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?

2020/2021 Honda Accord LX - Tell Me About Your Likes/Dislikes

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 !

Dan Neil reviews Lotus Emira: As Good As It Gets

Considering a Lotus Elise - USA

How affordable are Lotus Elises from the 2005-2012 model year?

Lotus Exige Sport Final Edition review: farewell, Exige

I wanna know everything you know about a 2005 Lotus Elise

My Lotus Evora Review

Lotus retail sales up 24% in best performance for a decade

2022 Lotus Emira Looks to Be One of the Brand's Best

PURCHASING A LOTUS — Need Tips + Advice.

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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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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r/keyboards

 So first of all, Cherry MX stabilizers are used. You either like them or hate them. Nice thing is, they allow you to remove your key caps a lot easier than the Philco-style wire stabilizers. Make sure to be especially careful removing key caps, especially if you have the Cherry MX Clear model, because the key caps are put on very tight

 The programming LEDs underneath the space bar are also very dim, but I like them this way because they're not too blinding or distracting, because if you use a programmed layer 2 through 4, those lights are going to be on all the time. So you might not really like that, but at least they're dim and not annoying. One thing I noticed in the manual is that backlit models will have two recordable layers of customized backlighting. In conclusion, Vortex has really stepped up their game this keyboard

 The aluminum case completely surprised me, and I'm impressed that they were able to keep the price point the same. It's kind of ridiculous. This is a great keyboard if you don't want to be messing with customizing your keyboard and adding on new stuff to make it how you want it, because this keyboard gives you everything high quality from the start. It gives you the aluminum case, it gives you a steel plate, it gives you a dual layer PCB, it gives you thick PBT key caps, and not only that, it has programming features to make everything work for you the way you want it

 Nice thing is, they allow you to remove your key caps a lot easier than the Philco-style wire stabilizers. Make sure to be especially careful removing key caps, especially if you have the Cherry MX Clear model, because the key caps are put on very tight. The caps lock light can't be seen from the sitting position at your desk, because it's a very dark blue color, and the caps lock key cap doesn't allow any light to shine through it. I've also moved the caps lock LED to the switch LED socket instead of the right of the switch, which I found interesting

Written review: https://rhinofeed.com/vortex-pok3r-review/
Sound Test: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x_4ngJzKY_s
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Vortex POK3R Review - YouTube

 This keyboard has several layers so you can access the function and other "missing" keys, and you can even assign your own keys to the other layers. This is a very popular 60% mechanical keyboard, and for good reason. It's great quality, looks great, and is customizable with different keycaps and USB cable.

 I bought a different Pok3r later and it's great! Very well made keyboard. Solid metal case, nice Cherry switches, and expensive feeling keycaps. This keyboard has several layers so you can access the function and other "missing" keys, and you can even assign your own keys to the other layers. This is a very popular 60% mechanical keyboard, and for good reason

 It's great quality, looks great, and is customizable with different keycaps and USB cable.

Excellent 60% keyboard. Much nicer than expected. Super sturdy and great feeling to type on

 The aluminum case is a plus. The construction in general is fantastic. The only frustrating thing about the keyboard is that there are no media keys, but Vortex has said they'll release a firmware update to add them.

The POK3R is incredible. The keycaps feel great (PBT). The aluminum case is a plus. The construction in general is fantastic

Fantastic.

Heft weight, very solid construction. I ditched a full size keyboard with numpad for this and I'm so glad I did. I am strongly considering getting a second one for work.

Best Keyboard I've ever used.

Wirecutter

The Tab 75 has a full function row at the top but doesn’t take up more horizontal desk space. It can work wirelessly and comes with Mac-specific keycaps.

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r/MechanicalKeyboards

r/sffpc

Love the Vortex tab 75 that you're rocking there too (got one on my end too). Very clean, nice setup!

