I said this on the place that won't be named, and got downvoted. Poor dumb people are FAR easier to control/exploit than well educated people who have a financial safety net (be it private or social)
I know plenty of people who are constantly hurt financially by republican policies and still spout off gop talking points and vote along party lines. It blows my mind. Kinda like when I was a career firefighter and would sit at the dinner table in the firehouse and listen to guys who railed against taxes and "the government" when their income depended on taxes and "the government". I should have seen back then that you can't reason with people who are 100% bought in with the propaganda. When I'd ask them what they will do for a living if all taxes were abolished the just blew it off.
Good point. We did have the best equipment available since the county we worked in was one of the richest in the country and had a decent property tax rate. Most of those guys also were anti-union but were members of our union for their own benefit. When it come time to collectively bargain though they wanted to leave it up to the county council because they thought the union had to much power. I'm glad I had retired by then because it would have been hard to have a civil discussion with them about that.
I'm 25 and I don't have a drivers license. I mean, I've never really felt the need to go and get one. Public transport is usually the fastest option where I live, and it takes a lot less responsibility to use it....
Took my comment right out of my head. As someone who lives east of the city the redline would have been nice to have but racism took it away. I was just talking to my gf about it last weekend when we went into the city for a ballgame and how nice it would be to ride the train instead of driving.
We've all been there, heading to the boat for a day of fun only to realize the weather turned and it's no longer safe to head out on the water. Or we have spent a weekend out, get ready to head back to the dock and get surprised by a storm on our way in.
We’ve all heard the storing batteries on concrete myth before. Some of us refuse to store a car or boat battery on concrete because our mechanic or trusted friend said it will drain the battery. Turns out this myth had some truth in it but is no longer relevant with today’s battery construction. Early Batteries … Continue...
I am working on setting up forum software on the site for owners of Chris Craft Catalina boats. It seems the old catalina user group is no longer up so hopefully we can have a spot here to post and discuss our boats. The forum can be found here: Link removed since we moved to … Continue reading ""
Kiddie has recalled 134 models of fire extinguishers manufactured between 1973 and 2015. These models include plastic handle fire extinguishers and push-button Pindicator fire extinguishers. Many marine models are included in this recall including models that were previously recalled in March 2009 and February 2015. The...
Just a few years ago it was relatively unheard of to have internet on your boat. Now marine internet and connecting your boat and all the devices needed for everyday life is a relatively easy process once you understand the basics. I will briefly talk about my set up at the dock in this post … Continue reading ""
Dripless shaft seals are an essential component of a boat's propulsion system, helping to prevent water from entering the boat's hull and causing damage.
Boating safety equipment is essential to ensure the safety of you and your passengers while on the water. Here are ten examples of boating safety equipment that every boat owner should consider
Marine chart plotters are essential navigation tools for recreational boaters. They allow boaters to plot and follow a course, view detailed nautical charts, and access important information
Thanks for the reply! I appreciate a seasoned opinion and conversation.
I am working on an new article about Navionics and OpenCPN along with another article about Raspberry PI uses on the boat like you mentioned up to including nmea interfacing. I personally have used both OpenCPN and Navionics but it's been several years since I have had hands on experience and I need to refresh myself with them both. I feel like I wrote an article about them back in 2017 or so but I can't remember off the top of my head.
The website and articles are something I do when I have a little bit of free time. I wrote up a few articles this year, the first since 2018 - 2019. I also run a Chris Craft Catalina owners group. I'm open to any suggestions for articles or advice you'd like to share. If you'd like to write an article about anything boating related I'd be happy to post it.
Boat hulls are designed with different displacement types to suit different boating purposes and environments. The two main types of hulls are planing and displacement
A mayday call is a distress signal used by mariners to indicate a life-threatening emergency. It is considered the highest level of urgency in marine radio communications and should only be used in the most dire of circumstances. In contrast, a PAN PAN call is used to indicate a less urgent situation such as a mechanical...
Reading a marine chart can seem daunting at first, but with a little practice, it becomes an essential tool for any boater or sailor. A marine chart is a detailed map of a specific area of water, including information about depth, hazards, and navigational aids.
Ethanol fuel has been widely used in boats for many years, but it is not without its problems. As a boater, it's important to understand the potential issues with ethanol fuel and take steps to protect your engine and fuel system.
Boat buying is a big decision, and it's important to weigh the pros and cons before making a purchase. If you're considering purchasing a boat, here's what you need to know.
The Great Loop is a popular boating adventure that circumnavigates the eastern half of the United States, covering over 5,000 miles of waterways, including the Atlantic and Gulf Intracoastal Waterways, the Great Lakes, the Trent-Severn Waterway in Canada, and the Erie and Oswego Canals.
Interesting. I can't get that one to work either. Magazines are case sensitive so could that be the issue? Either in the magazine name or the instance?
