Hiking Boots/Shoes Recommendations?

Hiking boot recommendations?

Any recommendations for women's hiking shoes?

[Request] Hiking/outdoorsy style shoes that can handle lots of walking on concrete

Cold and wet weather hiking boots recommendations?

I am in need of a new pair of trail/hiking boots.

Hiking Boots for heavy use during the summer

Good pair of hiking shoes?

[Request] waterproof hiking shoes

[request] - Good quality walking shoes.

Hello Redditors. I'm in search of a classy yet extremely durable pair of hiking boots to take backpacking around the world for 12+ months with.

Hiking boots recommendations

Men's three season "urban hiker" (like Merrell MOAB but longer lasting)

BIFL Hiking boots for women

Hiking boots with good traction and can stand up to abuse.

Looking for a good pair of shoes for my weird feet

Request - Hiking Sandals

Request: Hiking Boots

Comfortable and cushiony shoes for walking on pavement 10KM/couple hours a day (UK)

Hiking sandals that last?

[Request] Powerful dishwasher with sanitize function?

I want the best god damned dishwasher money can buy.

Looking for the best, easiest to operate, cheapest dishwasher - Recommendation?

[Request] Best countertop dishwasher for reasonable price?

Can anyone recommend a good dishwasher?

Countertop/Portable Dishwasher

[Request] Dishwasher &lt;$1k Australian with QOL features and low water use

Dishwasher for Second Home

My friend bought a house with this KichenAid dishwasher from 1974. He says it works better than any of the other ones he has owned. He just has to convince his wife not to replace it.

What's a good Panel ready dishwasher under $1k?

Best socket set on the market $100-$150

[Request] Socket wrenches

I need a recommendation for a tool set that should last a lifetime. [Request]

Looking for a Mechanics tool set.

23 years later; GM Goodwrench socket set.

A Starter/Lifetime Tool set

Basic screwdriver set needed

Mechanic Tools that are BIFL

Trying to fill a tool roll for my truck and would like input on BFL tools like wrenches, pliers, socket sets, etc.

BIFL: Mastercraft ratchet set with lifetime warranty. Got it at 14, im 31. Went thru more abuse than you think!

Looking to upgrade my home hand tools

Was told to post this here. Husky 270pc toolset from Home Depot for $99, normally $199. Lifetime warranty too

[Request] Ratchet/Wrench/Etc tool set for home/bicycle/general use

Thoughts on a Honda Accord V6 2007?

2010 Honda Accord worth the buy?

Thoughts on a 2008 Honda accord v6 coupe EX-L?

2014 honda accord ??

After an initial round of research it seems like Honda Accord Hybrid is the right answer, but I want to pressure test that with you guys

2014 Accord V6 Touring (any thoughts?)

Which car ?

me again. 2010 2dr honda accord, 122k miles for $5,800. just want a reliable first car, thoughts?

Want to buy an Accord, any suggestions?

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Compact - Midsize suv

best small/midsize suv?

Looking for a used (06-14) reliable compact/mid-size SUV

compact/mid size suv

Midsize SUV

Recommendations for midsized SUVs to look at

Compact to Mid-Size SUV

Small to mid-size suv suggestions?

Midsize vehicle for three kids

Mid-Size SUV

Just tried a Lotus Elise Cup 250, driving impressions !

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Considering a Lotus Elise - USA

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Looking for a good rpg/action adventure with a good story and good characters

Deep long rpgs?

Looking for a story-focused RPG

Looking for a complex RPG

Fantasy games with an detailed and immersive world?

[WSIB] I am in search for a open world RPG that will keep me busy for hundreds of hours.

Open world game with huge map, lots of things to do, and great graphics

WSIB Feeling a bit of an rpg lull and want something exciting like old school BioWare with a engaging story that doesn’t take 100 hours to play.

WSIB: long, immersive games with high quality storytelling and writing

looking for an open-world rpg

[WSIB] A turn based strategy game that isn’t 4X

Turn-based strategy game

Turn-based strategy games

[WSIB] Small-scale, medieval, strategy game, featuring pikemen and cavalry

(WSIB) Turn-based ”wargaming” game

[WSIB] Turn Based Strategy games

WSIB if I want a strategy game for dummies

WSIB Strategic Rpg

[WSIB] Good offline strategy/(ish) games?

What are some good "smaller scale to control, but still feel large scale battle" tactical / strategy games?

