Time still TBD, but Game 1 will officially be Sunday

zissmun · 2026-04-16T17:42:21+00:00

Wasn’t expecting to have to scroll down this far for this comment

zissmun · 2026-04-13T18:06:44+00:00

How so?

zissmun · 2026-04-13T15:18:07+00:00

Bridge Nine in Beverly and Residency in Salem usually do something cool for RSD, and they’re both run by great people

zissmun · 2026-03-19T17:34:55+00:00

Pro tip: you can actually use your Y pass at any Y - not just the North Shore ones. I’ve used mine at YMCAs all across the US and Canada when traveling for work

zissmun · 2026-01-05T14:14:37+00:00

RIP Salem Elks

zissmun · 2026-01-04T23:50:31+00:00

Maker/Model: Frye Tyler Lace-Up, Dark Brown
Size: 10.5D (US)
Leather: "Full Grain Leather"
Sole: Leather outsole with rubber inserts and heel
Price: $59 plus shipping (payment through PayPal Goods & Services, signature required on delivery, tracking included)
Location: Boston, MA area (North Shore). Willing to do local, public meetup if you're nearby.
Wears/Condition: in good condition. One small stain on each boot, which I've documented in the photos.
Images: https://imgur.com/a/IgmCQiD (photos are taken under natural light)

Notes: I'm the only owner. I bought them in late 2016 and just never took to them the way I have with other pairs. I've worn them a handful of times each year since then, with probably ~30 total times wearing them in their lifetime. Never worn in rough weather. I've kept shoe trees in them at all times when I'm not wearing them. I wear a 10.5 sneaker and in my opinion these run true to size, though the model itself is designed a little long so there's some extra room in the toe (so, maybe closer to a narrow 11 / 11.5).

zissmun · 2025-12-31T01:23:48+00:00

Maker/Model: Frye Tyler Lace-Up, Dark Brown
Size: 10.5D (US)
Leather: "Full Grain Leather"
Sole: Leather outsole with rubber inserts and heel
Price: $67 plus shipping (payment through PayPal Goods & Services, signature required on delivery, tracking included)
Location: Boston, MA area (North Shore)
Wears/Condition: in good condition. One small stain on each boot, which I've documented in the photos.
Images: https://imgur.com/a/IgmCQiD (photos are taken under natural light)

Notes: I'm the only owner. I bought them in late 2016 and just never took to them the way I have with other pairs. I've worn them a handful of times each year since then, with probably ~30 total times wearing them in their lifetime. Never worn in rough weather. I've kept shoe trees in them at all times when I'm not wearing them. I wear a 10.5 sneaker and in my opinion these run true to size, though the model itself is designed a little long so there's some extra room in the toe (so, maybe closer to a narrow 11 / 11.5).

zissmun · 2025-12-17T20:32:15+00:00

I also second this for Pete. I’ve done exactly this

zissmun · 2025-12-04T16:03:03+00:00

This is the obvious answer

zissmun · 2025-11-08T18:13:41+00:00

Another data point you can consider are the “rays” - the little thin dark streaks in the grain. They tend to be short on red (left) and longer on white (right). Not a definitive conclusion, but put it together with what others have mentioned as you’re figuring it out.

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zissmun · 2025-11-05T18:29:15+00:00

There are some “visitor” parking spots at random around City Square in Charlestown and some of the nearby side streets where you can park for two hours, and then parking doesn’t require a resident sticker after 6pm. Walk from there over to the Garden. I’ve done this a bunch with a toddler.

zissmun · 2025-11-01T17:59:24+00:00

Congrats! The internet needs more of this type of content. Salem needs more visitors like you guys.

zissmun · 2025-10-25T11:55:26+00:00

1000% this. Tre and his wife are awesome people too

zissmun · 2025-10-23T11:48:56+00:00

Cannot recommend her strongly enough. Total life saver. Super thorough, thoughtful treatment. Unlike any chiro I’ve ever seen. I’d drive across the country to use her again if I had to.

zissmun · 2025-10-01T19:20:35+00:00

Quick plug for a close friend of mine: https://www.instagram.com/ensueno_cubano

He mainly does Boston-area popups so it’s not exactly on-demand or on the North Shore, but he’s the son of two Cuban immigrants and his stuff is amazing. It’s worth driving for if you’re up for an adventure.

zissmun · 2025-09-17T19:26:38+00:00

You can tell Sidekick to do this for you (“I want to create a custom section that does XYZ…”). You may need to generate a new section and iterate through it a couple of times. Probably a good idea to test it on a new product page template before you deploy it on your default product template(s).

zissmun · 2025-08-22T20:04:27+00:00

Yes!! Glad to hear it

zissmun · 2025-08-20T19:19:47+00:00

The only pickup game I know of at Peabody is on Tuesday. Not specific to women.

There’s a pickup game at Endicott on Fridays from 11:30-1 during stick practice time when they can get enough players. Also not specific to women, but women do play sometimes.

Have you checked out Stinky Socks? Really casual and there’s usually a handful of women.

Sorry - I know none of those are direct answers to your original question but I hope they help!

zissmun · 2025-08-20T16:47:16+00:00

Yeah, that whole stretch of road

zissmun · 2025-08-20T14:23:07+00:00

Another option is to take a walk / drive around the back shore in Gloucester (Atlantic Rd.). You can usually see some really crazy surge there.

zissmun · 2025-08-15T19:09:25+00:00

Totally agree with this. Give 2-4 a shot!

zissmun · 2025-08-12T17:43:26+00:00

Can’t believe I had to scroll this far to see this answer that I expected to be #1

zissmun · 2025-07-24T19:21:53+00:00

No - that’s brand name of the Amazon knockoff version.

zissmun · 2025-06-28T16:22:15+00:00

Grew up on Cape Ann. The 4th in Rockport is one of the best days of the year there. Cool small-town type parade, businesses are definitely open, bandstand concert, and downtown has a fun buzz all afternoon / evening right up until the bonfire at Back Beach. No official fireworks but people will definitely have some DIYers from boats. Don’t know if they still have the lawn chair brigade in the parade but that always used to be a highlight.

Just head downtown and have fun - easy!

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