New desk, monitor, same NCase

Basically, I want a keyboard with a layout of the Alienware AW768 (programmable keys and media controls are a must) with a removable cable. If Dell made an Alienware AW768 with a removable cable, I'd buy that. I could splurge and get one with a similar build quality to the Vortex Tab 90M, but not a huge issue. And yes, I could use the Vortex as my daily driver, but I would prefer to have a keyboard with a traditional full layout, and not the compact layout of the Vortex

On my Vortex, I really like the build quality of it. It is an expensive keyboard, and it sure feels like it. I don't use the multiple layers at all, but it is a neat feature. I got it because of how compact it is with a full layout and easily fits in my backpack for work

How do the heights of the Ducky One 2 TKL and the Varmilo VA87M compare? I'm about to get my first mechanical keyboard, and was at first looking at the Keychron K2. After reading some reviews, it sounds like many people don't like the height of the Keychron, but according to Mechanicalkeyboards.com, the Ducky is almost as tall as the Keychron. Since I haven't seen any reviews mentioning height of the Ducky, I wanted to check if it's just a different way of measuring or something. I prefer the price and color scheme of the Ducky, so if it's unlikely to be too tall, I'd just as soon use that. I share an office with my wife, do a bit of typing for emails, and do a lot of CAD work (so I need the F1-F12 keys). On the weekend, I use a Mac, but it sounds like I can do some software remapping on the Mac to make a standard windows layout work for me. I'm thinking Cherry Brown switches, but this will be my first foray into mechanical keyboards.

<div class="md"><p>How do the heights of the Ducky One 2 TKL and the Varmilo VA87M compare? I&#39;m about to get my first mechanical keyboard, and was at first looking at the Keychron K2. After reading some reviews, it sounds like many people don&#39;t like the height of the Keychron, but according to Mechanicalkeyboards.com, the Ducky is almost as tall as the Keychron. Since I haven&#39;t seen any reviews mentioning height of the Ducky, I wanted to check if it&#39;s just a different way of measuring or something. I prefer the price and color scheme of the Ducky, so if it&#39;s unlikely to be too tall, I&#39;d just as soon use that. I share an office with my wife, do a bit of typing for emails, and do a lot of CAD work (so I need the F1-F12 keys). On the weekend, I use a Mac, but it sounds like I can do some software remapping on the Mac to make a standard windows layout work for me. I&#39;m thinking Cherry Brown switches, but this will be my first foray into mechanical keyboards.</p>
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Looking to buy a pre-built between £150-200. 

Currently looking at the Ducky Miya Pro Panda Edition with Cherry MX browns.

Just wondering if there were any better ones i was unaware of. (Doesn't have to be 65%)  as i'm fairly new to the more serious keyboard brands. 

Looking for a great typing experience(most important), the best build quality in that price range and decent gaming performance. 

Looks aren't the be all end all but i'd be lying if i said i wouldn't rather a keyboard that's pleasing on the eye! (I'm aware this reads like a 1980's dating show lol)

Thanks all x

<div class="md"><p>Looking to buy a pre-built between £150-200. </p>

<p>Currently looking at the Ducky Miya Pro Panda Edition with Cherry MX browns.</p>

<p>Just wondering if there were any better ones i was unaware of. (Doesn&#39;t have to be 65%)  as i&#39;m fairly new to the more serious keyboard brands. </p>

<p>Looking for a great typing experience(most important), the best build quality in that price range and decent gaming performance. </p>

<p>Looks aren&#39;t the be all end all but i&#39;d be lying if i said i wouldn&#39;t rather a keyboard that&#39;s pleasing on the eye! (I&#39;m aware this reads like a 1980&#39;s dating show lol)</p>

<p>Thanks all x</p>
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Hi! I’m looking for my first (and maybe endgame lol) mechanical keyboard, I’m a software developer and will pay decently for something that just improves my quality of life at my desk a bit. Thinking probably up to ~£150/$175 but will stretch a little if it’s super worth it.

- I can solder so I’m open to DIY if the end result is worth it
- Would prefer a metal case for that premium feel but not a dealbreaker
- Form factor is flexible, probably thinking around 65%, currently I’m an arrow key guy but can probably adapt. Smaller looks nicer and good looks are nice.
- RGB is not a dealbreaker, would be nice to have but I prefer some of the styles that don’t have RGB
- GB layout would be very nice, I’m assuming this would need a custom cap set?

Have looked at things like the Ducky Mecha Mini, Durgod Hades 68, the Leopold FC750R (plastic case, but seems a safe choice) is also an option. I really liked the look of the Tada68, apparently it’s discontinued now?

Any recommendations?

