u/scrubsandcode

Hey r/SeattleBike,

Starting a new job soon and picking up e-biking as my commute method and wanted to get some real input before I'm out there in the dark and rain for the first time.

My setup:

• Cannondale Tesoro Neo Carbon 2 (Bosch motor, 60Nm/600W, 400Wh battery)
• Commuting 3x/week, ~25 min each way, all paved roads/bike lanes
• I'm 6'2", 260 pounds
• Comes stock with a headlight, fenders, and rear rack, but I'm planning to add a brighter headlight and extra reflective gear/rear light

My questions:

1. For those of you riding home once it's dark, how safe do you actually feel? Any lighting setup you swear by beyond the basics?
2. Any general gear/accessories must haves? Socks, rain gear, anything you wish you'd bought on day one instead of learning the hard way?
3. If anyone's ridden / has a Tesoro Neo or similar Bosch-motor commuter, curious how it's held up, especially in our wet winters.

One thing I've already decided: on genuinely nasty rainy days, I'm just going to drive and pay for parking rather than fight the weather. More curious about the "normal drizzle" riding experience than the worst-case-scenario days.

Appreciate any input!! trying to set myself up to actually enjoy this instead of dreading it lol

Hi! I am very lucky to have received an offer from a big MANGA to be a senior engineer. I have been stymied at my current big tech and only have 4 YOE so this has been a major hop for myself. I’ll be transitioning to this new role within the next month.

I’m seeking advice or resources on how to start approaching being a senior, ESPECIALLY as the only woman in this genre of engineering for the entire 1200+ people org. I truly lack so much confidence here and have major imposter syndrome thinking I tricked them or something into thinking I’m capable enough for senior.

I want to take the next month both resting and coasting out my two weeks notice but also start preparing a bit for this next role. I have so so so uninvested in at my current position, have had a horrible time, and truly have been just letting it die a slow death while I looked for a new position. I truly have no idea how to be hungry again and really “try” anymore. I’ve learned that trying doesn’t get you anywhere and I’ve given up.

I really want to feel that hunger and let it embolden some modicum of confidence to believe I’m worthy and capable enough for this position.

The issue I’m facing is I don’t even know how. I have the engineering experience to back it up but not experience in being a strong and valued voice in the room.

I’d love any advice? Is this a “fake till you make it” situation lol? Do you have any specific advice on starting a new role at a new company, especially when a level jump?

Please and thank you wise women of this tech world <3

Hello, bitches.

Looking for any cleaner recommendations for my 1b/1ba apartment. My mother is visiting and I do not have the energy to do a deep clean up to her standards this week and would like to treat myself.

I’m in cap hill area if it matters!

Thanks :)

Hey Kraken fans!

I’ve been in this amazing city for over four years and am diving into local sports. How should I kick off my Kraken journey? I’m curious about our history, current status, and what this season holds.

Any favorite spots to sit at Climate Pledge Arena? I’ve attended for Storm games but never hockey. And what jerseys do you recommend?

Thanks! Can’t wait to enjoy the season with you all! :)

Hello everyone, I recently acquired a Schacht Matchless spinning wheel and I absolutely adore it. It’s a single treadle wheel from 1988.

I’ve got a pound of Corriedale roving but I’m completely clueless about how to start spinning it.

I managed to make a leader using some silk yarn, and I’m able to get the fibers to grab onto the twist. However, it just spins my entire roving, and I’m struggling with drafting.

I’m using Scotch tension and the wheel, so I’ve tried adjusting both, but I’m still confused about this delicate system.

Since I live in a rural area, there are no nearby classes or spinning groups.

Could anyone please recommend some resources or techniques that would help me get started?

Thanks a lot!

I'm a complete beginner and have never once spun yarn in my life. I am, however, a knitter/sewist/quilter/cross-stitcher for the past 12+ years with knitting be my main craft. I love wool, I love intentionality, I love analog, and I love really anything fiber related.

I've fallen down the hole of spinning and I can't seem to get out of it. I found a Schacht matchless on facebook wth two regular and two bulky bobbins, original orifice hook, and carrying strap for $800. It's in great condition nd would last me forever.

Am I insane to get this as my first wheel? I've been saving for a while as I've known I wanted to get into this. I can afford it. It just feels a bit ridiculous for a beginner to get a lifetime wheel but I: a) cannot see myself NOT liking this hobby b) if i somehow do, I can always resell?

Is this an okay wheel for a beginner to learn on if they have the will, budget, enthusiasm, and want?

Thanks!

Hello, all!

I have caught the hand spinning bug and come to join your ranks. I am a complete beginner and have found an Ashford Traditional from the 70s in amazing condition with a replaced leather footman connector, new spring and line for the scotch tension system, new drive band with additional Cotton drive band, freshly waxed, a lazy Kate, and four bobbins. It has clearly been well taken care of and loved.

I am a complete beginner but know myself that this is something I will really enjoy and have spent time thinking on. I do not like to just have skeins lying around that I have no use for. Knowing this and my knitting style, I am mostly hoping to get solid colors or fun fractals in Worsted to Fingering weight. I personally know I will have no use for any chunkier yarn or those that are very funky and bumpy. I mostly will use the skeins for myself but would love to gift to my friends that knit as well. I am open to all fiber types and excited to get to know what I really love working with.

That said, do you think the Ashford Traditional is the right choice for me?

Thank you!

I’ve only been dating, talking to, or having sex with women for the past six years. It was very freeing to me when I realized I was queer and with a past of sexual trauma in my childhood, I felt like I could forsake all the specific male trauma and never deal with it again. I’m a bit older now, out of a 2.5 year relationship with a woman, and realizing I’d like to try with a man again — slowly, one I could really trust, and again emphasis on **slowly**. I also know I’m *not* wanting to date anyone right now and want to focus on myself and what I need and want. I also haven’t had sex since November so….ya girl is wanting something.

I made a FeeId profile and explicitly said I’m looking for xyz and matched / been speaking with a guy I feel attracted to, something rare for me.

I’m going to meet him for coffee and I feel a bit paralyzed about how to act as a woman available to men and with this specific intention in mind. I’ve been more of a “bro” type figure with men so pivoting back into this energy is confounding to me; also deeply terrifying.

Do any of you have experience with this and taking breaks with some genre of human and then venturing back?

Thank you!