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by mferson
Tue Jun 04, 2019 2:00 am
Forum: Transportation Questions
Topic: Awesome bicycle safety trick!
Replies: 21
Views: 11111

Re: Awesome bicycle safety trick!

I like that pool noodle idea though I'm curious on the optimal length you need to carry.
by mferson
Mon Jun 03, 2019 1:18 am
Forum: Technical Skills & Tools Questions
Topic: homemade bread in a kitchen aid mixer
Replies: 9
Views: 2761

Re: homemade bread in a kitchen aid mixer

Our Zojurushi basic bread mix is as follows: 2 1/3 Flour cups 1 3/4 Sugar tablespoon 1/2 Salt tablespoon 1/4 Butter 1/2 tablespoon Yeast - I add a little more for a slightly higher rise Slightly more than 2/3 cup milk Using water as opposed to milk creates a "French" bread. I pour in liqu...
by mferson
Fri May 31, 2019 1:34 am
Forum: Philosophy and Lifestyle Questions
Topic: Poll: What kind of watch do you own?
Replies: 88
Views: 16162

Re: Poll: What kind of watch do you own?

Have a Citizen Ecodrive and I'm amazed at the build quality. It is pretty accurate.
by mferson
Thu May 30, 2019 12:10 am
Forum: Health and Food Questions
Topic: What is your favorite legume?
Replies: 30
Views: 10141

Re: What is your favorite legume?

Green beans. I will steam them and add some salted butter.
by mferson
Thu Jul 05, 2018 9:25 pm
Forum: Transportation Questions
Topic: cheap tires for a car?
Replies: 13
Views: 4189

Re: cheap tires for a car?

I need all-season tires that offer good traction. I'm not expecting the best tread life, especially on cheap tires.
by mferson
Thu Jul 05, 2018 8:59 pm
Forum: Transportation Questions
Topic: cheap tires for a car?
Replies: 13
Views: 4189

cheap tires for a car?

Hey guys, what's your take on cheap tires? Are there any cheap tires that are good? I am looking for inexpensive tires like Uniroyal tires because money is tight right now. Anyone running these tires? Any input is much appreciated.
by mferson
Thu Jul 05, 2018 12:31 am
Forum: Health and Food Questions
Topic: Baking Soda Toothpaste Alternatives
Replies: 13
Views: 2928

Re: Baking Soda Toothpaste Alternatives

How about the food-grade, activated charcoal?
by mferson
Wed Jul 04, 2018 1:26 am
Forum: Transportation Questions
Topic: Man commutes by paddle board to avoid toll
Replies: 10
Views: 3789

Re: Man commutes by paddle board to avoid toll

Wow! That's scary and dangerous.
by mferson
Tue Jul 03, 2018 12:49 am
Forum: Technical Skills & Tools Questions
Topic: Garden Log
Replies: 969
Views: 305186

Re: Garden Log

So I covered one of our cherry trees early this year and the heat has almost killed the tree and none of the cherries ripened. The uncovered tree produced a couple gallons and is 99% worm free. I think the wrens living in the wren house right by the tree are eating the flies. Go figure! We picked h...
by mferson
Mon Jul 02, 2018 1:09 am
Forum: Philosophy and Lifestyle Questions
Topic: I still have a dumb phone...considering a smart phone!
Replies: 53
Views: 9783

Re: I still have a dumb phone...considering a smart phone!

... https://www.walmart.com/ip/Total-Wireless-Samsung-Galaxy-J3-Luna-Pro-16GB-Prepaid-Smartphone-Black/240650941 https://www.walmart.com/ip/TracFone-400-Minute-1-Year-Service-Plan-Prepaid-Phone-Card/52673287 https://m.ebay.com/itm/MIFI-6620L-FLASHED-TO-UNLIMITED-4GLTE-VERIZON-5-A-MONTH-PRIME-NF-OTH...
by mferson
Fri Jun 29, 2018 12:46 am
Forum: Health and Food Questions
Topic: What Do You Eat for Weight Loss?
Replies: 360
Views: 93334

Re: What Do You Eat for Weight Loss?

Tuna, nuts, fruits and leafy greens are healthy and low in calories.
by mferson
Thu Jun 28, 2018 2:38 am
Forum: Technical Skills & Tools Questions
Topic: Grammarly
Replies: 12
Views: 3246

Re: Grammarly

I only use the free version for Firefox and Chrome.
by mferson
Wed Jun 27, 2018 1:59 am
Forum: Technical Skills & Tools Questions
Topic: Boot Maintenance
Replies: 14
Views: 2386

Re: Boot Maintenance

I like using Snowseal. It makes leather waterproof longer.
by mferson
Tue Jun 26, 2018 2:02 am
Forum: Transportation Questions
Topic: Bought a bike today, and....
Replies: 5
Views: 2055

Re: Bought a bike today, and....

Wow! That price is hard to beat for sure. Is the bike heavy?
by mferson
Mon Jun 25, 2018 2:43 am
Forum: Philosophy and Lifestyle Questions
Topic: RV Recommendations
Replies: 44
Views: 8790

Re: RV Recommendations

I lived one year in a car like this http://media.peugeot.co.uk/image/94/3/806-past-model.141943.141943.19.jpg?autocrop=1 It was ridiculously easy, but the coldest I had was around -15°C. It was smaller than most modern car, but I had the room to sleep comfortably in it and move my friends stuff aro...
by mferson
Fri Jun 22, 2018 1:46 am
Forum: Philosophy and Lifestyle Questions
Topic: Share your recipes
Replies: 210
Views: 77201

Re: Share your recipes

Looks yummy. I love herbs and spices, so I might try that vegetable biryani.
by mferson
Thu Jun 21, 2018 3:28 am
Forum: Transportation Questions
Topic: I bought a big gas guzzling suv, and I love it.
Replies: 51
Views: 13072

Re: I bought a big gas guzzling suv, and I love it.

@Mikeallison

Any modifications you did on your Landcruiser?
by mferson
Wed Jun 20, 2018 3:20 am
Forum: Miscellaneous
Topic: Headphone recommendations
Replies: 41
Views: 19022

Re: Headphone recommendations

Wow! That's pretty cheap. I have the Koss KSC75. It is inexpensive also and has great sound quality.
by mferson
Tue Jun 19, 2018 1:58 am
Forum: Health and Food Questions
Topic: What Do You Eat for Weight Loss?
Replies: 360
Views: 93334

Re: What Do You Eat for Weight Loss?

Fruit and veggie smoothies are delicious and great for weight loss.
by mferson
Mon Jun 18, 2018 3:01 am
Forum: Housing and Transportation Questions
Topic: Citi Bike for NYC Commute?
Replies: 28
Views: 11502

Re: Citi Bike for NYC Commute?

Tried it when I was in NYC. Service was easy to use and the citibikes were all very comfortable.