Thanks :)

<div class="md"><p>Hi! I’m looking for my first (and maybe endgame lol) mechanical keyboard, I’m a software developer and will pay decently for something that just improves my quality of life at my desk a bit. Thinking probably up to ~£150/$175 but will stretch a little if it’s super worth it.</p>

<ul>
<li>I can solder so I’m open to DIY if the end result is worth it</li>
<li>Would prefer a metal case for that premium feel but not a dealbreaker</li>
<li>Form factor is flexible, probably thinking around 65%, currently I’m an arrow key guy but can probably adapt. Smaller looks nicer and good looks are nice.</li>
<li>RGB is not a dealbreaker, would be nice to have but I prefer some of the styles that don’t have RGB</li>
<li>GB layout would be very nice, I’m assuming this would need a custom cap set?</li>
</ul>

<p>Have looked at things like the Ducky Mecha Mini, Durgod Hades 68, the Leopold FC750R (plastic case, but seems a safe choice) is also an option. I really liked the look of the Tada68, apparently it’s discontinued now?</p>

<p>Any recommendations?</p>

<p>Thanks :)</p>
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I’ve been given a budget for a mechanical keyboard, because I do a lot of typing and my $15 logitech dome keyboard isn’t cutting it. I was looking at the Anne Pro 2, but I thought I should check with you guys to get the best band for my buck. I tried a Keychron K6 before with gateron reds and liked it a lot. I dislike noise and clicky keyboards.

Requirements: Gateron reds (or any other good reds), somewhere around $100, and preferably Amazon prime. Wired or wireless does not matter. Also know I will be using it with linux.

<div class="md"><p>I’ve been given a budget for a mechanical keyboard, because I do a lot of typing and my $15 logitech dome keyboard isn’t cutting it. I was looking at the Anne Pro 2, but I thought I should check with you guys to get the best band for my buck. I tried a Keychron K6 before with gateron reds and liked it a lot. I dislike noise and clicky keyboards.</p>

<p>Requirements: Gateron reds (or any other good reds), somewhere around $100, and preferably Amazon prime. Wired or wireless does not matter. Also know I will be using it with linux.</p>
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On custom coiled cables why is there that big connected in the middle which connects the usb c to usb A and not just a normal cable, sorry I don't know the name my Logitech keyboard does not have it

<div class="md"><p>On custom coiled cables why is there that big connected in the middle which connects the usb c to usb A and not just a normal cable, sorry I don&#39;t know the name my Logitech keyboard does not have it</p>
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drop alt high or the nk65? was going to get the tofu65 but I missed the drop sadly.

<div class="md"><p>drop alt high or the nk65? was going to get the tofu65 but I missed the drop sadly.</p>
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I prefer tactile switches with a bit less bump than MX Browns.  SteelSeries Apex 7 TKL with QX2 Brown switches or HyperX Alloy Origins Core with Aqua switches?

These are my only two options. Price not a factor.

##

<div class="md"><p>I prefer tactile switches with a bit less bump than MX Browns.  SteelSeries Apex 7 TKL with QX2 Brown switches or HyperX Alloy Origins Core with Aqua switches?</p>

<p>These are my only two options. Price not a factor.</p>
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What's the name of the split columnar keyboard layout that has a thumb cluster that's all in one row with an exaggerated arc?  The Rorschach sorta fits this bill, but I seem to remember the columns being staggered, and it was larger than 4x6 on each like the Rorschach.

<div class="md"><p>What&#39;s the name of the split columnar keyboard layout that has a thumb cluster that&#39;s all in one row with an exaggerated arc?  The Rorschach sorta fits this bill, but I seem to remember the columns being staggered, and it was larger than 4x6 on each like the Rorschach.</p>
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Any retro looking gaming mice out there? I have a Unicomp Model M keyboard and my Corsair RGB mouse looks ridiculous sitting next to it.

<div class="md"><p>Any retro looking gaming mice out there? I have a Unicomp Model M keyboard and my Corsair RGB mouse looks ridiculous sitting next to it.</p>
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Hi, I have a Varmilo VA87M keyboard.  Page Up and Page Down keys stopped working.  Any idea how I can reactivate them?

<div class="md"><p>Hi, I have a Varmilo VA87M keyboard.  Page Up and Page Down keys stopped working.  Any idea how I can reactivate them?</p>
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Hi, I have this [Corsair Cherry MX Blue Switch STRAFE mechanical keyboard](https://www.corsair.com/ca/en/Categories/Products/Gaming-Keyboards/Standard-Gaming-Keyboards/STRAFE-Mechanical-Gaming-Keyboard-%E2%80%94-CHERRY%C2%AE-MX-Blue/p/CH-9000226-NA#tab-tech-specs).