Bullet Hell-Type Games: Atomicrops vs. I, Dracula: Genesis vs. Others?

WSIB if i want a completely story driven indie game but have already played undertale and oneshot (preferably similar to those 2)

Post apocalyptic enthusiast, Underrail or Atom RPG?

[SIB] Undermine or Atomicrops

WSIB if I like "Run into things, need to grow in power/special items to move further so I come back after unlocking said element" type of games.

Blsoodborne or Resident evil 2 ?

What should I buy? Animal Crossing: New Horizons or Doom: Eternal

[WSIB] Fast-paced top-down roguelikes?

[SIB] I Hate Running Backwards or Planetary Dustoff? Or something else?

SIB Nuclear Throne?

What can you recommend for minimizing pores?

I know you can’t get rid of pores but I’m wondering is there anyway to make them smaller? I use La Roche Posay products. They keep my acne mostly at bay but I feel like my pores are just so large. Part of it is genetic, but just wondering if there’s anything else I can do at home to help. Thanks!

OPEN PORES- WHAT TO DO? IS THERE ANY PRODUCT I CAN USE?

What skincare products have you used that helped with large pores?

What is the best thing to use to tighten pores on your face?

Can anyone tell me why my pores are so huge and what I can do to minimize them?

How to reduce pores.

Hey guys, how do I make my pores not look like this? Info in comments (deleted and reposted for an error in the title)

Pores reduction tips?

Advice for shrinking pores on and around nose?

[sun care] sunscreen that doesn’t irritate rosacea and perioral dermatitis

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Sunscreen recommendations for rosacea

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[Sun Care] looking for a sunscreen that works well for people with Eczema.

Desperate for a good sunscreen

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I’ve tried them all and I still can’t find my holy grail for my dry rosacea skin. Any other recommendations?

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How can i stop a really greasy face?

How to best defeat oily skin?

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Oily Face -&gt; Wash Face -&gt; More Oily

Extremely oily skin

Y’all know some sort of cream or product I can buy to make my face less greasy looking?

super oily face help needed

Oily Skin— please help!

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How to have less oily skin?

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 By comparison- The Vitus 979 is a fairly legendary frame, it was the original factory made “weight weenie” and truly top of the line for late 1980s tech with a mix of Shimano 600 and early Dura-ace components and hand built clincher wheels. Weight between the two bikes was almost identical, with the modern Raleigh being much more rigid and objectively “better” in measurable ways but the Vitus just FELT nice with the hand built wheels and slick shifting non indexed components. I had a decent baseline of riding performance on the Raleigh, and my first ride out with the Vitus for $300 I averaged a .5mph bump in speed with 7bpm lower heart rate

 I had a decent baseline of riding performance on the Raleigh, and my first ride out with the Vitus for $300 I averaged a .5mph bump in speed with 7bpm lower heart rate..

.. so definitely a slight bump in performance and that was with the old dry rotting vittoria training tires that started delaminating by the third ride!.

 so definitely a slight bump in performance and that was with the old dry rotting vittoria training tires that started delaminating by the third ride!.

I'm looking to get a bike, maybe ride it to work once or twice a week just to get in shape. I don't want to spend more than a couple hundred because I have no idea if I'll actually bicycle regularly, and bike theft is a huge risk.

But when I google "entry-level bicycles" or "budget bicycles", the bikes they recommend start at like $750 - *and many of them are $1000 or higher.* [(example)](https://bikexchange.com/best-entry-level-road-bikes/) 

Wtf? That's *entry-level?* I shudder to imagine what a "good" bike costs. Is bicycling only for rich people?

<div class="md">I&#39;m looking to get a bike, maybe ride it to work once or twice a week just to help offset sitting in a chair all day. I don&#39;t want to spend more than a couple hundred because I have no idea if I&#39;ll actually bicycle regularly, and bike theft is a huge risk.

But when I google &quot;entry-level bicycles&quot; or &quot;budget bicycles&quot;, the bikes they recommend start at like $750 - and many of them are $1000 or higher. <a href="https://bikexchange.com/best-entry-level-road-bikes/">(example)</a> 

Wtf? That&#39;s entry-level? I shudder to imagine what a &quot;good&quot; bike costs. Is bicycling only for rich people?
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Where are the *actual* entry-level bikes?

  Although mine has significantly more scratches and a healthy coating of dirt and sand cause it's my all year bike. Ol' reliable if you will.

