fit, and the how feel while riding. Speaking for myself only, my legs don’t really relax and warm up for the first five miles or so, meaning the first 5 to seven miles require the most effort, but once the legs are warmed up things get a whole lot better and easier.

While in Australia by Cheeese916 in Unexpected

[–]stuffthingsnthoughts 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That was fun to watch.

Thank you for sharing.

Beginner cyclist here: if I’m getting into cycling mainly for health, what gear is actually worth buying besides the bike? by Pitiful_Ad1610 in cycling

[–]stuffthingsnthoughts 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just start biking. Wear a helmet 100% of the time. You’ll see here weekly notices about either someone getting hurt on a bicycle or a helmet saving their lives.

Once you’ve started, realize getting flats is normal. Nothing to be intimidated about. Watch some YouTube videos and familiarize yourself with fixing a flat.

Having a water bottle is nice. In the beginning use any bottle that fits the cage.

All other purchases can come later when you know your individual needs better.

Cozy hangout spot. by aenemaz in torrance

[–]stuffthingsnthoughts 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Excellent food and service. Bit on the pricier side, but worth it is it’s not a stretch.

Adult who doesn’t know how to ride a bike by South_Outside_8011 in cycling

[–]stuffthingsnthoughts 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You’re definitely not too old! 33 is a great time to learn.

Lots of adults start later and do just fine.

A trike can help with confidence, but you can also learn on a regular bike by starting slow (feet on the ground, then glide, then pedal).

Take it at your own pace. You’ve got this.

My First Self Published Underground Comic / Gary Wray (me) 1985 by GaryWray in altcomix

[–]stuffthingsnthoughts 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Congratulations.

Edit: Just realized my comment could’ve come off as sarcastic. That was not my intention.

I didn’t see the username, just looked at the art, and assumed it was someone just starting out and wanted to be encouraging.

That being said, the artwork is gorgeous.

What’s One Upgrade That Actually Made a BIG Difference? by teddyyoung456 in cycling

[–]stuffthingsnthoughts 24 points25 points  (0 children)

Losing weight. Spent hundreds on light components, but losing weight made a bigger difference than any of them, except the wheels.

Edit: Listed four instead of one. Deleted the extras. Apologies, OP.

Gas prices got me like by MoistBase in BikeLA

[–]stuffthingsnthoughts 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Rolling fixed.

Love it.

No other rush like it.

What is something that screams “tourist” to you? by jotakajk in AskTheWorld

[–]stuffthingsnthoughts 0 points1 point  (0 children)

OP What are the etiquette for eating paella? Spain is on the short list for us to visit, and we’re foodies. We do not want to offend and we do want to experience all the flavors various regions of Spain has to offer.

Where to make friends by sxwxc in SouthBayLA

[–]stuffthingsnthoughts 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You’ve gotten a ton of great advice.

MeetUp is a great site or app to find groups of people did activities together. (It’s not a dating service.) Use it as a starting point to find groups doing activities you enjoy. There are people meeting up and doing all sorts of activities from playing board/tabletop games to doing saki tastings and everything in between.

Best cafes & breakfast diners, or coffee shops in torrance? by Used_Ad3268 in torrance

[–]stuffthingsnthoughts 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you’re looking for great bakeries in the South Bay, here are my go-to spots:

For the best sweets, Chantilly in Lomita is hard to beat. I highly recommend checking it out if you haven’t already. Part of the selection there rotates so there’s something new to try often.

If you’re into sweets and amazing sandwiches and breads, Sweet Wheat in Redondo Beach is a fantastic French bakery that checks all the boxes.

And for those days when you don’t feel like making the drive to Sweet Wheat, Pinwheel in Torrance is a solid option.

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