I'm hoping to get in on [DwarfFactory's dragon key drop tomorrow](https://www.dwarf-factory.com/product/mystic-dragon-v2/) but I'm confused about which "key profile" my kb already has so I can match it when the drop happens, and can't find useful info on the Corsair website. Last night at 2 am I saw a labeled diagram with the rows and the key profiles in side view, but looking at the Wiki and FAQ here I can't seem to find it anymore.

Help please! Thanks!

<div class="md"><p>Hi, I have this <a href="https://www.corsair.com/ca/en/Categories/Products/Gaming-Keyboards/Standard-Gaming-Keyboards/STRAFE-Mechanical-Gaming-Keyboard-%E2%80%94-CHERRY%C2%AE-MX-Blue/p/CH-9000226-NA#tab-tech-specs">Corsair Cherry MX Blue Switch STRAFE mechanical keyboard</a>.</p>

<p>I&#39;m hoping to get in on <a href="https://www.dwarf-factory.com/product/mystic-dragon-v2/">DwarfFactory&#39;s dragon key drop tomorrow</a> but I&#39;m confused about which &quot;key profile&quot; my kb already has so I can match it when the drop happens, and can&#39;t find useful info on the Corsair website. Last night at 2 am I saw a labeled diagram with the rows and the key profiles in side view, but looking at the Wiki and FAQ here I can&#39;t seem to find it anymore.</p>

<p>Help please! Thanks!</p>
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I'm looking for a decent 75% or TKL hot-swappable board with backlighting for under $150. So far I've found: 

* [Keychron K8](https://www.keychron.com/pages/keychron-k8-wireless-mechanical-keyboard)
* [GMMK TKL](https://www.pcgamingrace.com/products/gmmk-tkl-tenkeyless-brown-switch)
* [Keycool KC84](https://drop.com/buy/keycool-kc84-wireless-rgb-hotswap-mechanical-keyboard)
* [Hexgears GK707](https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32960262600.html) 

Does anyone know of any good options that I missed? Do any of them stand out above the rest or should I just go with the cheapest one?

<div class="md"><p>I&#39;m looking for a decent 75% or TKL hot-swappable board with backlighting for under $150. So far I&#39;ve found: </p>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.keychron.com/pages/keychron-k8-wireless-mechanical-keyboard">Keychron K8</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.pcgamingrace.com/products/gmmk-tkl-tenkeyless-brown-switch">GMMK TKL</a></li>
<li><a href="https://drop.com/buy/keycool-kc84-wireless-rgb-hotswap-mechanical-keyboard">Keycool KC84</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32960262600.html">Hexgears GK707</a> </li>
</ul>

<p>Does anyone know of any good options that I missed? Do any of them stand out above the rest or should I just go with the cheapest one?</p>
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Newbie here, wanna get into mechanical keyboards but dodge mainstream "gaming" brands. So my question is..

What are good entery level TKL keyboard under 100-150$?
(Used primarly for typing/coding)

I've been looking into Ducky One 2 TKL and Durgod Taurus K320, but wanted to get a second opinion from the community.
Thanks in advance.

<div class="md"><p>Newbie here, wanna get into mechanical keyboards but dodge mainstream &quot;gaming&quot; brands. So my question is..</p>

<p>What are good entery level TKL keyboard under 100-150$?
(Used primarly for typing/coding)</p>

<p>I&#39;ve been looking into Ducky One 2 TKL and Durgod Taurus K320, but wanted to get a second opinion from the community.
Thanks in advance.</p>
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I will be taking a 4-week vacation next year, and will be gaming on my laptop during that time. I'm looking for a portable/compact keyboard to use since the laptop's keyboard is terrible for gaming.

[Thoughts on this Monoprice keyboard?](https://www.monoprice.com/product?p_id=33540) Going Tenkeyless because it's compact and will be used just for gaming, and my laptop's keyboard has a numpad.

