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SimpleVegetable5715 t1_j61yajx wrote
Reply to Bathroom scale? Dial or digital? by adamfrom1980s
If you just need it to tell you how much you weigh, I'd go with a dial scale. I set it when I go to the doctor's office because I know their scales are accurate. Mine was about 8 lbs off when I bought it. There's nothing to really break in it that I know of, and they're cheaper.
mekenikal t1_j61xxjw wrote
Reply to comment by averageRandall in Pillow recommendations by babathebear
Buckwheat hulls pillow user for over 20 years. Very adjustable so you can make it fit right where you need in that sweet spot on your neck. All other pillows make me feel like I’m fighting to keep my head down.
moonmama1 t1_j61xnjv wrote
Reply to Looking for a BIFL luggage by busa1
Is Samsonite available there? the hard shell ones are the way to go
sk9592 t1_j61vp7l wrote
Reply to comment by Shoopdawoop993 in Is Sony's WH-1000MX5 BIFL? by sranzuline
Wired headphones can be BIFL if you're willing to disassemble them to clean them every few years. Replace the ear cups, maybe the cable.
Wireless headphones absolutely are not. The rechargeable battery deteriorates. And even if you do replace it, the circuit boards in them are cheap and fail after a few years.
tovasshi t1_j61tlr5 wrote
Manitobah Mukluks.
Their newer models are made in China, but their traditional stuff is hand-made in Canada by artisans. Their traditional style stuff is generally good for -32.
Character-Fondant-26 t1_j61stig wrote
Reply to Bathroom scale? Dial or digital? by adamfrom1980s
Way over $50, but I can confirm that I bought mine in 2007 and still going strong: https://www.amazon.com/Detecto-Reading-Physicians-without-Height/dp/B008N3J76O/ref=sr_1_5
Character-Fondant-26 t1_j61qumf wrote
Reply to comment by RedStag86 in Looking for various size glass food storage container set that all have the same exact lid by RedStag86
Yes, widely available on Amazon and eBay. I’m going on 15 and 20 years of using the same Pyrex for storing leftovers, mostly 2 and 4 cup round. My second set of lids is starting to fail after hard use.
XFactor-41 t1_j61n2bu wrote
Reply to Looking for a BIFL luggage by busa1
If you can find it secondhand, the original Victorinox Tourbach (not the Tourbach 2.0).
I own several pieces and they’re incredibly durable. The only issue I’ve had is the original handles were designed with a (fake) carbon fiber insert overlaid with plastic. After about 10 years, the plastic part cracked. However, Victorinox sent me a replacement handle (which didn’t have the inlay) for free. Only issue I’ve had in 15 years.
NotoriousSouthpaw t1_j61klj3 wrote
Reply to Alarm clock with radio? by [deleted]
Those faux wood fluorescent display Panasonic clock radios used to be common as dirt and good chance you'll find one at your local thrift store. Most of them were Japanese made.
javaavril t1_j61k7tm wrote
Reply to Best brand of clothes dryer? by Pharmacykilledmysoul
Heatpump and condenser dryers damage textiles the least, you can even dry wool in them as they don't overheat or shrink fibers. They also lower home heating and cooling bills.
Best long-term will be a Miele T1.
SignificanceThink102 t1_j61i9ai wrote
Reply to I’ve had this Dakine backpack for ~17 years and have taken it on all my trips. The zippers on this thing still work like they are new. All my other backpacks have had their zippers break off so this is my old trusty pack. by cumaboardladies
I have almost this exact dakine backpack in olive and red...it is absolutely amazing. Use it for holding a fishing rod holder, as I can't really skate anymore. I wish they were still made the same. I haven't checked if it says "ykk" on the zipper but I feel like even that brand of zipper have declined in quality since OutKast rapped about it. I have looked at $100 backpacks that don't come close but I guess my backpack was almost $100 in the 90s.
