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[dubs]

WOOOOOOOOW WOOOTTT it's out???

Comes out on Tuesday, and my stick arrives on Wed, can't wait!

 

[GotMyOrangeCrus]

Sorry if you took what I said in an insulting way. It's not the way I meant it.

When I said your choices were a bit odd, it was coming from the perspective of someone who doesn't see jackets in much the same way as shirts, jeans, socks, etc, where you buy lots and lots of similar jackets (e.g. short, waist-level down jackets). I don't buy duplicates. It doesn't mean that I don't understand the need for different jackets for different situations though.

But again, I didn't mean you were some sort of weirdo. Everyone has something they like to sink their money into.


FYI, the 2 softshell jackets I own are from Arcteryx (which I got for cost price minus 30%), and a TNF Cipher fitted one. They're pretty much the same, except for fit.

Absolutely not. I wasn't insulted at all. I was just trying to explain the way I think about jackets. I think of them no differently than I do my blue jeans and sunglasses. So no apology or explanation needed. Everyone is different and again I am a self confessed outdoor equipment and sunglass junkie. I am also starting to get really bad with watches and knives too, lol

I am actually not a big fan of Arc'Terex. They make really nice jackets, I just never liked the way their jackets fit. They really go for that snug and articulated fit and I like my jackets a little more roomy. My favorite jackets are without a single doubt 66 North. IMO they are hands down the best jackets being made today. If it weren't for the price I would be over there right now ordering more. Thankfully they dont have a winter clearance because if they did I would order the whole damn store. The next time you need a jacket you should honestly give them a look. If I had to pick just one jacket out of my entire collection to keep, it would without a doubt be a 66 North jacket. That company just really gets it.

 

[dubs]

Bought a new tv stand last night. Took 3 hours to put it together and organize the cables...grr

Where'd you get this stand? I need to get a new stand for my TV.

 

[MattG]

Airfoil

 

[drewsof07]

D40
$400 (pays to go to school with the manager)

Previously bought a Canon SX110is but it was performing well below my needs so I just returned it.

I have 14 days to fall in love with the D40

 

[quicksilver77]

Where'd you get this stand? I need to get a new stand for my TV.

It is a Techcraft TRK50B

http://www.techcraft.net/4105/detail.asp?product_id=1630

 

[creator2456]

Been a long time listener and now was a good time to get stuff from the store. Lots of freebies

 

[bwiissofly]

Airfoil

AWESOME application.
I had no idea this type of app existed.

 

[debroglie]

Canon EOS XS Kit & 1 TB WD Mybook
Not doing so well with the budget this month

 

[thr33face]

My current storage situation consists of 3 external drives with only 420GB total capacity and the internal (250GB) MacBook HD.
Free space for the externals is about 2GB and 10GB for the MacBook. (which makes it extra-slow ...)

To have some breathing room I just bought these thingies:

• 4x WD 1TB HDDs
  
  
  
• 1x Intel SS4200
  

Sorry, pics aren't my own as I haven't picked them up yet (but will on tuesday wednesday)

 

[iJohnHenry]

HAL, how's it goin'??

 

[Abstract]

If I had to pick just one jacket out of my entire collection to keep, it would without a doubt be a 66 North jacket. That company just really gets it.

Depends on the type of jacket, no?


The reason Arcteryx jackets are tight are because they're predominantly climber's jackets. It's also why a lot of their shell jackets only go up to the waist. It gives you a bit more freedom to move if there are no saggy bits in the arms, hips, etc. It's also why the hood on Arcteryx jackets is designed so well. Also, the wicking properties of a jacket improve if it's close to your skin, so I like them to fit really close. The problem is that if you don't have the correct build, it's not for you.

Also, it's a bit constricting if you have a lot of layers on.

On the other hand, if I'm just outside doing regular things, a longer jacket is better. I have a 3-ply Arcteryx jacket, and I really wish I bought a 2-ply instead, perhaps from another brand.


Anyway, I'll check it 66 North.

 

[Melrose]

I picked me up these bad boys...

Sapphire is better than Tanqueray I think.. more subtle, better in a martini. Jameson's is made for straight up or rocks, but 'tis coolness however it be consumed.

 

[jackiecanev2]

Good ol' Dawkins:

 

[chordate68]

I've never seen it b4 and I hear it's really good.

that movie is really good. you might have to watch it more than once to understand it.

I also got this amazing WW2 style jacket! It originally cost $122 but I got it for $26.

thats a sweet jacket! where did you get it? which brand is it?

 

[Surely]

My new Tissot PRC 200 that I bought today:

 

[Shannighan]

My new Tissot PRC 200 that I bought today:

i would buy a watch from that brand just because of the funny name

 

[Prof.]

thats a sweet jacket! where did you get it? which brand is it?

I got it at Macy's. It's Lucky Brand.

 

[spyderdsm]

Bought a new tv stand last night. Took 3 hours to put it together and organize the cables...grr

nice looking place...that stand looks great!
can i see another pic of the ottoman?? im shopping around for one and that ones looks like what im looking for

 

[rust.puppet]

[[please dont kill me ikea fanboys but officemax had a 50% off sale and my closest ikea is like 4 hours away.]]

mid back executive chair [[flux 2]]

Vantage Collection Corner Desk [[Light Dragonwood]]

just a note, ive spent 7 or 8 hours putting that desk together and im only on step 14 out of 27... i have faith ill finish it tomorrow. ill have pics up when i finally finish my office.

 

[Surely]

i would buy a watch from that brand just because of the funny name

What's the funny part?

It's pronounced tee-SOh, by the way.

 

[drewsof07]

[[please dont kill me ikea fanboys ..... my closest ikea is like 4 hours away.]]

You talking about Cincinnati or the one in Pennsylvania?

Cincy is about 2 hours for me, but I make the trip twice a year and bring home at least 1 new goody every time. I'm hoping to have my whole room redecorated by the end of 2009. I started last summer with my Jonas desk + floor lamp + table lamp and some decorations, second trip I came back with Lack shelves to match the desk and some stuff for the kitchen.

Ikea is my place I go to treat myself (with exception of the Apple store) lol
Oh, and half/chicken with mashed potatoes FTW! Swedish meatballs don't stand a chance against the roasted chicken!

 

[spencers]

YES! YES!!! YES!!!!

Won a Nintendo 64 system on eBay. It will be like jumping on a time machine to 1997! Can't wait!

 

[Shotglass]

YES! YES!!! YES!!!!

Won a Nintendo 64 system on eBay. It will be like jumping on a time machine to 1997! Can't wait!

Did that a few years ago. Such a great game. Make sure you get Conker's Bad Fur Day. Best N64 game ever.

 

[ls206]

Perfect Dark is a MUST!