<div class="md"><p>I will be taking a 4-week vacation next year, and will be gaming on my laptop during that time. I&#39;m looking for a portable/compact keyboard to use since the laptop&#39;s keyboard is terrible for gaming.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.monoprice.com/product?p_id=33540">Thoughts on this Monoprice keyboard?</a> Going Tenkeyless because it&#39;s compact and will be used just for gaming, and my laptop&#39;s keyboard has a numpad.</p>
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Any way to fix a broken stem on a Corsair Strafe RGB keyboard? https://i.imgur.com/7YzflBF.jpg

Had no luck when I tried to glue it

<div class="md"><p>Any way to fix a broken stem on a Corsair Strafe RGB keyboard? <a href="https://i.imgur.com/7YzflBF.jpg">https://i.imgur.com/7YzflBF.jpg</a></p>

<p>Had no luck when I tried to glue it</p>
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Looking for a new keyboard

Must haves:

* Full keyboard layout
* Removable cable
* Media keys (would really prefer a scroll wheel)
* Cherry Mx Clear switches or similar

Strong preferences:

* Programmable keys
* Backlight (not necessarily RGB, but able to light up in the dark as I like to work with low light/in the dark)
* Volume dial/scroll wheel

Budget: Would prefer to buy used and keep it under ~$75, but I can go to ~$150.

Country: USA

With working from home being in my future for quite a while, I ~~need~~ want a new keyboard. I currently have an [Alienware AW768](https://www.dell.com/en-us/shop/alienware-pro-gaming-keyboard-aw768/apd/580-agjp/gaming) (with Cherry Mx Brown switches) as my daily driver. I also have a [Vortex Tab 90M](https://mechanicalkeyboards.com/shop/index.php?l=product_detail&amp;p=4558) (with Cherry Mx Clear switches) that I do not use as much since that is my work/travel keyboard. The issue for me currently is that I have my own PC and my work's laptop both on my desk/setup. I would normally have to unplug my Alienware from one computer to the other. I am getting kinda tired of this, and I also do not want to deal with two keyboards on my desk or having to move the work keyboard on/off my desk everyday. What I want is a keyboard with a removable cable so I can simply unplug/plug the computer I need for the moment.

On my Alienware, I really like the media keys and the programmable keys. I use both all the time, and they are a big reason why I like this keyboard.

On my Vortex, I really like the build quality of it. It is an expensive keyboard, and it sure feels like it. I don't use the multiple layers at all, but it is a neat feature. I got it because of how compact it is with a full layout and easily fits in my backpack for work. I also like the Clear switches a bit more than the Brown switches on my Alienware.

Basically, I want a keyboard with a layout of the Alienware AW768 (programmable keys and media controls are a must) with a removable cable. If Dell made an Alienware AW768 with a removable cable, I'd buy that. I could splurge and get one with a similar build quality to the Vortex Tab 90M, but not a huge issue. And yes, I could use the Vortex as my daily driver, but I would prefer to have a keyboard with a traditional full layout, and not the compact layout of the Vortex.

Please let me know of any keyboards that meet my needs. Thanks!

If I don't find a keyboard that meets my needs, I will buy a KVM switch instead of a new keyboard. Example: https://www.amazon.com/Selector-ABLEWE-Switcher-Peripheral-One-Button/dp/B07TS5JNT3/

<div class="md"><p>Looking for a new keyboard</p>

<p>Must haves:</p>

<ul>
<li>Full keyboard layout</li>
<li>Removable cable</li>
<li>Media keys (would really prefer a scroll wheel)</li>
<li>Cherry Mx Clear switches or similar</li>
</ul>

<p>Strong preferences:</p>

<ul>
<li>Programmable keys</li>
<li>Backlight (not necessarily RGB, but able to light up in the dark as I like to work with low light/in the dark)</li>
<li>Volume dial/scroll wheel</li>
</ul>

<p>Budget: Would prefer to buy used and keep it under ~$75, but I can go to ~$150.</p>

<p>Country: USA</p>

<p>With working from home being in my future for quite a while, I <del>need</del> want a new keyboard. I currently have an <a href="https://www.dell.com/en-us/shop/alienware-pro-gaming-keyboard-aw768/apd/580-agjp/gaming">Alienware AW768</a> (with Cherry Mx Brown switches) as my daily driver. I also have a <a href="https://mechanicalkeyboards.com/shop/index.php?l=product_detail&amp;amp;p=4558">Vortex Tab 90M</a> (with Cherry Mx Clear switches) that I do not use as much since that is my work/travel keyboard. The issue for me currently is that I have my own PC and my work&#39;s laptop both on my desk/setup. I would normally have to unplug my Alienware from one computer to the other. I am getting kinda tired of this, and I also do not want to deal with two keyboards on my desk or having to move the work keyboard on/off my desk everyday. What I want is a keyboard with a removable cable so I can simply unplug/plug the computer I need for the moment.</p>