New brake levers do a lot for retro roadie aesthetics. This Miyata Seven Ten still rips!

 if you're coming from a road group set and you're thinking of sharing wheels or mixing and matching components, it's likely that 11 Speed will be the better option for you. But if you're buying a new bike and don't want to splash out loads of money, really do consider Rx 400 because it's excellent. [Music] If you're still watching at this point, you're probably a genuine group set nerd. and for your benefit, I'm going to talk about weights in time

 On a tradition, I'm going to have to refer to my notes because I can't keep that many numbers in my head at once. The claimed weights for Grx are all on bike radar, and I do recommend that you refer to our excellent website for those. but I weighed the components on this bike as I built it, and so that's what I'm going to tell you. The Rx 600 levers weighed 305 grams for the right, 316 grams for the left

 The cranks, including chain rings for a 170 mil crank arm were 808 grams. The threaded bottom bracket, which is an Ultegra level one, was 76 grams. The Hg 700 11 to 34 cassette was 362 grams including the spacer for an 11 speed freehub chain was 257 grams and the brakes were 121 grams for the front caliper only and 166 grams for the rear caliper which included some hose, which is a very unhelpful thing for me to do. I'm also going to talk about pricing now

 Group set pricing is really annoying because often the retail numbers bear very little resemblance to how much you actually pay for components when you go and order them from a bike shop. Also, they're often totally divorced from how much the bikes with those components cost. However, I'm sure you want to know that the components on this bike I priced up at 937 pounds and 92 pence. That sounds like a lot, and I don't think it's particularly meaningful, but I wanted to give you a measure of where we're at

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 There is no smaller lever for a rim brake option. The main difference between ultegra and dura ace level levers just comes down to construction. The higher tier group sets get a carbon fiber, reinforced plastic body and levers, whereas with 105 you get a glass fiber, reinforced plastic body and alloy beavers. So it's a bit heavier overall

 However, it's a measurable thing, it's what shimadu provides. It gives the best way to compare ultegra to jury race to 105 and so on. So it's rrp pricing throughout now we're going to start off with the shifters or, if you prefer, shimano's lingo, the dual control shifters and these outwardly are very, very similar to both ultegra and duress. All three of these feature, the new shifter style, with ever so slightly flattened, tops and a textured grip on the top of the hoods

 If you want an utterly dependable workhorse of a group set that has nearly all the performance of ultegro duress, 105 r7000 in any of its variants comes highly recommended. Thank you very, very much for watching. As always, please leave any questions or thoughts in the comments. I always look at them

 It'S an 11 speed group set, which is only available in double variance but is available in both disc and rim brake options. It is commonly fitted on bikes in the one thousand to two and a half thousand pound range and how it performs well. You'Ll have to watch the video to find out before we crack on my beautiful garms. My fashionable cycling clothing is not of my own choosing

SUPER in-depth Shimano 105 Review | Everything You Need to Know About R7000

 They use exotic materials and they're used by the pros, but when i actually come to buying a group set when price and value become key factors, there's one group set that stands out that many people choose shimano 105. [ Music ]. Over the years, i have ridden hundreds of test bikes with dual race old tegra, and one of five group sets. I know it's a tough job, etc, and one thing they all share in common is exceptional performance

 Then 105 offers all the performance that most of us really need. It'S good weight, good performance, durability, great ergonomics. It'S really all group set that anybody needs, but those are my thoughts and opinions now time to hand it over to you. So let me know what you think of this group set down in the comment section below that's all for now, thanks for watching, as ever make sure you keep liking, subscribing and watching my videos and i'll see you again soon

 Is there any difference in terms of durability and long-term reliability with one of five versus ultegra and druids? In my experience, no, i don't see you getting any less durability with 105 compared to the more expensive group sets what you're really gaining from a more expensive group set. It'S better quality materials which contribute to a lower weight and slightly more refined shift quality. But in terms of durability, long-term reliability, i don't think you're getting any less for your money, so there we go then shimano's 105 group set is arguably hard to beat unless you're a weight, weenie you're into your margin of gains. You must have the same as a pros ride or you want the absolute pinnacle of technology

 And then you get all the same ramps on the cassette which ensures the chain moves smoothly across the cassette. It'S such a smooth, quiet, efficient, shifting group set. You can change it under load in any situation. Cross-Chaining

Is Shimano 105 all the groupset you really need?

