Has anyone else noticed that most Diverging Diamond Interchanges (DDIs) are not actually symmetrical? I’m curious if there is a specific engineering or traffic flow reason for this design choice, or if it just comes down to the constraints of the existing road geometry. https://i.postimg.cc/xdD54ryg...

the future is here.... send a bomb with your call sign. with the new AI technology, it will be on target. https://u24.gov.ua/ https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ua.gov.u24app https://i.postimg.cc/Wbvfyv9G/U24.jpg The UNITED24 App has launched a special event that gives supporters a unique...

Back-to-back riding days worked out fine for me, although I accidentally forgot my bike shorts and had to use running shorts instead. It was a bit freestyle, but they held up well for 45 miles and felt comfortable even in the heat. To top it off, the ladies in Yellow Springs dragged me in and treate...

Low ceilings forced a later departure today, so I didn't hit the mountain bike trails until 2:00 PM. I rode until 6:00 PM and had a fantastic workout. I definitely overindulged at dinner afterward, but I’m feeling great. My weight is holding steady at my 165 lb goal, and I've noticed significantly m...

I’ve finished putting together some elevator gust locks for a customer. I’m also including a drill jig to ensure the installation is both easy and accurate. I designed them with a soft aluminum web to ensure there's no risk of damage to the aircraft. I like these because they are small, lightweight ...

I’ve recently shifted my approach to aircraft maintenance; I find that working at a slower, more deliberate pace makes the process much more enjoyable. I’ve been breaking the task down into manageable stages: day one for removing the wheel fairings, day two for installing the new tires, and day thre...

Nothing new here regarding tires, though I am on my fourth reuse of the air stop tubes. It ended up taking 0.017 inches of shimming to get the wheels secured properly. Overall, it's an easy job but dirty and greasy. Note: add some air to the tube before attaching the wheel hubs halves to ensure the ...

someone looking for more speed with RV9 flap fairings. mine have been good for the past 11 years. also, suck the flaps up as far as possible to achieve some airfoil reflex. you can even add a button to close the flap hang down against an angle piece to close it off, but not included in the kit. flap...

I am so tempted to continue with these tires but I decided to change them. damn it. I'll never know how much wear I could get from them. https://i.postimg.cc/mrr0KjYV/IMG20260704151121.jpg https://i.postimg.cc/WpZQRhZP/IMG20260704151136.jpg https://i.postimg.cc/h4mHFfmW/IMG20260704134706.jpg

I like socks and these fit my passion. Biking aero socks.... even if you are just walking, they feel good. When you pass mile 100 on a bike ride you think about things, like aero socks. :) Another benefit; when your feet and legs are strong and feel good, you don't fall down. Road to Sky https://i.p...

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It was a scorcher today with a heat index of 40°C, making the shade feel like a luxury. Staying hydrated was the main rule of the day. I took the upgraded Zizzo Liberté out on the mountain bike trails, utilizing the new narrow-wide chainring and the recently replaced derailleur and hanger. The bike ...

It was a hot one today, hitting 33°C on the ground and 29°C at 3500ft. Despite the heat, engine temperatures remained quite stable, peaking at 343°F during climb-out, and the oil temperature topped out at 186°F after 15 minutes. It’s impressive that the engine runs so cool, especially considering th...

I am currently in the process of designing a fuel filter cover for the floor tunnel on a carbureted model, following a specific request. While I previously fabricated a similar cover for my own aircraft using aluminum sheet stock, the process was quite time-consuming. Utilizing 3D printing for this ...

My youngest daughter is becoming really skilled at cooking, but it’s manageable for me since I only eat one meal a day. I can enjoy whatever I like because it works perfectly for maintaining my weight and boosting my energy. Eat whatever you want but only once per day and enjoy the benefits and incr...

I’m swapping insoles around—trying the CurRex brand in my white RockBros shoes and moving the RockBros insoles into my black Shimano shoes. My feet are flat, and while the RockBros insoles have been pretty good, I wanted to test something specifically designed for flat feet. https://i.postimg.cc/ydd...

Right on schedule, I get about a year out of these bike bags. I’m going to pull another one from storage and mark it for the best loading orientation. https://i.postimg.cc/VkbM078x/IMG20260626140740.jpg https://i.postimg.cc/YSKF612B/IMG20260626140749.jpg https://i.postimg.cc/DzkGrqfT/IMG202606261417...

I can become lazy in the summer and fly with buggy canopy but I don't like it. Is there anything better than a clean canopy - I think not. https://i.postimg.cc/sDBxXvYb/IMG20260626164038.jpg https://i.postimg.cc/vH1TBc7y/IMG20260626164103.jpg https://i.postimg.cc/3JyNRdjK/IMG20260626164146.jpg

RV8 - ASN Report - N528CK He was flying out of Guthrie and landing in Perryton when an undetected flat tire led to a propeller strike. It just goes to show how crucial every detail of an aircraft is to safety. https://aviation-safety.net/wikibase/573027 The airplane experienced a flat tire on landin...

I appreciate the work Scott Kelly is doing to support Ukraine, and I want to join him in that effort. It's inspiring to see a fellow pilot supporting the cause, even if he’s flown quite a bit higher than I ever have. Count me in. ***************** https://i.postimg.cc/DzQjBhW8/Capture.jpg I’m Scott ...