Random questions to which you seek an answer

[crankyfart]

@Megatron1505:

I know guys who spend just as much as I do, but on far lower quality items. I have three pairs of jeans, they have 25, I have 8 shirts, they have 50. To me, they are operating a false economy, our gear will last the test of time, there's will be on a dump in the next 12 months.

well said. 

[grandmasterben]

Good opinions there, thanks guys! I agree with you.

[crankyfart]

@grandmasterben:

Good opinions there, thanks guys! I agree with you.

yeah so don't feel bad about spending so much on quality stuffs. So now, go to www.ironheart.co.uk and start getting more quality stuffs that you can use for the next 2-3 decades at least.

[grandmasterben]

Hahahahaha…..you crazy bastards.

[Guest]

Have e-books always been more expensive than paperbacks?

[Morose_Penguin]

Pretty much I think. That's one of the two reasons why I don't own any…

[Guest]

Yeah…just came back from the local bookstore hoping to pick up the Game of Thrones bundle,that was unfortunately not available, when I realized I could likely buy them for cheaper via Amazon. Not the case. Merde.

[Morose_Penguin]

Best to buy paperbacks second hand I find, either in charity shops or online. I realise that this is straying wildly off-topic (sorry). Check out abebooks.com or alibris.com.

[rocket]

thats not off topic, you are answering a question…

[rocket]

anyone working here with graphic tablets, thinking about buying a Wacom Intuos5 Touch, not really sure about what size to get, small or medium. Would prob mostly be used with a 15.6 laptop… some input would be nice...

[Guest]

^ Not at all. And your help is much appreciated, M_P.

[Seul]

I'm a be checking those links as well, M_P!.. Cheers, mate!..

[DougNg]

Anyone have suggestions on a gas powered generator? I just went through 24 hours without electricity in 100+ degrees weather

[Chris]

I've had good luck with half.com for cheap books.

Damn, Doug, that sounds awful.  I don't have any info on generators, though.  Sorry.:(

[Chris]

Is there some sort of technical reason why the gray marl tee shirts are 95% cotton instead of 100% like the other colors?

[urbanwoodsman]

What are the best running shoes?

Not too concerned about looks.
At least 80% of my running is on a treadmill.

I know this might just come down to preference, but I'm sure there have to be some shoe specs out there that are better than others.

As of right now, I'm into New Balance.
Anyone have a preferred New Balance shoe?

[Megatron1505]

I haven't ran for a few months, but I use Nike Air Max 360, and find them to be fine.

[simonc]

for a big guy I think Brooks are pretty good, check these out urb http://www.brooksrunning.com/Brooks-PureCadence/1101101D142.070,default,pd.html?start=13&cgid=mens-runningshoes-support

[Sugar Mountain]

Re running shoes, if you're in need of some support and motion control (a good shop can assess this for you), I would recommend Brooks. Their running shoes are solid, well-constructed and comfortable. If you can get away with a neutral shoe, Nike shoes from the Lunar series and the classic Pegasus are excellent.

I've used both of these brands and they served me well over hundreds and hundreds of training miles and racing.

[Giles]

@Chris:

Is there some sort of technical reason why the gray marl tee shirts are 95% cotton instead of 100% like the other colors?

The 95% label in the grey marl Tee is a mistake.  It is 100% cotton….