If you take a toothpick to clean out the velcro it wil stick a bit better!

Dansko, Red Wings, or Clark’s

It's a cryotherapy place.

I got a practically brand new Concept 2 rowing machine off of Craigslist for $600 about five years ago. It’s easily worth that now. I don’t use it all the time but it looks great, rows perfectly, and it’s what all the crew clubs here use.

It helps more effectively move energy around the room, meaning you might need less heat to feel warm on the other side of the room. But the efficiency is still the same. They’re both 100% efficient. You can only get higher by using like a heat pump.

Or websites, can you order online?

dem Kids nowadays just ain't used to heirloom tools, consumerism made 8s believe 10 years are a long time for items.

I live in south east Asia, I bought a Kespor Blade roughly a year ago and they're great. Im not sure about the availability in your country, but it cost me around 500usd. Quite good value as the components are mid to high end. Also, I suggest buying a 2x11 drivetrain (22 speed total, 2 front & 11 cassette on the rear) as the gear shifts are smoother and theres much more gears to select. The front fork (the air shocks) are decent, but theres always better. Generally, air forks are better+lighter than coil ones.

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Welcome to the biking world :D

A small DC fan in the fridge to circulate air should solve this.

Granted, this is probably not the type of solution you want but if it works, it works.

Aldos. Get multiple pairs. Their soles wear out fast, but the shoe body holds quite well and are comfy for big feet. If you can find a local cobbler they could repair the soles, would probably cost less than a new pair and last many years.

I totally agree, riding a bike that doesn't fit you is not very fun at all

Great comment. Yes, I agree! It’s more fun to use quality tools.

In full agreement about the pottery classes. Have been convinced to not buy a wheel. + it’s a social thing with a community aspect.

Have a snowboard but currently only have a fwd Corolla so haven’t been taking advantage. I’m interested in astronomy.

You definitely want reasonable equipment when starting a new hobby, you don't want a toy or a "hobby killer".

You could get a nice camera and lens for that.

Another hobby: astronomy. Nice telescopes out there for that money. The nice thing is if you buy a high quality used one, you can resell it if you don't want it anymore for very close to the same money. Good quality binoculars same thing.

Also skis, downhill or cross country, or a snowboard. If you live in places to take advantage of that, its lots of fun.

Regarding the pottery wheel, the kiln is the just as hard to manage as the wheel(and glazes), and if you need a studio to help with one, you can join for both. Just a thought. Also classes make it much easier to start.

Ecco's! I put 15k steps daily into my Ecco dress shoes and they've lasted years. I've only needed to polish them and change the laces. The soles are slip resistant and do not wear down at all.

Ah neat! Is it just called a massage studio? How to they advertise themselves?

I love the idea of the massage chair! I already refurbish espresso machines so I have a real nice one.

GF and I were thinking about learning how to do massage. Is it something that the average person can do effectively/safely?

espresso maker, massage chair, hypnosis sessions, nice vaccuum, dishwasher, washing machine, towards principle on mortgage or any debt, art work, charity/donation

Seconding this. I have a single speed that I use for commuting in NYC. I've had it over ten years, I think it was $500. With regular maintenance it's been great. It's my only bike and I easily overtake "better" bikes on the bridges. I've biked century rides on it.

A city tip for a different aspect of longevity, as I only park my bike on the street. No brand name parts, or file them off/cover with band stickers, take off all logos on the frame, spray paint it in the worst way possible, hit the finish with a chain to cultivate a decent patina.

Actively make it look like trash and no one will steal it.

Really great points. Upgrading components later is a great strategy. My husband is a cycler, & worked in a shop for a while. The only thing I would add, is you should get fitted (or sized for lack of a better term) for a bike. Even if you buy used, you can look for something n the size range. This is much more important than I first realized. Go to a professional cycle shop if at all possible & ask about this.

Getting a frame sized for your body & learning where the seat should be, (moved forward or back as well) will mean the difference between a comfortable, enjoyable ride & discomfort in shoulders, arms, low back, &even your hands.

If you like coffee a nice espresso machine

Technology connections youtube channel does a whole video on dishwasher soap!

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Thanks those are U.S stores right, I'll be visiting some time.

You can check out army navy stores, automotive workwear, and clothing retailers- literally just not walmart since those dickies are made specifically for walmart.

just to echo, you need to make sure

1. he has multiple pairs of shoes and can rotate through them so each pair is less stressed and damaged
2. you have enough padding under the shoes to keep his feet, knees, and hips healthy while running around a Publix and standing on harsh concrete for his entire shift

a lot of shoes with the slip resistant sole will also have steel toes, and definitely avoid those if he doesnt need it because they will be so heavy they will cause other problems. i wear 13s and everyone is shocked at how heavy my steel toe, slip resistant safety boots are

i dont have a great recommendation, to be honest i would consider ditching the slip resistant part for better padding.

ive been wearing Altra shoes (best foam sole ive ever found), so i like those a lot but im not sure if they have something easy to sneak into the dress code and you’ll be out several hundred if you get a couple pairs to rotate through.

another option may be to find a good pair of dress shoes with a repairable welt (like a goodyear welt) and get new more fatigue-friendly soles put on but im not 100% that’s possible