Yeah seems like there was a problem earlier today from what I have been reading. I think it's working right now but I suspect there will be hiccups along the way as the userbase grows faster than the servers can keep up with.
Europe is leading the race to regulate AI. Here's what you need to know | CNN Business (www.cnn.com)
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Why do people prefer cars over public transport?
I'm 25 and I don't have a drivers license. I mean, I've never really felt the need to go and get one. Public transport is usually the fastest option where I live, and it takes a lot less responsibility to use it....
Survey Says!.... Get a marine Survey (ilikeithere.net)
Unless you can afford to throw away the money you are spending on the boat you are going to want to get it surveyed by an accredited surveyor.
Know Before You Go With These Free Weather Apps For IOS and Android Devices (ilikeithere.net)
We've all been there, heading to the boat for a day of fun only to realize the weather turned and it's no longer safe to head out on the water. Or we have spent a weekend out, get ready to head back to the dock and get surprised by a storm on our way in.
Storing Batteries On Concrete Myth - I Like It Here (ilikeithere.net)
We’ve all heard the storing batteries on concrete myth before. Some of us refuse to store a car or boat battery on concrete because our mechanic or trusted friend said it will drain the battery. Turns out this myth had some truth in it but is no longer relevant with today’s battery construction. Early Batteries … Continue...
New Chris Craft Catalina Owners Group Forums - I Like It Here (ilikeithere.net)
I am working on setting up forum software on the site for owners of Chris Craft Catalina boats. It seems the old catalina user group is no longer up so hopefully we can have a spot here to post and discuss our boats. The forum can be found here: Link removed since we moved to … Continue reading ""
Kiddie Fire Extinguisher Recall - I Like It Here (ilikeithere.net)
Kiddie has recalled 134 models of fire extinguishers manufactured between 1973 and 2015. These models include plastic handle fire extinguishers and push-button Pindicator fire extinguishers. Many marine models are included in this recall including models that were previously recalled in March 2009 and February 2015. The...
Marine Internet, An Internet Connected Boat. - I Like It Here (ilikeithere.net)
Just a few years ago it was relatively unheard of to have internet on your boat. Now marine internet and connecting your boat and all the devices needed for everyday life is a relatively easy process once you understand the basics. I will briefly talk about my set up at the dock in this post … Continue reading ""
Dripless Shaft Seals - I Like It Here (ilikeithere.net)
Dripless shaft seals are an essential component of a boat's propulsion system, helping to prevent water from entering the boat's hull and causing damage.
10 Essential Boating Safety Items - I Like It Here (ilikeithere.net)
Boating safety equipment is essential to ensure the safety of you and your passengers while on the water. Here are ten examples of boating safety equipment that every boat owner should consider
Chart Plotters And Our Favorite Plotter for Recreational Boaters - I Like It Here (ilikeithere.net)
Marine chart plotters are essential navigation tools for recreational boaters. They allow boaters to plot and follow a course, view detailed nautical charts, and access important information
Planing VS Displacement Hulls What Is Best For You? - I Like It Here (ilikeithere.net)
Boat hulls are designed with different displacement types to suit different boating purposes and environments. The two main types of hulls are planing and displacement
Mayday or Pan Pan - How to call a Mayday or a Pan Pan. Know what term to use and why. - I Like It Here (ilikeithere.net)
A mayday call is a distress signal used by mariners to indicate a life-threatening emergency. It is considered the highest level of urgency in marine radio communications and should only be used in the most dire of circumstances. In contrast, a PAN PAN call is used to indicate a less urgent situation such as a mechanical...
Marine Chart Reading Basics - I Like It Here (ilikeithere.net)
Reading a marine chart can seem daunting at first, but with a little practice, it becomes an essential tool for any boater or sailor. A marine chart is a detailed map of a specific area of water, including information about depth, hazards, and navigational aids.
Problems With Ethanol Fuel In Boats - I Like It Here (ilikeithere.net)
Ethanol fuel has been widely used in boats for many years, but it is not without its problems. As a boater, it's important to understand the potential issues with ethanol fuel and take steps to protect your engine and fuel system.
Should I buy a boat? - I Like It Here (ilikeithere.net)
Boat buying is a big decision, and it's important to weigh the pros and cons before making a purchase. If you're considering purchasing a boat, here's what you need to know.
Great Loop - I Like It Here (ilikeithere.net)
The Great Loop is a popular boating adventure that circumnavigates the eastern half of the United States, covering over 5,000 miles of waterways, including the Atlantic and Gulf Intracoastal Waterways, the Great Lakes, the Trent-Severn Waterway in Canada, and the Erie and Oswego Canals.
For those who might not know. Here is the way to search for and subscribe to federated magazines.
It took me a while to figure this out today and hopefully will help someone along the way....