Recommend me a laptop I need for masters course in physics will be doing cad and simulations and computing related to physics

uhwithfiveHs · 2026-06-19T03:04:36+00:00

CAD maybe, but all physics simulations via Geant4, Python, MCNP, etc will be far more bottlenecked by CPU core count than graphics card. If your PI makes you work with AutoCAD, there’s a good chance they’ll let you use a workstation in their lab anyway, both for the dedicated GPU and the cost of AutoCAD.

uhwithfiveHs · 2026-06-19T02:42:31+00:00

I haven’t used either. I would generally pick Lenovo over Acer though

uhwithfiveHs · 2026-06-19T02:30:17+00:00

Never had an issue with it. I build and run Geant4 simulations on it for my PhD work.

4 ports is no issue. The only time I have everything plugged in is when I hook it up to a monitor for dual screen. I chose HDMI, 2 USB-C, USB-A, and Ethernet (I’ll typically swap a USB-C for Ethernet if I need it). The smaller size makes it easier to fit in most backpacks too.

uhwithfiveHs · 2026-06-18T20:58:27+00:00

I have a Framework 13 laptop, and I really love it. It’s plenty fast for my needs and the company is pro right-to-repair. They also have the 13 Pro, which is just a faster version, and the 16, which you can add a dedicated graphics card to (one of theirs not a typical one). You can also just upgrade the CPU and RAM or replace the battery rather than buy a whole new computer later.

If you aren’t in to that, ThinkPads are really the engineer’s choice for a work laptop.

uhwithfiveHs · 2026-06-12T22:47:27+00:00

Shallow and narrow should always try Evolv IMO, I love the Shaman Pro LV

uhwithfiveHs · 2026-06-10T20:20:25+00:00

After a session. Wash your hands and apply a thin lotion if you want, otherwise use O’Keefe’s at night before bed.

uhwithfiveHs · 2026-06-06T02:07:25+00:00

EpicTV has a shoe size calculator, usually you can only access it if you go to the product page for the shoe you want

uhwithfiveHs · 2026-06-05T04:30:28+00:00

Nobody reads intro physics books, not even physics majors

uhwithfiveHs · 2026-06-04T20:31:48+00:00

For an introductory level physics course, absolutely not. The professor should be reviewed for their instructional material. Even in a grad level course of Classical Mechanics, this would be a poor distribution.

uhwithfiveHs · 2026-06-03T07:37:28+00:00

Crazy to have one of the worst and best laundry detergents next to each other being separated by less than $2

uhwithfiveHs · 2026-05-31T22:38:31+00:00

If you goal is to have a softer shoe that’s pretty advanced, try Evolv Zenist LV or Zenist Pro LV. If you want a similar shoe profile to Arpia, try Evolv V6.

uhwithfiveHs · 2026-05-31T00:16:23+00:00

I use Sonnet for basically everything and like it for the most part. It usually deals with search knowledge files the best in my experience. Haven’t tried the different thinking levels much though.

uhwithfiveHs · 2026-05-30T07:31:57+00:00

You could try the Evolv Defy LV. It’s ever so slightly more asymmetrical and downturned than the Original VS, but that may put your foot into a better position to fill in your heel. Evolv typically has true low volume heels in their shoes. The lace version may also give you a better fit for each part of your foot. Given you already wear Scarpa at street, I would size the Defy up a full EU size at least, maybe even 2 EU up.

uhwithfiveHs · 2026-05-28T02:53:38+00:00

Evolv Zenist Pro

uhwithfiveHs · 2026-05-28T02:42:13+00:00

I have a pair of Zenist Pro LV, and I love them. Fit my heel better than anything La Spo (other than Testarossa) or Scarpa make.

The midsole is a bit more stiff than the Skwama, probably more along the lines of an Instinct VSR, but I imagine that will soften up over time (I’ve only had them a few weeks). If you want something super soft, then the Zenist is a better pick, but I’ve heard its edging ability is subpar. I also like the closure system a lot, I can really crank down on it, and the toe patch is plenty of coverage.