ZimofZord t1_j61h3l9 wrote
Reply to comment by busa1 in Looking for a BIFL luggage by busa1
$600 can’t be worth it tbh
grabity_ham t1_j61g5b4 wrote
Reply to Looking for a BIFL luggage by busa1
I’ve been very happy with my Travel Pro. Not sure how parts and service availability is in the EU though
facebook57 t1_j61dscy wrote
Reply to comment by Holyscam in Looking for a BIFL luggage by busa1
Will their warranty cover OP pulling it behind a bike and trashing it? Good choice if they will
CamelHairy t1_j61cvyd wrote
Reply to Best brand of clothes dryer? by Pharmacykilledmysoul
Speed Queen, longest warranty, all metal internals, just go to,a laundrymat, everyone will have Speed Queens or Maytag/Whirlpool commercials. I actually talked to the factory, .quote 'only difference between our homeowners and commercial units are the coin box"
inert_hominid t1_j61bw2j wrote
Reply to Pillow recommendations by babathebear
Solid (NOT the shredded) latex pillow of any brand. My partner had one from the time she was a child to 30 years later. She convinced me to try them out and now I'm never going back. If you're someone who needs a lot of support (like me), having a firm pillow to put under the latex one is a good idea, but it should be perfect for a side or stomach sleeper.
They generally run ~50$(us) for standard-size and can get over 100 for a king-size, but it's definitely worth it in my opinion.
RedStag86 OP t1_j61b2kf wrote
Reply to comment by Cfwydirk in Looking for various size glass food storage container set that all have the same exact lid by RedStag86
My criteria included various size containers with the same lid, everything in your search are the same size containers, which obviously would have the same size lid.
If you want to search more, you may need to try a specific request in a forum of some kind since you’re having trouble on Google. Maybe someone has come across what you’re looking for and would be happy to share the information with you.
GeronimofrmWestside t1_j61awvq wrote
Poncho and ponco liner(woobie) long wool scarf is still available. It's a long hollow tube, terrific scarf. Large Alice pack is great but not terribly comfy as well. Field jacket with liner was fantastic too.
Careless_Wishbone_69 t1_j61ag7a wrote
Reply to Alarm clock with radio? by [deleted]
Just buy whatever one is available at Goodwill.
switchback98 t1_j6163f1 wrote
Reply to Best brand of clothes dryer? by Pharmacykilledmysoul
SpeedQueen every time.
DrKennethNoisewater- t1_j615uhs wrote
Reply to comment by StayJaded in Looking for various size glass food storage container set that all have the same exact lid by RedStag86
Length and width is the same, height is the difference. Certainly doesn’t work with nesting but space wouldn’t be as big of an issue as they can still stack kinda). They’ll ruin them though as the inside of the lip will eventually crack and chip.
CamelHairy t1_j614l65 wrote
Reply to Blue Light Blocking Lenses by bigpicnictable
Im not an optician, but my wife is. Here is her reply.
"Anyone who stares at a lighted screen is receiving unwanted blue light that can potentially harm the retina. Most eyecare professionals recommend buying blue light protective lenses. Usually this involves a blue light filter incorporated into an antiglare (non-reflective) coating. That provides sonewhere around 30% blue light protecton. Another method is Essilor's Transitions Extra-active photochronatic lens. This is a light changing lens that gets extra dark outside... BUT...it is supposed to block at least 80% of blue light, so it us valuable inside as well. Prices on these (and all other optical products) can vary greatly. Don't be afraid to shop around! The discount optical chains are just as good lenswise as the expensive stores, they just don't have the most expensive frames!"
Logical_Challenge540 t1_j614irn wrote
For winter I got Keen, specifically, Betty ran 3 seasons and still waterproof. Their site mentions if fit small or no, and it is pretty correct. Check reviews, some of their models changed location and are not that good. Also, saw that there are physical shops in Canada as well.
NoAdministration8006 t1_j613qr4 wrote
Reply to Looking for various size glass food storage container set that all have the same exact lid by RedStag86
Honestly, Rubbermaid makes this, and they don't break. We have leftover containers that are the same footprint and nest, and the difference is the height. Lids are the same size.
And then we have some larger food storage container that are designed the same size with the same lid. Only the height is the difference.
If Rubbermaid isn't your jam, try searching for modular containers. Many will have the same lids used on all sizes.
https://www.amazon.com/Rubbermaid-Modular-Storage-Container-1856059/dp/B00BEUDXRW?th=1
plasmaticD t1_j61zj9j wrote
Reply to Bathroom scale? Dial or digital? by adamfrom1980s
I bought this one recently when the one I had quit working properly. Typically, they have to be replaced every few years for one reason or another.
BIFL? no idea, probably not. But it works well, has a tracking app for your phone that is great, and according to reviews it is one of few that is actually consistently accurate. I like it.
eufy by Anker, Smart Scale P1 with Bluetooth, around $35 USD.