KT pencils are emerging as my favourite, I especially love the roulette. I think I'm more a 0.5 guy which surprises me as I really liked 0.7 when I started collecting. Excited to try this out.
I just got a 10a a after upgrading from pixel 6. I used a screen protector for pixel 6 but I'm not even sure if it was completely necessary. How tough is the screen? Is it likely to survive accidentally dropping it on concrete or tiles?
Hi all, what do you think my maintenance calories are based on this data? My 7-day average weight change is the difference between my average weight across one entire week and my average across the next, smoothing out daily fluctuations. For example, if my daily weights average 241 lbs in Week 1 and 240 lbs in Week 2, my 7-day average weight change is a clean net loss of 1 pound. My 7-day average calories is the total number of calories I eat in a week divided by seven, giving me a stable daily intake figure that accounts for high and low days. Thanks!
| Week Commencing | 7DA_KCAL | Weight_7D_Avg |
|---|---|---|
| 20/02/2026 | 3871 | 1.3 |
| 27/02/2026 | 3350 | -1.6 |
| 06/03/2026 | 2876 | 0.2 |
| 13/03/2026 | 3805 | -1.6 |
| 20/03/2026 | 3304 | -0.2 |
| 27/03/2026 | 3322 | 0.3 |
| 03/04/2026 | 3866 | 0.9 |
| 10/04/2026 | 3387 | 1.9 |
| 17/04/2026 | 3002 | -1.2 |
| 24/04/2026 | 3003 | -1 |
| 01/05/2026 | 3026 | -1.1 |
| 08/05/2026 | 3353 | 1.2 |
| 15/05/2026 | 3042 | -0.3 |
| 22/05/2026 | 2958 | -0.2 |
| 29/05/2026 | 3473 | 0 |
| 05/06/2026 | 3224 | 0 |
| 12/06/2026 | 2852 | -0.6 |
How do you rate these?
Hi all, recently my maintenance calories calculations have been too high so I've lost less weight each week than I expected. This is bothering me as it feels like I'm putting in an honest effort but not getting the full benefits. Any one else struggle with this? I've tried many different ways of calculating maintenance but at the moment the most accurate for me seems to be the Katch-McArdle (Hybrid) by sail rabbit:
https://www.sailrabbit.com/bmr/
I've also gone down a spreadsheet rabbit hole similar to n-suns spreadsheet. The basic concept is estimating based on averages from previous weeks. What's the most reliable method you have found?
Really disappointed. Is there anyway I can fix it? The metal tip does fit back in but the lead doesn't inject into it. The metal tip was bent when I picked it up, I dropped it from about 4ft onto a laminate floor. I'd appreciate any help. Thanks!
Hi all,
I really enjoyed some recommendations for podcasts that I found on reddit so want to pay it back and make my own recommendation:
https://30for30podcasts.com/chasing-basketball-heaven/
**Trigger Warning: Premeditated suicide.** The *30 for 30* podcast explores the tragic life of Martin Manley, an eccentric 1980s sports fan who used advanced analytics to predict the NBA’s 3-point revolution decades before the rest of the league. However, his compulsive need for data and control took a dark turn when he spent years meticulously orchestrating his own suicide for his 60th birthday. In 2013, the exact moment he took his life, a massive, pre-paid website he secretly built went live—flooding the internet with a deeply unsettling, highly organized digital archive of essays, financial records, and personal philosophies explaining his final decision to die while still healthy and in total control.
Just got this today and so far it's very similar to the 849. I paid about 3 times more for the 849 but the 844 was on sale for half price. Anyone know why the 849 costs more? Also, this also has the mild rattle that I posted about before. There's been different views on whether the rattle is normal so I asked Caran d'Ache directly about this and they said:
"We can confirm that a slight rattling noise can be normal on the 849 mechanical pencil due to the design of its internal mechanism and the presence of metal components inside the barrel. Even with the lead removed, a small amount of movement may still be perceptible and can produce a light rattling sound when the pencil is shaken. That said, the rattling should remain relatively discreet and should not affect the functionality, quality, or writing performance of the pencil. If the noise is particularly loud or if you notice any issue with the mechanism itself, we would recommend contacting your retailer again for further assessment."
It's going to take a few weeks to try these out properly but so far I love them. My only concern is the rattle on the Caran d'Ache but apparently that's normal. My favorite is the Pilot S20 0.5, I may even prefer it to my previous favorite the rotring 600 0.7...
Hi, I got this pencil today and it rattles, even after I take the lead out. I think it's the inner tube. Also, the clip comes off surprisingly easy, you can just pull it down. Is this normal? Just doesn't seem right for such an expensive pencil. Should I return it? Thanks.
I got this a few days ago and it is the closest contender yet to my favorite pencil the rotring 600 0.7. I still really enjoy the heavy grip and metallic feel of the rotring but there is so much to appreciate about the drehgriffel - the old school 1920s look, the robust design, the twist mechanism, what's not to like?
Hi all, I got this pen as a gift and I really like the pen itself but I just don't like the gel ink. I prefer the ink that comes in the standard BIC ballpoint pen. I also love mechanical pencils. My favorite is the rotring 600 0.7mm and I write with this pretty much everyday. Can you recommend an alternative ink cartridge that would suit this pen and my preferences better please? Thanks
I got my second "proper" mechanical pencil a few days ago; the Pentel Kerry. This is an excellent pencil and I will happily take it out of the house due to the robust cap. However, I really like the rotring 600 0.7mm which was the first pencil I bought. The look, the weighted tip, the grip... it just feels great to write with. More to come...
Just arrived today, after the first few minutes I like how smooth it is to write with, the grip and how it looks. I'm not used to writing with such a heavy pencil. This is the first proper mechanical pencil I have bought.
Just got this delivered today from Amazon for €12.32 total including import charges. My initial reaction is that it's more sturdy and robust than the plastic mechanical pencils I've been using for years but I think I actually prefer the grip on the plastic ones. I'm left wanting to get a "proper" mechanical pencil after reading this sub a lot over the last few days so I don't think I'm done yet. Overall I would give this set four out of five stars because you actually get quite a lot for the price and for most folks who don't seem to have the mechanical pencil bug like I do, it's probably fine for most use cases.
Hi Bryan, I’m curious about your perspective on death with dignity laws and assisted dying. How do you think these fit within your broader philosophy on aging, health, and longevity? Under what circumstances, if any, do you think assisted dying should be ethically acceptable or legally available? Happy to give my personal answer to these questions also. Thanks, friend.