It’s not just the 2000 euro you want to spend (which is a lot of money, but not a lot of budget for a TT bike), you will need a proper bike fit to make good use of the aerodynamics. And it won’t save you from buying another bike for your day to day training.

Hey all,

Pretty typical post but looking for suggestion for first bike. I am planning on competing in a half iron man.

I have decided to go with a road bike and have a starting budget of $2000 AUD / 1500 USD.

I have been looking at used bikes, but it doesn't seem like there is much of a market at the moment. But happy to go new or used.


Thanks!

<div class="md">Hey all,

Pretty typical post but looking for suggestion for first bike. I am planning on competing in a half iron man.

I have decided to go with a road bike and have a starting budget of $2000 AUD / 1500 USD.

I have been looking at used bikes, but it doesn&#39;t seem like there is much of a market at the moment. But happy to go new or used.

Thanks!
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First Bike - Looking for suggestions / first triathlon

 9000 was an improvement, but 9100 is king. R8000 Ultegra and R7000 105 were the 'trickle down' and just as good with slightly less fancy materials and a few extra grams. I really don't think there is room anymore for high end mechanical shifting unless a few picky pro riders demand it.

My opinion is that the current 105 has nicer shifting than Dura Ace from ten years go. 7900 wasn't great. 9000 was an improvement, but 9100 is king. R8000 Ultegra and R7000 105 were the 'trickle down' and just as good with slightly less fancy materials and a few extra grams

Sorry if this was posted and discussed already. Just thought this could be a fun discussion.

Just wondering what everyone else's opinion of Shimano going with Di2 (electronic) only for their new Dura Ace and Ultegra group sets.

This will certainly bring up the cost for those who wanted Ultegra, but don't really need Di2. I guess they already have the 105 option.

Do you think this was a good move, and what do you think it means for the future of cycling if they are  going with only electronic shifting?

<div class="md">Sorry if this was posted and discussed already. Just thought this could be a fun discussion.

Just wondering what everyone else&#39;s opinion of Shimano going with Di2 (electronic) only for their new Dura Ace and Ultegra group sets.

This will certainly bring up the cost for those who wanted Ultegra, but don&#39;t really need Di2. I guess they always have the 105 option.

Do you think this was a good move, and what do you think it means for the future of cycling if they are going with only electronic shifting?
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What does everyone think about the new Dura Ace and Ultegra being Di2 only?

Hey, great to hear that you are looking to buy a road bike! I think road riding is the most fun type of riding. As for the bike, in my opinion it is most important to get a bike with a good quality frame that fits you well. Parts such as the groupset or the wheels are not the most important, even though many people will look at these parts first when they want to buy a new bike.

 I don't think it is neccesary to get a bike with an expensive Di2 groupset, mechanical works just fine as well. The 105 mechanical groupset is also of very good quality, I had it on my previous bike and I experienced no problems with it at all. Shifting is good, the only reason why it is cheaper than mechanical Ultegra or Dura Ace is because of the weight. 

 Shifting is good, the only reason why it is cheaper than mechanical Ultegra or Dura Ace is because of the weight. 

I've been obsessively shopping for my first completely unnecessary proper road bike purchase. Pretty much confused and looking for the support of the online mob - LBS are in the area but I don't really enjoy the experience, in the main feel a lack of interest unless your a cashed up known rider looking to spend $10k+ etc plus they don't carry stock anyway. 

Background: I'm 38 and have been into endurance running for last 10 years branching from trail to the odd marathon and 100km event. I played around with MTB for a while but I lack the technical ability/courage to fully enjoy the down, relatively I crush the climbs. 

Then last winter I splurged out on a Kickr Core for cross training and got myself a second-hand undersized aluminium BMC Teammachine. That was ok, interest probably  dropped off in the end due to the excessive sweat challenges! When summer rolled around I've found myself on the road and loving it (except for working with/against the local traffic)... time will tell if that is maintained but the wallet is open.

I'm 183cm (6ft) / 84cm inseam (33") and very lightweight, 66kg (145)

I live in a valley and an average weekend ride being 60-80km with 1,000-1,300m (4000ft) elevation gain on rolling country roads (only fair quality and condition). Given my running this wouly likely increase with my ability. I don't see club rides (I never group run) or races in my future, or cross over to gravel (my MTB is a Scott Spark so I have that XC capability)... I just want a comfortable and capable road companion

I'd initially corned myself into the "endurance" bike market, but you read the odd commentary that the "race" road bikes are being more comfortable and capable as an all-round bike. Plus they look a whole lot better for your coin. Just concerned the 'fair quality' country roads may find them out a bit

I set out with the goal of going carbon and getting onto disc brakes, I'm not a massive fan of the rim brakes after coming from MTB. Groupset probably can only justify mechanical but if I did find a buy with Di2 I'm almost future-proofed?

