IM SICK AND TIRED OF THIS SHIT FUCK YOU FUCK YOU
>>1995320bad weather, lack of students or you work for a shitty flight school that doesn't maintain their aircraft you can easily make this little as a CFI in the US. I have seen some 141 schools where its disturbingly prevalent.less so at part 61 schools that have in-house A&P's. there seems to be a truly unending supply of dreamers and novices who are willing to spend hundreds of hours over the course of multiple years earning their PPL's. the planes are better maintained at these places almost 100% of the time.CFII's worry about this a lot less overall.
Used to work for an aerial imagery company and our pilots were all students looking to farm hours. And yea we made sure we paid them truly as little as possible.
FedEx is so fucking incompetent, they lost my package again because they delivered it to the wrong door and customer service spent the last day thumbing their ass "tracking" my lost package. The competency crisis is seeping into all industries thanks to corporate greed, it's frustrating being a human from the before times, to see how much everyone doesn't give a shit anymore. How much everyone is trying to pull a quick one on another just to make short term gains at the expense of long term sustainability. Society is crumbling because people don't give a fuck anymore
>>1995355This is truly the fault of FDX pilots
>>1995367It's not the pilot's fault but since this was a thread complaining about underpaid professionals and I have no other outlets to yell at clouds I decided this was appropriate enough.
Grew up on 90s MTBs in the 00s, fell for the fixie meme around high school and college '10s, and now that I have $$$ I really don't care for peak performance Road nor MTB. I just want to cruise around the same dirt roads and trails around me in no rush. I had a gravel bike, it was okay. I saw what you guys meant by being under biked.Money sorta isn't an issue and for the first time ever I can afford high end shit, but instead of listing after the latest full suspension trail bike or high end proper gravel bike, I just want some old school and as simple as possible.... but capable of mild trails and dirt roads. I had some trek with 35mm tires. A Giant Fathom 29er.... KHS Zaca... Cannondale F400 I just get bored and want something different, not necessarily/better/None of my friends care to ride. I don't like group rides. I Don't like riding on the street.What should I get? It has to be all black and I'll put on a Brooks saddle.
>>1994995Rigid 29er is the correct answer, the only more correct answer is a klunker>>1995011Hardtails are lame and this anon is gay
>>1994337Adult BMX is based tho
Brakeless fixed gear is about as simple as it gets.
>>1995026The simplest way to a grave, sure.
>>1994995>>1994274 yes hello
Is there anything more based than 90s mountain bikes?
>>1993511It's just beyond me to pour so much money onto a bike and then put those piece of shit tires on it. I'd rather ride the stock setup with with something decent on. Black gravelkings and a black Flite and this could be a gorgeous thing.
>>1995081there's this novel from houellebcq where he laments the disappereance of those bikes that came with drops, triple cranks. fenders and racks. can't remember which one though.
>>1993440Sure, you can pay twice as much for a frame that will ride the same but weighs half a water bottle less, it's a free country.
>>1995415>you can pay twice as much sure, new, I suppose. most people buying steel are getting used bikes, where full bikes with double (or triple) butted fancy cromo steel are usually sub $200. and its only midway through where you specify you're comparing to "basic cromo." but your initial statement about fancy steel is a marketing gimmick is less true when the other steel is a Schwinn varsity in gaspipe. I'm also skeptical of the half water bottle claim comparing with plain cromo, particularly in bikes my size, 63 or 65 if I can find it. but I'm not going to hunt down all the research so maybe you have a point there, I don't know.
>>1995390>houellebecq is a retrogrouchHuge if true
Australia can build nice modern metro stations, why can’t the US? New York’s city 2nd Ave Subway extension costed billions and the station built looked like shit, mid at best. Australia does the same yet builds great stations, all modern, functional with great station amenities and architecture. Metro trains are fully automated as well with platform screen doors on every station.Seriously, what the fuck is wrong with mutts? This is not an Anglo-issue (London finishes Crossrail and Toronto is going big on transit expansions and major renovations), it appears only mutts are the outlier, why?
>>1995195>New York’s city 2nd Ave Subway extension costed billions and the station built looked like shit, mid at best.I'm not saying the 2nd ave line looks amazing but your pics aren't exactly attractive either. When I think of nice looking subways I think of either Mexico City brutalist style, or Russia/DPRK commie nightmare dystopia style. But maybe it's just me.
