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1mo ago

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My quick chain trick backfired on a long ride

Walking five miles changed my mind about skipping chain checks.

1mo ago

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DAE think mitered corners on face frames are a bad idea?

My buddy did that on his kitchen cabinets. Every winter the gaps come back. Wood moves too much for fancy corners.

1mo ago

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Pro tip: My solar charger taught me a harsh lesson about shade

Honestly, my solar charger works okay even in some shade, it just takes longer. People make too big a deal about perfect placement, like it's not that fragile.

1mo ago

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Showerthought: The evolution from disposable planner culture to my enduring bullet journal speaks volumes about waste

My dad's hardware store ledgers, repurposed for decades, echo @jana_gonzalez73's point.

1mo ago

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My vegan burger patties finally stay intact, thanks to a simple flaxseed trick

How long do you let the flaxseed and water mixture sit before adding it to your burger mix? I've found that allowing it to rest for about ten minutes lets it fully gelatinize, which significantly improves binding. In my early attempts, I was too impatient and added it immediately, resulting in patties that still fell apart on the grill. The science behind this is fascinating, as flaxseed contains mucilage that forms a gel when hydrated. This gel not only holds ingredients together but also adds a subtle nutty flavor that complements plant-based burgers perfectly. However, I've noticed that using too much flaxseed can make the patties uncomfortably dense or gummy, so balancing proportions is key.