If I was going to spend say $5k AUD new/used/runout initially I was keen to get something hot that wasn't necessarily a Giant... maybe a Specialized or European brand that looks every bit its cost and at the very least will look hot on the wall!

Yet at this stage after many U turns I'm looking down the barrel of the Giant Defy models. Value speaks volumes, so do the reviews, and the metallic/black bikes look fine, I just hate the two toned paint jobs in green and oranges! Reminds me of my first hardtail MTB. I was all over a 2021 Giant Defy Advanced Pro 0 (used) at $5k but after reading up on sizing the Large size looked like it might be just a bridge too far for me, and I cant test it as it is out of state.

Throwing that out the window... hit me with suggestions? are you a similar rider, what do you ride?

Thanks all for reading...

<div class="md">I&#39;ve been obsessively shopping for my first completely unnecessary proper road bike purchase. Pretty much confused and looking for the support of the online mob - LBS are in the area but I don&#39;t really enjoy the experience, in the main feel a lack of interest unless your a cashed up known rider looking to spend $10k+ etc plus they don&#39;t carry stock anyway. 

Background: I&#39;m 38 and have been into endurance running for last 10 years branching from trail to the odd marathon and 100km event. I played around with MTB for a while but I lack the technical ability/courage to fully enjoy the down, relatively I crush the climbs. 

Then last winter I splurged out on a Kickr Core for cross training and got myself a second-hand undersized aluminium BMC Teammachine. That was ok, interest probably dropped off in the end due to the excessive sweat challenges! When summer rolled around I&#39;ve found myself on the road and loving it (except for working with/against the local traffic)... time will tell if that is maintained but the wallet is open.

I&#39;m 183cm (6ft) / 84cm inseam (33&quot;) and very lightweight, 66kg (145)

I live in a valley and an average weekend ride being 60-80km with 1,000-1,300m (4000ft) elevation gain on rolling country roads (only fair quality and condition). Given my running this wouly likely increase with my ability. I don&#39;t see club rides (I never group run) or races in my future, or cross over to gravel (my MTB is a Scott Spark so I have that XC capability)... I just want a comfortable and capable road companion

I&#39;d initially corned myself into the &quot;endurance&quot; bike market, but you read the odd commentary that the &quot;race&quot; road bikes are being more comfortable and capable as an all-round bike. Plus they look a whole lot better for your coin. Just concerned the &#39;fair quality&#39; country roads may find them out a bit

I set out with the goal of going carbon and getting onto disc brakes, I&#39;m not a massive fan of the rim brakes after coming from MTB. Groupset probably can only justify mechanical but if I did find a buy with Di2 I&#39;m almost future-proofed?

If I was going to spend say $5k AUD new/used/runout initially I was keen to get something hot that wasn&#39;t necessarily a Giant... maybe a Specialized or European brand that looks every bit its cost and at the very least will look hot on the wall!

Yet at this stage after many U turns I&#39;m looking down the barrel of the Giant Defy models. Value speaks volumes, so do the reviews, and the metallic/black bikes look fine, I just hate the two toned paint jobs in green and oranges! Reminds me of my first hardtail MTB. I was all over a 2021 Giant Defy Advanced Pro 0 (used) at $5k but after reading up on sizing the Large size looked like it might be just a bridge too far for me, and I cant test it as it is out of state.

Throwing that out the window... hit me with suggestions? are you a similar rider, what do you ride?

Thanks all for reading...
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First Real Road Bike

I have a 2017 bianchi aluminium road bike (endurance model) I would actually love to do it with that bike. I love the bike. It is firmly build and has basic technology (rim brakes, cables outside the drone, Shimano 105). With a little bit adjusting, and packing very light, I think I could manage all my luggage on it (front fork bags, handle bar bag, top tube bag and saddle bag)

Novara was a REI brand they are solid and good value. This does have 10 speed Shimano 105 which is a good drivetrain at this price. Not too old aluminium frame and carbon fork from a decent brand like Novara is also good for the price, I found it as a 2009 model on Google.   

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