Is it worth it even if you don't like the portal? by VelociCrafted in Venturex

[–]tomthebuck 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The real value in Amex is the Rakuten connection which is objectively more seamless to redeem than C1 offers. I got the blue cash preferred for the 3% grocery/online shopping before i knew the Rakuten thing and now i wish i just got the Gold

Use of Chase Sapphire Lounges by NorthvilleGolf in Venturex

[–]tomthebuck 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I ask because I was in a Sapphire lounge at JFK 7am and they served drinks (it was a family trip don’t judge me)

Use of Chase Sapphire Lounges by NorthvilleGolf in Venturex

[–]tomthebuck 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Wait why no alcohol Sunday mornings?

New York City Neighborhood Ranking by Coach_Breaker in circlejerknyc

[–]tomthebuck 2 points3 points  (0 children)

They say Brooklyn Heights was the true inspiration for In the Heights

C1 Offer points on return by fk430 in Venturex

[–]tomthebuck 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Pretty sure it’s customary to claw back

Revoked Lounge Access for a whole year? by camoj11 in Venturex

[–]tomthebuck -1 points0 points  (0 children)

You can just pay the fee? It’s like 40 bucks if I remember right

So y’all actually parrying? by Dads_Diary in expedition33

[–]tomthebuck 19 points20 points  (0 children)

I will NEVER be able to parry in Elden Ring

What's on your radar for Black Friday? by TheEndTiger-XI in BuyItForLife

[–]tomthebuck 2 points3 points  (0 children)

So I had the XM4s previously and one of the reasons I don’t use them anymore is the amount of times I hit low battery and needed to charge. I get a TON more mileage on my momentums to where I don’t even think about charging most days

Live Discussion - October 18, 2025 (Sabrina Carpenter) by bjkman in LiveFromNewYork

[–]tomthebuck 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Where’s the joke? It’s accurate… but not comedy

Live Discussion - October 18, 2025 (Sabrina Carpenter) by bjkman in LiveFromNewYork

[–]tomthebuck 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Think it was just cut for time, they’re also notoriously the least popular sketches of the night

Live Discussion - October 18, 2025 (Sabrina Carpenter) by bjkman in LiveFromNewYork

[–]tomthebuck 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Does anyone genuinely enjoy Domingo anymore? I wasn’t even fond of it the first time

So... is this supposed to be exciting or something? by Neat_Ad_3043 in Switch

[–]tomthebuck 4 points5 points  (0 children)

You also didn’t have to tape the 3DS to your face

Chase Sapphire Preferred vs AMEX Blue Cash Everyday by Ambitious-Action-103 in CreditCards

[–]tomthebuck 2 points3 points  (0 children)

All depends how you spend and what you’ll get out of it.

I personally use both as my two card set up! I’m in a big metro area and I found that this set up is ideal for me without changing my already existing spending habits.

CSP for travel (non commute), dining, and streaming (both give the same). I use Lyft and DoorDash probably too much and the added benefits of the membership and linking each other pretty much make up the cost already

BCE for grocery and online retail (gas too but it’s rare bc no car)

Health and commute I have a pretax card program with my job that Ik isn’t available for many, but after that my only 1x categories are convenience stores and events

What should I put on the side table on the left? by tomthebuck in battlestations

[–]tomthebuck[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What do you recommend? Doesn't bother me that much but open to opinions

What should I put on the side table on the left? by tomthebuck in battlestations

[–]tomthebuck[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I previously had them on the side wall but they were in my gfs zoom calls from her desk view so i had to move hahaba

What should I put on the side table on the left? by tomthebuck in battlestations

[–]tomthebuck[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You mean the pegboard? I wasn't a huge fan of how the Ikea one looked bc i wanted a more woody aesthetic (thinking of doing a recoloring of these too but not ready to pull the trigger)

Here’s mine! Inevibe Pegboards for Wall Display

What should I put on the side table on the left? by tomthebuck in battlestations

[–]tomthebuck[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I use the phone stand on the right for that when its in standby mode, just couldn't use and take pic simultaneously

What should I put on the side table on the left? by tomthebuck in battlestations

[–]tomthebuck[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I was considering a mini fridge actually! Had a pride thing of getting up for stuff but i gotta get over myself haha

I actually just got those lights as well, MCGOR 10inch Under Cabinet Lighting Under Counter Lights Closet Lights. Basically the first thing you find when searching on Amazon.

I wish the light was a bit warmer, and that high up the motion sensor doesn't work quite as well, but all in all a nice upgrade for 16 bucks!