u/jorgey2k

Hi everyone, I’m just looking to get some opinions and hear what you all think.
I put down a refundable deposit to reserve a vehicle, but now I need to decide if I should move forward with it or order a brand new one from Tesla.

The one I found is a 2026 Model Y Premium RWD in Quicksilver with the white interior and gray headliner. It’s listed at $44,000 out the door (cash) and has 6,300 miles on it. To me, that seems practically brand new.

This would also be my first EV, so I’m trying to make the smartest financial decision. My other option is to order a brand new one from Tesla, but after financing and everything, I’d be looking at roughly $55,000.

For those of you with more experience, does the used one sound like a solid deal, or would you spend the extra money and go brand new? I’m mainly looking for the best bang for my buck and long term value.

I really appreciate any feedback, advice, or things I should consider before making a decision. Thank you!

Hey everyone, I could really use some advice and outside perspectives on my current dog situation.

About a month ago, I rescued two pups from a shelter a male and a female, both assumed to be German Shepherd mixes. The shelter told me they were both around 4 months old, but after taking them to the vet, I was told the male is closer to 4 months while the female might actually be around 6 months.

From the start, I’ve had a feeling they may not have been treated very well before I got them. They were especially skittish around me (male), but not nearly as much with my spouse (female). Over the past month, they’ve improved a bit and aren’t as timid as they were initially, but their confidence still seems inconsistent, some days are better than others.

One thing that surprises me is their temperament. Based on their breed mix, I expected them to be at least somewhat protective or alert, but honestly, they lack that instinct most of the time. They’re very chill almost too chill. They sleep or lay around most of the day, even though they have space where I’d expect them to be more active and playful like typical puppies.

Training has also been a mixed experience. I’ve been trying to teach them basic commands and small tricks, but it often feels like they have selective hearing. What’s confusing is that they seem to have some prior training, they’re already potty trained, generally well behaved, and not very “puppy like” in terms of energy or chaos.

I initially considered doing a board and train program, but was advised to give them time to adjust and build trust first. Now that it’s been about a month, I’m wondering:

•	Is it realistic to expect more progress from them, or am I expecting too much?

•	Could their behavior (low energy, timidness, selective listening) be tied to past experiences or trauma?

•	Would professional training be worth the investment at this stage?

•	Has anyone experienced something similar with rescue dogs, especially shepherd mixes?

I want to do right by them, but I’m not sure if I’m interpreting their behavior correctly or setting the wrong expectations. Any insight would be appreciated. Feel free to let me know any advice. TIA

Hey everyone, looking to get some thoughts and opinions from those with more experience.

I’m planning to start carrying again, likely a CS or C OWB setup, and I’ve been going back and forth on whether I should run a weapon light (specifically something like a TLR-7 HL-X series) or keep it slick.

For context, my last CCW was a Glock 43X MOS with a TLR-7 Sub. Thankfully, I never had to use it. I have been debating whether the mindset of “better to have it and not need it than need it and not have it.” is efficient. Now that I’m setting things up again, I’m questioning if that’s still the right approach especially for OWB carry.

I plan on buying two OWB holsters, one for each of them. So I wondered if I should run one with a light and one without a light. If so, which one with what set up?

I’m trying to make the most practical and responsible decision here, not just what sounds good in theory. I want to be confident in my setup moving forward, both in terms of comfort and real world usability.

A few things I’ve been considering:

Does running a light meaningfully impact your day to day carry (comfort, concealment, holster options)?

How much value does a WML realistically add in civilian defensive scenarios?

Any drawbacks you’ve personally experienced running a light on your CCW?

Also open to any advice on OWB carry in general, holster setups, training considerations, or things you wish you knew before dialing in your carry system.

Appreciate any input just trying to build a setup that makes sense and that I can trust.