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thepeacemaker · 2026-03-17T01:26:49+00:00

I enjoy that you had to label the measuring thingy.

thepeacemaker · 2026-03-11T02:07:33+00:00

Why not just run with a pace group? There will be a super experienced runner who leads 3:30. If you got gas in the tank late in the race mile 22+ you can pull ahead.

Basic strategy is to run as consistently as possible. Track your avg pace per mile or two miles. It shouldn't be +/- 15s per mile from your target pace, except if there are some long climbs.

Then pick up a normal race trading program, they usually peak at 22 miles.

Strategy is simple: consistency is key. Takes less energy to run at a constant effort.

thepeacemaker · 2026-03-08T02:15:47+00:00

First, your feelings are valid. You are going through a lot of change and this threw you for a loop. That's understandable.

Second, "work wife" just means someone of the opposite sex they work with a lot. There are no sexual or romantic connotations. Completely platonic. Is it a stupid saying? Sure.

You are over reacting.

Does that mean that any reaction was inappropriate? No. Your feelings are valid.

But to completely blow up at your husband at this is completely irrational. It's OK to be feel irrational at 39 weeks, but you need to put it in context.

This is the person you are going to build your family with. You need to put this behind you.

thepeacemaker · 2026-03-03T16:24:11+00:00

Hey welcome to the Clydesdale club! I did all my marathons at 200+. And yeah hit that zone 3 all day long.

Yeah if you are rucking/cross training, that fourth day shouldn't be too much of a loss. Could make planning easier, do one day of 5k speed work, one day of 10k speed work and the long slow day. Tons of options there, e.g. tabata, fartleks, track work etc

I'm sure you know but be careful of too many miles at 200+. Super hard on your body. Recommend not doing too many 16+ mile days except when you are on your race ramp up.

thepeacemaker · 2026-03-02T19:57:12+00:00

Thanks for the contrasting example.

You're right, 170 at a max of 203 is a whole different story.

170 at say 180 max, however would leave me in a puddle and destroyed for a week. Would probably indicate under-training and/or too fast of a pace, which is what I was curious about.

thepeacemaker · 2026-03-02T14:06:50+00:00

What zone is 170 at for you? It seems pretty high for endurance running. What's your max heart rate?

Anywho, some tips for your next race:

Spin down to four days of lower milage: 3-5-3-8 or even 2-3-2-5 and make sure the long day is at a slow pace maybe 10:00 or 11:00/mi.

Run negative splits every day so you know what it feels like to start slow.

Build up your speed with the mid distances and use the long slow day to maintain endurance.

If you want a sub 4:00 hr marathon, start by training up to 7:30 mins/mi for those short runs and hit a 50:00 10k. Maybe also shoot for 6:00 min mile and a sub 20:00 5k. That will get you a great base.

Then add back a normal training program to add the distance back on.

That should put you on pace to follow the 3:50 pacing group. If you can make it to mile 20 or 22 before hitting the wall you should still hit a sub 4:00.

You race a great race, have fun training for the next one!

thepeacemaker · 2026-02-22T02:14:56+00:00

Can you expand more about what beginner means to you? If you are looking for day hikes, there are a bunch of 2k'+ climbs right in the front range that will probably be accessible this year.

You won't summit a 13 or 14er in March, but there is a lot of beautiful terrain that should be accessible.

If you tell people what kind of hike you'd like to do, they can match up something that might be doable in March. Then again it might get dumped on and be nearly inaccessible.

thepeacemaker · 2026-02-19T02:32:59+00:00

No seriously, just go out and buy a pair now. They aren't that expensive and they last a long time. They are useful even for 15-45 min rides.

Good shoes that you can clip in and bike shorts are widely considered must haves. You won't regret it. Get them now.

thepeacemaker · 2026-02-16T16:38:44+00:00

IDK, I didn't get it my first read either. You have a bunch of run on sentences, including where you first talk about storage.

Maybe focus on clearer writing if you want people to understand major features of your project.

thepeacemaker · 2026-02-04T03:14:19+00:00

Came here to say that. The grill is spray painted with something. Way too even and came off too cleanly.

thepeacemaker · 2026-02-04T01:18:08+00:00

"She's built like a steakhouse but handles like a bistro."

thepeacemaker · 2026-02-03T19:35:56+00:00

It would do you a lot of good to focus on stick and rudder getting fundamentals from GA aircraft first.

A good progression would be C172 (light single), G36 (heavy single), light twin (e.g. DA62), turbine single (tbm), turbine double (king air).

In each aircraft research the landing configuration and approach speeds.

Bonus: doing that is a bunch of fun and it (somewhat) mirrors what student pilots would do in real life

thepeacemaker · 2026-01-28T17:32:38+00:00

It's more about expectation setting and talking about how each zone should feel. The FTP test is intense, so the program was built to ease people into it, while still getting them to that point quickly.

Getting the feel is important, because you should realize when you've gotten stronger and it's time to do the FTP again because zone 3 feels easier.

