Superautos all eventually taste like ass IME.

Italy makes fine machines, but you probably have to spend more to get a solid one. I have a Rocket, which is absurd, and I wouldn't suggest it for most humans because of its size and absurdity, but it makes fantastic coffee and is objectively beautiful.

I've paired mine with a Baratza Vario+ grinder. I used a lower-end Baratza to start with (carried over from my pourover days), and it was ok but the change when I got a proper espresso grinder was pretty big.

Great machine, watch for rust behind and up the drip tray.

Most pharmacies will give them to you.

I shouldn’t worry too much, that was the worst part for me as well and it left very red marks on the corresponding part of my feet. Though it stopped hurting after a short while and now it’s fine, they went from really hurting to being comfier than any trainers I own.

I remember pressure washing a sheep trailer and them getting soaked but then they stopped hurting after that, which makes sense though I’m not sure deliberately soaking them is recommended - but it did at least help them mould to my feet.

…During WW1 soldiers peed in their boots to make them more comfortable though I’m not sure I would recommend that either lol

I find, unlike so many other shoe companies, these run true to size. If you like these, then I suggest you also look at the Aqua X Sports. They are what I wear the other 15% of the time, and are great lightweight trail runners that are not bothered by water/rain or mud. I've removed the insoles from mine to make them even lighter, and they are amazing for running/walking through rough and slippery terrain (trails through tropical rainforests with plenty of mud, rocks, and significant inclines/declines). [The default color of light blue look like clown shoes to me, but the others are much more tame... I own the black ones and get away with using them in business-casual situations if I use black socks with them... without socks they are great as aqua-shoes for shallow water with jagged rocks].

4 years of daily wear as an automotive tech and mine have only needed the insole replaced. love these boots, wearing them now!

We use Dynarex irrigation syringes 60cc in a professional ems capacity, they're pretty solid. I'm not sure how dead-on the markings are on the side since it's just an irrigation syringe, so if you're mixing medication you'd want to do that in another vessel.

Around that yes. Great machine

I had a Rancilio Silvia for just over 20 years. They're great machines. Get a really nice grinder

I have owned multiple expensive office chairs. The three brands that I recommend the most are Steelcase, Herman Miller and HumanScale. I would suggest sitting in a few models of each brand as they all have pros and cons. There are also many versions of the same chairs, but the level of adjustment raises the price. If the price for a new one deters you, you can find many office liquidators with a Google search. Many have eBay webpages, but if you can find a warehouse close to you, I suggest going to see the chairs in person as they can vary from almost new to used to refurbished. FWIW, after using multiple chairs from these three brands, I have found the Steelcase Leap to be best for me. I used a preowned leather one for about 5 years before treating myself to a brand new one. I like this chair the best for me as I can lean back with my feet up and still get the support I want. My friend hates my chair and only likes his HumanScale Freedom. This is a very personal decision, but in the models that come with an optional headrest, I suggest always choosing that option. Also, you mentioned chairs for bigger people. I know the Aeron chair does come for an option for larger people as I actually had that one in my office at one time.

I love those Silvia! They are bulletproof!

I've used FiiO MP3 players in the past, and the lower priced oned work great, even after many years. Small as an Ipod, and great battery life.

I only stopped using them, when we switched to Spotify/streaming.

Maybe consider a smart watch? You could gather useful data about your run and play music too.

Best advice is to look for estate sales and pick up a solid wood set cheep.

Amazon has the needleless syringes in various sizes, but usually get them from the vet.

When I needed 1ml plastic eyedroppers, this was the only place I could fine that size: https://lemelange.com

Yeah I even bought a super automatic from Delonghi for $800 in 2009. Checking now, you can get a super auto from same manufacturer for $800. It jammed a lot, too many parts. Don't like it.

Not a fan of Italian machines either. I remember I couldn't even reach support (no email, just a voicemail in Italian).

Now I just do hot water dispenser, aeropress, and a manual grinder. I have gone through many, including the famed rocky. That jammed a lot. People on the internet: STOP USING dark oily beans. But.. that's what I like to drink.

Kitchenaid burr grinder, that's lasted me 15 years+, only jams once a year if even that. Broke the glass once, called customer service to buy a new one. They just shipped me one for free.

Looking at models, it is similar to the KCG0702CS that's $300. I don't know if it's still the same quality. They got a $200 too.

Synthetic Olukai, reef fanning , or Chacos (which are sandals not flips). Leather and water is not a good mix no matter what people tell you: I’ve tried.

A few years back I got a used washing machine free from a guy that was going to take it to the dump. It's a high end Kenmore top loader and the only thing wrong with it was that someone had tried to wash a down comforter in it. The outer casing material had come apart and wrapped itself around and under the agitator. There were feathers everywhere. It took me an hour or so to get all the feathers out. I had to cut the casing material into pieces a few at a time to get it all from under the agitator.

I haven't needed to use it or even tested it but it was just too nice of a machine to end up in the dump because of someone's (fixable) mistake. But that's what can happen if a down comforter is washed in a home machine and the outer casing isn't strong enough for that type of cleaning.

Not for water…

Rainbows are the absolute best for comfort and lifespan. I know there’s other brands out there but I’ve had a pair on in some form for nearly 30 yrs.

Did you have any issues trying to break in the instep? I've only wore them like 4 times but the instep is the only part that is still very tight. I hope it breaks in, but I'm concerned.

Rancillo Silva is a top notch machine. That’s an awesome deal. Had mine for 20ish years too and any problem has an easy fix with cheap first party parts

Try looking at a veterinary supply store

You could use a folding grocery cart to transport your laundry in a duffel bag

Oooo I might have to try these. I find Chacos and Tevas a little too bulky for hiking through the woods when I'm fishing and the tread on these seem aggressive enough to handle muddy river banks. Wish they did half sizes though. Have you noticed them running smaller or larger than what you typically wear?

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