>>19951951. This is literally Australia's only metro line, and it is brand new. It does not represent the country as a whole. A better comparison to the US would be the suburban train network of Sydney to SEPTA regional rail.2. That doesn't look any better than SAS stations.3. As this is a new metro line and system, automation and platform screen doors should be expected as standard. The newest US metro line is also automated with platform doors. SAS is an extension of a line from 1917, so it is bounded by constraints the Sydney Metro North West Line is not subject to.4. Syndey metro is closer in scale to the JFK Airtrain than the Nyc Subway lol.5. Can't speak to the politics of Australia, but the Nyc subway has numerous factors slowing it's expansion and modernization and ballooning its costs: corruption; state government, which is sometimes antagonistic toward the city, controlling a city service; contractors, sub contractors, sub sub contractors, sub sub sub contractors; unions; decades of deferred maintenance; hurricane damage and future risk of hurricanes; significant amounts of fare evasion, low fares compared to rest of world.>>1995233The former Soviet metros are beautiful
>>1995195>Seriously, what the fuck is wrong with mutts?NY is just especially egregious here, even for the US. They wanted massive stations with full mezzanines and extensive back-of-house space, but refused to use cut and cover to build them because they didnt want to inconvenience dr*vers. As a result it takes far longer to build the station in the first place and building entirely underground is far more difficult. Eventually they were at least convinced to move some of the back-of-house space aboveground to cut costs. There's other issues as well, but that's the biggest factor. Compare to LA Metro's new D line extension, the first segment is on schedule to open next year and cost about 720$ million per mile, which is pretty close to the cost you see for other high income countries. Never thought I'd say the words, but I'm actually pretty proud of how well LA is expanding its transit system.
>>1995195Dude in Toronto our transit expansion is painfully slow and always delayed. We have a line 4 years delayed and it's an LRT rather than full subway
DC is probably one of the best US metro systems, they've actually managed to continue system expansions, decades after initial construction something most other US metros seem to fail at.That being said DC paid out the ass for it, they did at least get the job done.
any tip, pic, possibly shit like sawed off dropbars, or bullhorn made with bar ends?
search used locally if you have the time/enjoy the hunt.Saw some ancient scott aero bars dirt cheap recently. Only reason I didn't go for them is I have one on a bike right now.Also acquire an adjustable stem so you can move and adjust your position to find the right one, then get the right stem later.
>>1995340not op but I'm going to bump this thread until a janny comes along and deletes it (but leaves up all the /pol/ shit)
Ok
>>1995337Try this. It was a real game changer for me. Never going back to regular flat bars again.
>>1995396I've seen a lot of stupid shit, so if you're being serious, why not just chop regular flat bars down to size? What's the reason for chopping drop bars this short? The only acceptable answer is "it's what I have and I'm poor" unless there's something else I'm missing here.
If you want help picking out a bike, post your height, what you will use the bike for, and a link to your local craigslist.>I want to buy a new bike. What should I watch out for?Don't buy Wal-Mart garbage.Don't buy department store garbage.Beware of amazon and alibaba garbage.>Should I buy from Bikes Direct?If you are clueless enough that you need to ask, no. If you have no mechanical ability, no. If the alternative is walmart, maybe. Ask first.>I want to buy a used bike. What should I watch out for and where should I buy?Craigslist is good for old bikes. Pinkbike.com/buysell is good for used modern mid- to high- end mountain bikes.Ask in /bbg/ if uncertain.Comment too long. Click here to view the full text.
>>1995386hes a huge faggot anyways and deserves the cage
what's the QRD on decathalon? planning to pick up a basic road bike for exercise and bikepacking, maybe some commuting.
Sup /bbg/, my state is launching an ebike rebate incentive - $1500 or up to a percentage of the value of the bike based on your 2023 taxes (in my case it looks to be around 60% max). I'm interested in upgrading from my current MTB to an eMTB, ideally around the $2500-3000 range. Please note that this incentive is only for new builds, as far as I am aware.I would like something that will be usable on a 15 mile commute each way (if I so desire) and good for trail riding. I'm 5'10" (~178cm if you hate freedom units), and 210lbs (95kg). Area around me is somewhat hilly so I'd like something with a bit of torque. So far trying to do my own research has me a bit overwhelmed since I get drowned out in loosely-veiled ads, and products that miss my market when trying to look up good ebikes at my price point. What are some bikes that would fill this description? From what I've seen anything quality starts hitting the 5-6k mark pretty quick, but I've seen some products that hang around my price point; I just don't want to drop over a grand on an "upgrade" that's total shit.
