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Re: What you Buy or DIY show off thread
« Reply #5800 on: June 19, 2018, 06:09:18 pm »
Got a pair of Bose SoundTrue Ultra in-ear headphones yesterday.  They are noise-isolating and do a great job.  My Klipsch ones died after 5 yrs of intense use.  So far, I'd say the Klipschs sounded warmer, but the Bose pair is much more comfortable, a better fit and will be great for use at the gym and while running.


When are you going to have time to go to gym or running after next month  ???  :)

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Re: What you Buy or DIY show off thread
« Reply #5801 on: June 19, 2018, 10:07:31 pm »
I had a Bob, and could even tackle some minor trails with it.  Kids don't mean you can't work out.


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Re: What you Buy or DIY show off thread
« Reply #5802 on: June 20, 2018, 03:24:24 pm »
Yup, we're looking at either a Bob or Thule running stroller.  The running will continue.

Mrs. Burger just stopped running about 10 days ago.  Before that, she continued running through the pregnancy albeit at a lower weekly mileage.  When she decided to stop, it was because she found her gait wasn't normal anymore and because of the way her feet were landing, her shins were hurting quite a bit.  I believe she'll be back at it by September at the latest.  Won't be taking the baby on our runs until early next year though.

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Re: What you Buy or DIY show off thread
« Reply #5803 on: June 20, 2018, 03:49:46 pm »
Yup, we're looking at either a Bob or Thule running stroller.  The running will continue.

The beauty of a Bob is that they sell well on the used market - I got quite a bit for mine used, making the total cost a lot less of a sting than the fairly high upfront price suggests.  They're super durable, holy crap.  I ran a LOT, on trails, on pavement, whatever, and it always cleaned up to like new.  They're tough.

One thing to note is that you have to watch your hip position as it's tempting to lean far forward with the stroller.  It took me a few outings, but I was able to keep my proper form and use the stroller - it just took some conscious work at first.  When we were getting to the end of the time with the stroller, my daughter became a real motivator.  She loved to go out, wanted me to go fast, and wanted longer runs.  Then we switched to her biking with me running, unless on dirt trails.

The kid has enjoyed being fit and had been pretty motivated, even having her own gym membership through high school, but she thumbed her nose as running.  But, this spring, one of her mentors mentioned that she uses trail running as a great way to keep cardio fit for climbing and for the off-ski-season.  OH WELL GUESS WHAT?  Running is suddenly awesome.  "Dad send money for running shoes..."   :rofl2:

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Re: What you Buy or DIY show off thread
« Reply #5804 on: June 21, 2018, 09:53:00 am »
Yup, we're looking at either a Bob or Thule running stroller.  The running will continue.

Mrs. Burger just stopped running about 10 days ago.  Before that, she continued running through the pregnancy albeit at a lower weekly mileage.  When she decided to stop, it was because she found her gait wasn't normal anymore and because of the way her feet were landing, her shins were hurting quite a bit.  I believe she'll be back at it by September at the latest.  Won't be taking the baby on our runs until early next year though.

If its just for running, get a Bob as they are significantly lighter. We rented a double version of the one posted above on our last vacation and it was a breeze to push it around.

However, we own a Chariot (Thule) Chinook 2. Its a little heaver than the Bob but it is also a bike trailer (main reason we bought), storage is more flexible (has a removable bag with a shoulder strap) and it provides better sun/rain/bug protection.
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Re: What you Buy or DIY show off thread
« Reply #5805 on: June 23, 2018, 11:09:36 pm »
I know it's been asked before but dash cams?  with movements sensor(for night), loop,.... affordable etc
Lots of info here
https://dashcamtalk.com
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Re: What you Buy or DIY show off thread
« Reply #5806 on: June 24, 2018, 02:42:16 pm »
I would. We have had the front ones on both vehicles for a while now, and they are nice for piece of mind. Covering the back as well would be great

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Re: What you Buy or DIY show off thread
« Reply #5807 on: June 24, 2018, 08:20:34 pm »
Who needs a truck.   ;D

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Re: What you Buy or DIY show off thread
« Reply #5808 on: June 25, 2018, 10:18:24 pm »
Received the Nest X Yale Lock today and and installed it tonight.  Easy installation and pretty slick app and set it up on my phone, my wife's phone and my daughter's phone.  Nice being able to lock and unlock the door from anywhere and not worrying about a key.

https://nest.com/ca/lock/nest-yale-lock-key-free-smart-lock/overview/?gclid=Cj0KCQjwpcLZBRCnARIsAMPBgF0AYsKcxrT1ySKHnFtQfhgk2OPD87rQEwBGqndV25uHPadVYqo_dyEaAmW0EALw_wcB&dclid=CODR8Y-h8NsCFUoNNwodI6ALIg
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Re: What you Buy or DIY show off thread
« Reply #5809 on: June 26, 2018, 08:46:27 am »
Received the Nest X Yale Lock today and and installed it tonight.  Easy installation and pretty slick app and set it up on my phone, my wife's phone and my daughter's phone.  Nice being able to lock and unlock the door from anywhere and not worrying about a key.

https://nest.com/ca/lock/nest-yale-lock-key-free-smart-lock/overview/?gclid=Cj0KCQjwpcLZBRCnARIsAMPBgF0AYsKcxrT1ySKHnFtQfhgk2OPD87rQEwBGqndV25uHPadVYqo_dyEaAmW0EALw_wcB&dclid=CODR8Y-h8NsCFUoNNwodI6ALIg
Until the power goes out in the house and the battery dies  :rofl2:

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Re: What you Buy or DIY show off thread
« Reply #5810 on: June 26, 2018, 08:50:35 am »
Received the Nest X Yale Lock today and and installed it tonight.  Easy installation and pretty slick app and set it up on my phone, my wife's phone and my daughter's phone.  Nice being able to lock and unlock the door from anywhere and not worrying about a key.

https://nest.com/ca/lock/nest-yale-lock-key-free-smart-lock/overview/?gclid=Cj0KCQjwpcLZBRCnARIsAMPBgF0AYsKcxrT1ySKHnFtQfhgk2OPD87rQEwBGqndV25uHPadVYqo_dyEaAmW0EALw_wcB&dclid=CODR8Y-h8NsCFUoNNwodI6ALIg

That would be cool.  Also cool would be a pinpad to unlock in case you also leave you phone at home (say, you're going out for a run or something). 