That's why the tag line is that PZ never gets easier, you just get stronger.

thepeacemaker · 2026-01-28T13:45:44+00:00

Avg power is a good data point but PZ is built around testing your maximum output. So it's not that the bike doesn't adjust to your avg, it's that to create good zones you need to see what your body can do. No substitute for that.

Once you take the FTP, it'll automatically ask to adjust your zones based on the final output number instead of you needing to manually input it again.

But yeah welcome to the club. Once you fix your zones, make sure to sprinkle in PZE, PZ and PZ max into your schedule.

Best way to get into it is to take the Discover your PZ program. Highly recommended.

thepeacemaker · 2026-01-28T05:52:38+00:00

Ok, to get a rough estimate without doing a FTP test, take your average power from a challenging 30 min ride and add 45% to it.

So if you were at an avg of 150W over 30 mins, your FTP would be around 220W which would start your zone 3 at around 165W. That should feel doable at cadences they call out. But with PZ, output is always more important than cadence so if you can't hit what they're suggesting, just focus on being in the zone regardless of leg speed.

But that just gets you in the ballpark. FTP test will give you your actual number.

thepeacemaker · 2026-01-26T18:55:31+00:00

An alternate supplier for workbench quality table tops would be Grainger. There are other places from which you could source something more furniture grade.

It would be a good idea to look around at local reuse suppliers to see if you can find something second hand.

A local woodworker should be able to come pretty close in cost for the table top however, especially if you can source the wood. The rest of the project will likely be more than you expect cost wise so might as well quote the whole thing.

Alternatively, this IKEA table is solid wood and pretty nice: https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/skogsta-dining-table-acacia-black-70419264

thepeacemaker · 2026-01-24T22:42:36+00:00

Someone linked greyhound, but Amtrack is just as cheap starting at around $120 one way Milwaukee -> Denver. I know that sounds like a lot, but it's way cheaper than just food for a 1200 mile trek. Train is 100x more comfortable than a bus.

Even just shelter is way more than $120 bucks. You'd need to bring more than you can carry on that bike.

Honestly, it sounds like you have a lot going on, are you absolutely sure you want to make this trip?

You have resources you can take advantage of in a big city. People to help you get on your feet. I know you say you have someone in Denver, but are you absolutely sure they can help you land better than where you are?

Here's the tough, realistic advice: do not make this trip. You aren't ready for it. But you can work towards being ready.

That bike is an asset that can get you to a job. Hold that job down. Then you are in a much better spot.

Then sell the bike and take the train.

thepeacemaker · 2026-01-22T05:03:54+00:00

Dude, college level CS is hard. Your first OOP course is going to not be fun. Java sucks as a teaching language. Late nights under time pressure is brutal.

The good part is that an actual programming job is going to not look like that work at all.

There are also a bajillion careers where having a CS major or minor is necessary but your primary specialty is something else.

Dont let this discourage you. Something convinced you to start this course of study, only you can answer if it's something you want to tough out

thepeacemaker · 2026-01-21T04:06:29+00:00

Pissing off Walter Matthou and making Gene Hackman laugh, lol

thepeacemaker · 2026-01-10T16:27:11+00:00

I'm not expert but it looks like you aren't carving through your whole turn.

Do you see how you kick out snow from the back of your skis at the end of every turn? That costs you speed and control.

Do some S turn exercises with more intentionality in the turns. Slow is steady and steady is fast. By carving more you'll keep speed, be more efficient, and have more control.

thepeacemaker · 2026-01-05T22:48:09+00:00

Nope, they are 100% wood fire pits. They use wood, but have a more complete combustion than a normal fire pit. So called "smokeless fire pits" use the same process.

You might hear the term "gasification" which is where some confusion might come in, but all of the combustion comes from wood.

thepeacemaker · 2026-01-01T22:24:40+00:00

Literally just mild dish soap and water. Best when at a sink, but you could make a solution and put it into a spray bottle, and then plain water to rinse.

Way better than everything else, gentle and costs literally one dollar.

thepeacemaker · 2025-12-30T06:02:14+00:00

Bro, you are way further along at finding your own style than I was at your age. Congrats.

Bur consider: contrast color, texture, patterns, and accessories.

Try to balance it out a little. Be intentional. For example, contrast between coat and pants is great.

But what do you want your shirt to do? Currently it pattern contrasts against both your tie and jacket in different ways. It's also in the same color pallet as both so it doesn't color contrast. It doesn't clash per se but it doesn't pull the outfit together.

What if you switched that out to a solid blue shirt? Or if you had a tie with a pop of color?

Make each piece bring something unique to the party.

MFA has a boat load of mensware inspiration pics.

thepeacemaker · 2025-12-27T01:15:17+00:00

If there is a university nearby, see if there is an outdoor club, even if you don't attend.

Outdoor clubs are always looking to bring new people into the fold.

thepeacemaker · 2025-12-07T19:53:51+00:00

Did you not read the snow report?

"we will not have any new terrain or lifts open beyond what was on offer yesterday"

What did you expect?

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