>>1995371>>1995386>>1995388Thanks for the input mates.
>>1995391Their dirt cheap bikes are great value, their entry level gravel bike Triban RC100 is like 300EUR and very ridable. Clothes are also pretty good. When it comes to their more expensive stuff, you're often better off with other brands, and don't buy non-decathlon brand stuff in their stores because it's usually more expensive.
the mustached man editionRead this:https://www.sheldonbrown.com/https://www.parktool.com/en-us/blog/repair-helpOld >>199235
>>1994513Hello people. I start college next year and want a bike to commute. Do you recommend any particular city (hybrid?) bike around 500 euros? I have used bikes all my life and know basic maintenance/ got tools. However i have no idea about the market. Thanks in advance.
>>1995370cross post harder>>>1995371
>>1995372will you call the police on me little fucking faggot?
>>1995376degenerate. Go buy a car.
I'm getting a new do-it-all bike and I'm undecided on GRX 1x vs 2x. I have a 2x system but terrain is so flat here I don't need most gears. Hell I have never used the smaller 30T chainring. I haven't ridden 1x so I don't know how it feels. I have a fear of missing out I guess.
This is peak metro layout. Complex grid.
I wonder if annoying zoomies in mexico sperg about barcelona as annoyingly as zoomies in gringolistan sperg about aaamsterdaaaaaaaam>guey check out this picture of el autobus de barcelona we have to abolish el ayuntamiento and give the slim family unchecked control sobre todo and have los carteles asasinar everyone over 30 or the haciendas won't trickle down!!!
>>1994878>it has been 2024 years since the birth of jesus christ>barcelona still hasn't connected their two separate tram networksthis is why calatuña does not deserve independence
>>1994898shut up
I really like planes, especially the BOOM Overture. Concorde, 747, 225, A380, and C-17. What planes do you like? :D
>>1995405Planes I dig:Beechcraft 35-series BonanzasEmbraer 120 BrasiliaLake LA-4Cessna 140, 337Airbus A300/A310McDonnell-Douglas MD-11, Legacy F/A-18Vans RV3/RV4/RV8Sukhoi Su27 familyBoeing 707, 727, 757Lockheed L1011, C-130 Saab GripenAll GrummansComment too long. Click here to view the full text.
>>1995405I love all planes; they each have their own personality and character, soul and traits. I will always have a special spot for those I have actually flown.
>>1995405I like the Honda Jet.
How much does this stuff annoy you train autists? I love trains but in a different way to you
>>1995156In 2024? I think It's the opposite of "cool". A teacher of mine used to say "philosophy was born and died in Greece", which means that is a unique and unrepeatable cultural phenomenon and translates to "tagging was born and died in nyc". That context doesn't exist anymore, To me if you were not credited in style wars you're just a vandal and really stupid or confused and this theory is confirmed by all the taggers I've met in my life. It's really just like littering or vandalism, it's amazing how much damage just a few schizo or idiots can do to the public space.
>>1993521As long as it doesn't shit up the windows too badly I think graffiti is cool
>>1993521>FREIGHTSTAY THE FUCK OFF THE NUMBERS, Beyond that, actually brightens my day.>PASSENGER CARSGhetto self aggrandizing.>GOING OVER WINDOWS.GHETTO ASS BULLSHIT. Trash that deserves as much respect as a fucking advertising wrap for nike or coke. They're going for the same tingle in their testicles that toys get. Dogs piss on the metros to mark territory, but I expect more from humans.
>>1995188https://youtu.be/eNyFWguTUL0
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>>1993543what if they made a second through-running regional rail system interlined with the current one for cross-suburban transit
>>1995110>Exton to west chester>when the tracks to the NEC still existKind of dumb, and your Somerton line goes to the ass-end of nowhere.Everybody transferring either Norristown or Lansdale isn't great, but it makes sense given regional geography and existing connections.Why not take Pottstown all the way to Reading? It's not much further.>>Schwenksville / Rahns to Airport LOCAL, making all stops>Schwenksville>Rahns>Collegevill>Yerkes>Arcola>Philadelphia Expo Center>Valley Forge>Port Kennedy (flag stop)Comment too long. Click here to view the full text.