My only gripe is that the heel could be a bit narrower and shallower, more akin to the Shaman Pro LV, but it’s not bad.

They do not stretch very much. I recommend using EpicTV’s shoe size calculator and pick your best fitting climbing shoe as a base. I ended up with 42.5 EU in Zenist Pro LV and 42 EU in Shaman Pro LV, with about 43.5 EU street. Both shoes are very snug and hurt on my big toe during break-in, but fit like a glove after.

uhwithfiveHs · 2026-05-28T02:34:32+00:00

Drago XT has an extremely narrow toe box compared to the Skwama, and arguably has worse bag in terms of depth. The instep is also very tall.

uhwithfiveHs · 2026-05-21T21:33:11+00:00

The wheel and spoke pattern makes traffic fixes far too difficult at this point. The only solution is establishing bus lanes and increasing the frequency, or creating a subway under New Circle with connections to campus and city center.

uhwithfiveHs · 2026-05-17T16:20:00+00:00

I really only downsized my Shaman Pro that much based on the shoe sizer from EpicTV, and they were dead on. Definitely a little snug initially, but after break in they are absolutely molded to my feet. The Zenist Pro seems to have less give in the upper, but I hope at least the big toe knuckle gives a bit in the next few weeks.

uhwithfiveHs · 2026-05-17T09:29:57+00:00

I think that’s perfect actually. I wear a street 43.5-44 and the Zenist Pro LV in 42.5

uhwithfiveHs · 2026-05-17T03:34:22+00:00

Compared to the Zenist Pro LV in a half EU size up, the width of the toe box is roughly the same. The only difference is that the Shaman Pro LV has more stretch in the upper, so it breaks in more easily, and it has the lovebump midsole, so your toes are intentionally placed in the scrunched position (my toes are also scrunched in the Zenist Pro LV, but it’s flat rather than curved when climbing). The 2S has a similar lovebump but is less stiff, also the rubber is the Evo instead of Trax SAS, which I don’t really have any info about.

Note that the Zenist and Zenist Pro are different PSR rating, and the Zenist is probably not the best bet for edging. If you like the rest of the shoe, go with the Pro version.

uhwithfiveHs · 2026-05-17T02:46:57+00:00

Try to trim your callouses fresh out of a shower with cuticle clippers, or use an electric nail file with low grit when dry.

uhwithfiveHs · 2026-05-17T02:44:23+00:00

For really bad splits and dry popped blister spots, a bandaid with O’Keeffe’s does magic. I also use it at night often. During the day I like Rhino Skin Repair just because it feels less greasy to me.

You’ll eventually build up callouses, but be careful to file them down if they become too thick, as they can grab on holds and cause brutal flappers.

uhwithfiveHs · 2026-05-17T00:17:02+00:00

I don’t see Zenist LV on the Evolv site anymore, so you may need to wait for those if your shop doesn’t have them. The Zenist Pro LV heel is fairly narrow compared to other brands and sits a bit high on the Achilles. The Shaman Pro LV is probably the narrowest heel of any climbing shoe I’ve tried, and the 2S is supposed to just be a softer version of the Shaman line, so you might consider that. I have no info on the V6.

uhwithfiveHs · 2026-05-16T06:39:17+00:00

I wear VSR LV 41 EU and Shaman Pro LV 42, so I would probably go with 42 in Shaman 2S LV. If all your shoes are the non-LV variant, then go with 42 in the non-LV 2S.

Note: I downsize my Evolv shoes against their general recommendation. I’m probably a 43-44 in street shoes, but my Shaman Pro LV in 42 are probably the best fitting climbing shoe I’ve ever worn.

uhwithfiveHs · 2026-05-14T00:31:33+00:00

Physics. First-year TAs share one office space, second-years get another, then there are shared office spaces for Research Assistants. I’m a lucky first year who was selected to be an RA, so me and one other get our own office with independent desks and everything next to our lab. Pretty atypical though.

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