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Re: What you Buy or DIY show off thread
« Reply #5811 on: June 26, 2018, 09:01:34 am »
Received the Nest X Yale Lock today and and installed it tonight.  Easy installation and pretty slick app and set it up on my phone, my wife's phone and my daughter's phone.  Nice being able to lock and unlock the door from anywhere and not worrying about a key.

https://nest.com/ca/lock/nest-yale-lock-key-free-smart-lock/overview/?gclid=Cj0KCQjwpcLZBRCnARIsAMPBgF0AYsKcxrT1ySKHnFtQfhgk2OPD87rQEwBGqndV25uHPadVYqo_dyEaAmW0EALw_wcB&dclid=CODR8Y-h8NsCFUoNNwodI6ALIg

That would be cool.  Also cool would be a pinpad to unlock in case you also leave you phone at home (say, you're going out for a run or something).
It does have a pin pad to unlock as long as the batteries don't die, had that happen to our lock once ,
Our lock still has a key

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Re: What you Buy or DIY show off thread
« Reply #5812 on: June 26, 2018, 09:17:50 am »
Received the Nest X Yale Lock today and and installed it tonight.  Easy installation and pretty slick app and set it up on my phone, my wife's phone and my daughter's phone.  Nice being able to lock and unlock the door from anywhere and not worrying about a key.

https://nest.com/ca/lock/nest-yale-lock-key-free-smart-lock/overview/?gclid=Cj0KCQjwpcLZBRCnARIsAMPBgF0AYsKcxrT1ySKHnFtQfhgk2OPD87rQEwBGqndV25uHPadVYqo_dyEaAmW0EALw_wcB&dclid=CODR8Y-h8NsCFUoNNwodI6ALIg

Could not only be your family thinking this  :P
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Re: What you Buy or DIY show off thread
« Reply #5813 on: June 26, 2018, 10:17:31 am »
The wifes cousins have a locksmith franchise down in Calgary and we talked to them about these "smart" doorlocks and deadbolts. They are 100% against them, do not stock them, do not sell them, do not install them and they do not recommend them. I thought it was a great idea but when they told me how easy they were to bypass, wife and I agreed they are no bueno. This all depends on where you live though.
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Re: What you Buy or DIY show off thread
« Reply #5814 on: June 26, 2018, 10:19:23 am »
The wifes cousins have a locksmith franchise down in Calgary and we talked to them about these "smart" doorlocks and deadbolts. They are 100% against them, do not stock them, do not sell them, do not install them and they do not recommend them. I thought it was a great idea but when they told me how easy they were to bypass, wife and I agreed they are no bueno. This all depends on where you live though.

Are you sure that's even true?

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Re: What you Buy or DIY show off thread
« Reply #5815 on: June 26, 2018, 10:22:55 am »
The wifes cousins have a locksmith franchise down in Calgary and we talked to them about these "smart" doorlocks and deadbolts. They are 100% against them, do not stock them, do not sell them, do not install them and they do not recommend them. I thought it was a great idea but when they told me how easy they were to bypass, wife and I agreed they are no bueno. This all depends on where you live though.

Are you sure that's even true?

I have absolutely 0 reason to doubt them. They have researched them extensively and there are far too many security gaps and unknowns for their business to get involved in them.

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Re: What you Buy or DIY show off thread
« Reply #5816 on: June 26, 2018, 03:48:45 pm »
The wifes cousins have a locksmith franchise down in Calgary and we talked to them about these "smart" doorlocks and deadbolts. They are 100% against them, do not stock them, do not sell them, do not install them and they do not recommend them. I thought it was a great idea but when they told me how easy they were to bypass, wife and I agreed they are no bueno. This all depends on where you live though.

Are you sure that's even true?

I have absolutely 0 reason to doubt them. They have researched them extensively and there are far too many security gaps and unknowns for their business to get involved in them.

A lock is merely a deterrent, anyway.  If somebody really, really wants to get into your house, nothing will stop them...

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Re: What you Buy or DIY show off thread
« Reply #5817 on: June 27, 2018, 07:53:50 am »
I've got smart locks on my house.  My dad installed one on his a few years ago.  I accidentally inserted my key into their door...and it worked. So when I got home I inserted their house key into mine, and it didn't work.  But mine works in both theirs and mine...weird. Good thing I'm not a burglary type.

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Re: What you Buy or DIY show off thread
« Reply #5818 on: June 30, 2018, 12:01:46 am »
So, not really bought or DIY, although I did help my Dad build it ten years ago. 



It will be coming with us to Rushing River, and also Banff.  My Dad doesn't see himself using it again, so he told me I could just keep it indefinitely.  Thanks Dad!!!!

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Re: What you Buy or DIY show off thread
« Reply #5819 on: June 30, 2018, 08:10:31 am »
Very cool.