>>1995428>>when the tracks to the NEC still existIt's based around the Trenton Cut-off ROW, which has been the subject of a proposed Cross-County line in the past. I just expanded off that. Sending the cross-suburban line through 30th Street just kinda defeats the purpose, so the new ROW on the 202 was drawn.>Kind of dumb, and your Somerton line goes to the ass-end of nowhere.Neshaminy Falls and Langhorne which were the end of 15 minute frequent service in the original through-running SEPTA RR plan.>Why not take Pottstown all the way to Reading?Only included counties where SEPTA service exists currently.
>>1993461>JUST, LIKE, DRIVE CAR OR WALKNo thanks commie faggot, I don't fuck with (((mandatory purchase of auto insurance))) and (((registering your vehicle.))) I carry a gun with me wherever I go.>pic related, your stupid trailer trash ass
>>1993461Oh, and:>>>/o/
This is what my city does with land next to a transit station
>>1995402>Ample parking to encourage park & ride>Can easily be redeveloped when demanded>Bus loop>Sidewalks everywhereCrybaby
>>1995404>be me>arrive at station by bus>fancy a coffee and a snack>nearest shop is across a 4 lane road and endless parking lot>2 crosswalks that prioritize cars >wait 5 minutes for the light to change >walk another 5 minutes across the parking lot >nearly get runover in the process >finally get my coffee >Take 10 minutes getting back to the bus loop>it's been 20 minutes since I started >miss the bus because of the traffic light >The next bus isn't for another hour
>>1995423Oh no... anyways. Also if it takes 20 minutes to get back and forth you must be really fucking fucking fat
>>1995423>pack coffee in thermos and snack in bag>eat on trainwew that was hard there anon!
How do these large cargo backpacks compare with a bicycle trailer? I need to haul 100kg of cargo on a bicycle
>>1963357x2
>>1983994don't threaten me with a good time
>>1957568>>1957570Back pain time?
imagine being so weak you can't even carry 100kg on your back. can you even imagine it?
bump
Post trains that are just a bit weird or different from the norm. All trains welcome, passenger, freight, locomotive, rolling stock, etc.Saw this one in the Netherlands and it's a bit odd.>EMU>Only one motor car>Which has three bogies and one level>Every other coach is a normal bilevel
>>1994793Ackchyually it's not a locomotive but a "motor carriage with luggage compartment".I do wonder if the compartments with the yellow (now blue) doors have ever seen any revenue cargo.
>>1995143That is no Unimog.That's a 'Mittelschwerer Frontlenker', built from 1965 to 1975
>>1995152>Ackchyually it's not a locomotive but a "motor carriage with luggage compartment".Wouldn't "motor CARRIAGE" imply that it carries passengers?>I do wonder if the compartments with the yellow (now blue) doors have ever seen any revenue cargo.I highly doubt it. At most I'd think some internal stuff that would have to be moved around.
>>1992940Nowadays, you can't even find a WEDway people mover INSIDE the park.
Saw this steaming by while hiking in the Marin Headlands on January 8th.Strange ship. Seems like it’s a few decades out of place given how small it is and how old it looks. Like the kind you would’ve seen in the 70s.
>>1992742>>1992766If the cable physically breaks, the ships will literally fish for one or both ends of it with a grappling hook then resplice them to each other or a new length of cable. If there's an internal fault, they will also grapple for it, fix it once on deck, and repair the multiple cover layers. Or, they can lower down a robot to work on it.Neal Stephenson wrote a great nonfiction story about ocean cables in the 90s, https://www.wired.com/1996/12/ffglass/There are a bunch of books about the original trans-Atlantic cable. They used the Great Eastern to hold the cable, and just like today, the cable broke multiple times and they had to fish for it and splice it back together.
>>1992796Found a better view of the ROV. It's used aboard the same class of ships as OP's pic.
>>1990271at some point does it just make more sense to not perform regular maintenance or is this just a bad owner
>>1990254>ship>no masts>doesn't have 3 mastsNice boat.
>>1992819Next you'll be complaining that it's not made of wood