<p>On my Alienware, I really like the media keys and the programmable keys. I use both all the time, and they are a big reason why I like this keyboard.</p>

<p>On my Vortex, I really like the build quality of it. It is an expensive keyboard, and it sure feels like it. I don&#39;t use the multiple layers at all, but it is a neat feature. I got it because of how compact it is with a full layout and easily fits in my backpack for work. I also like the Clear switches a bit more than the Brown switches on my Alienware.</p>

<p>Basically, I want a keyboard with a layout of the Alienware AW768 (programmable keys and media controls are a must) with a removable cable. If Dell made an Alienware AW768 with a removable cable, I&#39;d buy that. I could splurge and get one with a similar build quality to the Vortex Tab 90M, but not a huge issue. And yes, I could use the Vortex as my daily driver, but I would prefer to have a keyboard with a traditional full layout, and not the compact layout of the Vortex.</p>

<p>Please let me know of any keyboards that meet my needs. Thanks!</p>

<p>If I don&#39;t find a keyboard that meets my needs, I will buy a KVM switch instead of a new keyboard. Example: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Selector-ABLEWE-Switcher-Peripheral-One-Button/dp/B07TS5JNT3/">https://www.amazon.com/Selector-ABLEWE-Switcher-Peripheral-One-Button/dp/B07TS5JNT3/</a></p>
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Does anyone have any experience with putting Novelkey Creams into a Drop CTRL? I got the 70 Key switch tester from KBD fans and instantly fell in love with the creams but I havent seen much online about putting creams into one of these.

<div class="md"><p>Does anyone have any experience with putting Novelkey Creams into a Drop CTRL? I got the 70 Key switch tester from KBD fans and instantly fell in love with the creams but I havent seen much online about putting creams into one of these.</p>
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The stem of my cherry black switch popped out when switching a keycap from my Leopold FC750R. Is there a way for me to put it back in without desoldering and taking the whole keyboard apart?

<div class="md"><p>The stem of my cherry black switch popped out when switching a keycap from my Leopold FC750R. Is there a way for me to put it back in without desoldering and taking the whole keyboard apart?</p>
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Not sure if this is the right place to ask, but I'll put it here anyway:

So I got some Gateron Silent Reds on a keypad recently, but the switch on my left key seems a bit faulty and not smooth to click, feeling weird friction every time I press, and it sometimes makes a strange sound when I try to bottom out. It's hard to describe since I have no experience/knowledge with switches, and I'm not really sure whether this is what people refer to as 'scratchiness' which they say solves itself out over time, or whether my switch is just plain broken. I have no clue if a video would help demonstrate what I mean or if scratchiness is identifiable through the sound of the switch, but I've supplied one below anyway:

[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vfDpWBjf7Fc&feature=youtu.be](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vfDpWBjf7Fc&feature=youtu.be)

To reiterate, **it is only the left key that feels faulty**, the right key is perfectly fine, and I only hit it in the video to compare the sounds of the two. I just want to know if this is what people mean when they use the term 'scratchiness' since I hear reds are inherently scratchy, or if I have a different problem altogether.

<div class="md"><p>Not sure if this is the right place to ask, but I&#39;ll put it here anyway:</p>

<p>So I got some Gateron Silent Reds on a keypad recently, but the switch on my left key seems a bit faulty and not smooth to click, feeling weird friction every time I press, and it sometimes makes a strange sound when I try to bottom out. It&#39;s hard to describe since I have no experience/knowledge with switches, and I&#39;m not really sure whether this is what people refer to as &#39;scratchiness&#39; which they say solves itself out over time, or whether my switch is just plain broken. I have no clue if a video would help demonstrate what I mean or if scratchiness is identifiable through the sound of the switch, but I&#39;ve supplied one below anyway:</p>

<p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vfDpWBjf7Fc&amp;feature=youtu.be">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vfDpWBjf7Fc&amp;feature=youtu.be</a></p>

<p>To reiterate, <strong>it is only the left key that feels faulty</strong>, the right key is perfectly fine, and I only hit it in the video to compare the sounds of the two. I just want to know if this is what people mean when they use the term &#39;scratchiness&#39; since I hear reds are inherently scratchy, or if I have a different problem altogether.</p>
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<div class="md"><p>Ask ANY question, get an answer.</p>

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