Delta Force Selection, do you think its strictly a fixed time or a whole-candidate judgement?

Since the time standard for Delta's Long Walk has never been made public, do you think it's a fixed cutoff, or is it flexible depending on the candidate?

For example, if a candidate scored well above the minimum on the intelligence tests, might they still pass if they finished the Long Walk slightly over the time limit? What about other strengths, like fluency in a specific language, natural leadership, being well liked, or other valuable personality traits? Could the "standard" be adjusted for them?

I know a flexible standard sounds like an oxymoron, but since the time is never disclosed, I wonder whether passing depends on more than a specific time and is really a combination of factors. inb4 no one knows..

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u/ExistingAnswers — 12 days ago

Anyone have experience using/seeing the SeeMee300 tail-light? I'm worried it's too blinding for riders behind me.

I angled it down as much as I could on my seat post and set it to Group Ride setting which is the lowest lumens. It still blinds me when I glance at it. The optilight that shines down at your feet is excellent though for safety so I want to keep it. I'm just worried about others behind me. Might cause road rage or something.

https://www.cyclingnews.com/reviews/magicshine-seemee300-bike-light-review/

u/ExistingAnswers — 1 month ago

How's the Central Park Loop these days for cycling? It's been a few years since I rode. Will start riding again.

After covid I stopped cycling as much. How's the park these days in terms of traffic, lanes, safety, etc?

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u/ExistingAnswers — 2 months ago

Porter YOSHIDA - Shoulder Bags - Do you prefer their "S" size or the regular L ?

If you were to buy one bag only, which size would you get it in?

Some info: Regular size (L?) https://youtu.be/MiFPx1GSyDw?si=Eoap1jBVieTXAkxm&t=194

Small size https://youtu.be/MiFPx1GSyDw?si=K2GJ-0UYViQBqZXG&t=218

Large: 13.0 x 10.6 x 3.9 inches Small is 11" × 7.9" × 3.3"

Obviously YMMV but from your personal use, which size is more useful?

I figure I can fit all my EDC essentials and maybe a camera in the Small, but the Large can fit a water bottle and maybe some technical clothing on top of it.

I won't be able to see them in person so trying to make the best decision.

u/ExistingAnswers — 4 months ago

Anyone have experience with the Tumi "Pearl Grey Mesh" material?

Anyone have experience with the Tumi Pearl Grey Mesh ? How does it hold up? How durable is it compared to their Ballistic Nylon?

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u/ExistingAnswers — 4 months ago

Tumi Nomadic Backpack - how are yours holding up?

I'm thinking of upgrading my Tumi Tyndall to the Nomadic for more space. I currently travel with laptop + 2 portable monitors and all kinds of charging bricks so adding clothes/toiletries is getting tight.

How has your Nomadic held up over the years?

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u/ExistingAnswers — 4 months ago

Are glued pockets an issue? I've seen bad reviews for the Gamma SL Short 9" that I just ordered.

I'm just wondering if this will be an issue later. I'm in EU for the summers and it often gets scorching hot there that even my camera lens stickers fall off. Has anyone had issues? If not, how long have you had your items?

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u/ExistingAnswers — 5 months ago
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2025 Stockholm Media Console - Has anyone removed the legs and had it flat on the ground?

I'm wondering if this is an option and if the unit can handle it. I prefer my console lower to the ground to accommodate my low profile sofa. If not this model, has this been done to their previous media consoles?

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u/ExistingAnswers — 5 months ago