OT: General OT Thread [NO POLITICS, RACE OR RELIGION]

Post #561 » by **MickeyDavis** » Sun Jun 18, 2023 4:14 pm

buckboy wrote:If I hadn't already bet Scheffler that's who I'd take at this mornings odds.

What's DJ?

He's been great this week other than that ridiculous 8.

DJ is at +3300 to win, +188 for top 5 and -250 for top 10.

buckboy · Post #562 » by **buckboy** » Sun Jun 18, 2023 4:16 pm

Love the top 5 bet.

Gonna bet that.

And 10 Bucks to win just in case.

Post #563 » by **ReasonablySober** » Sun Jun 18, 2023 10:26 pm

Heading for a good finish at LACC.

blazza18 · Post #564 » by **blazza18** » Sun Jun 18, 2023 11:21 pm

This rough is making pros look like normal every day golfers out there.

MikeIsGood · Post #565 » by **MikeIsGood** » Mon Jun 19, 2023 12:35 am

Rickie gonna Rickie. Poor guy. Starting to really zero in on Clark and McIlroy; outside chances for Scottie and technically Rickie (just no confidence there).

MikeIsGood · Post #566 » by **MikeIsGood** » Mon Jun 19, 2023 12:50 am

Feels like the 14th should have iced this. Rory bogeyed, and Clark's set himself up for an eagle attempt and what should be an easy birdie.

His best finish in a major prior to this was 75th. He's placed only twice.

StickeeFingaz · Post #567 » by **StickeeFingaz** » Mon Jun 19, 2023 1:05 am

Feel like the winner of CONCACAF Nations League should play the winner of UEFA Nations League. Yea we'd lose, but could still be fun.

MikeIsGood · Post #568 » by **MikeIsGood** » Mon Jun 19, 2023 1:24 am

As a long-time Rory fan this is absolutely excruciating.

EDIT: Heavy, heavy sigh. (And big, big congrats to Clark)

buckboy · Post #569 » by **buckboy** » Mon Jun 19, 2023 2:00 am

Good for Clark

Post #570 » by **MickeyDavis** » Mon Jun 19, 2023 2:06 am

Congrats to Clark. He held it together against some big names.

jschligs · Post #571 » by **jschligs** » Mon Jun 19, 2023 2:42 pm

Strep throat is the devil. Literally haven't been able to swallow, I'm bleeding from my throat, and doctors won't do anything but some penicillin lol.

dbrodz7 · Post #572 » by **dbrodz7** » Mon Jun 19, 2023 5:16 pm

jschligs wrote:Strep throat is the devil. Literally haven't been able to swallow, I'm bleeding from my throat, and doctors won't do anything but some penicillin lol.

Our Easter got cancelled because my two-year old daughter got strep which turned into Scarlett Fever and I also had strep. I did 10 days of amoxicillin and it came right back three days after finishing, so then I had to do 10 days of augmentin.

stellation · Post #573 » by **stellation** » Mon Jun 19, 2023 9:18 pm

jschligs wrote:Strep throat is the devil. Literally haven't been able to swallow, I'm bleeding from my throat, and doctors won't do anything but some penicillin lol.

1. That sucks, hope you feel better soon.
2. Thank you for adding another anxiety for me to wonder if I'm catching when I get the slightest of sore throats.

MissKhriddleton · Post #574 » by **MissKhriddleton** » Mon Jun 19, 2023 10:44 pm

Looking to replace all the floor boards on my deck/balcony which is off my bedroom and sits above my garage. I have been trying to read and research but there seems to either be conflicting advice or I'm not understanding properly. In Southeastern Wisconsin which I assume matters.

1. If I go to Home Depot and buy a bunch of boards, can I install them the same day or do I really need to let them sit and dry out for 4-8 weeks?

2. Can I stain the boards before installing or do I need to wait until after? Where does sealant come into play?

Any help would be amazing. This has turned from a weekend project of restaining to a huge pain in my ass.

Finn · Post #575 » by **Finn** » Tue Jun 20, 2023 5:36 pm

My opinion (just a DIY'er). You can install them right away (assume you're talking PT & not some composite, which you could absolutely install immediately but you wouldn't be staining them). Use one of the many hidden screw systems on the market (just my opinion). You DO need to wait for PT to sufficiently dry out before you stain it. Personally, I would wait a year though I doubt that's necessary (probably several months minimum is required). Good luck.

TroyD92 · Post #576 » by **TroyD92** » Tue Jun 20, 2023 5:39 pm

Finn wrote:My opinion (just a DIY'er). You can install them right away (assume you're talking PT & not some composite, which you could absolutely install immediately but you wouldn't be staining them). Use one of the many hidden screw systems on the market (just my opinion). You DO need to wait for PT to sufficiently dry out before you stain it. Personally, I would wait a year though I doubt that's necessary (probably several months minimum is required). Good luck.

I think i've seen 6 months to a year. Not sure if that varies by season/temp/whatever

Post #577 » by **humanrefutation** » Tue Jun 20, 2023 8:39 pm

I'm headed on my honeymoon in August. Spending a week in Istanbul and a week in Bali, for a total of two weeks away.

I am really excited, of course. However, I do not have a lot of experience with international travel, let alone with twelve-fifteen hour flights. Istanbul is a direct flight from O'Hare - 12 hours - Bali is a direct flight from Istanbul - 12 hours - and my flight back from Bali to ORD has two stops which includes a 15 hour flight between Singapore and San Francisco, and a total of 26 hours of travel time.

Any suggestions as to how to make the trip comfortable? Any tips otherwise when it comes to international travel that I should keep in mind?

Post #578 » by **MickeyDavis** » Tue Jun 20, 2023 9:08 pm

It's been a long time since I've traveled overseas but congrats to you!

Post #579 » by **ReasonablySober** » Tue Jun 20, 2023 9:12 pm

Only gone overseas twice and both times I made the mistake of using sleep aids to try and sleep through it. Turns out I can't sleep on planes and instead I was just druggy and groggy for ten hours.

MartyConlonOnTheRun · Post #580 » by **MartyConlonOnTheRun** » Tue Jun 20, 2023 10:14 pm

humanrefutation wrote:I'm headed on my honeymoon in August. Spending a week in Istanbul and a week in Bali, for a total of two weeks away.

I am really excited, of course. However, I do lot have a lot of experience with international travel, let alone with twelve-fifteen hour flights. Istanbul is a direct flight from O'Hare - 12 hours - Bali is a direct flight from Istanbul - 12 hours - and my flight back from Bali to ORD has two stops which includes a 15 hour flight between Singapore and San Francisco, and a total of 26 hours of travel time.

Any suggestions as to how to make the trip comfortable? Any tips otherwise when it comes to international travel that I should keep in mind?

Granted it's to Europe usually, but I always try to do a quick nap on the plane (2-3 hours) then stay up the rest of the day. I try being out exploring the city and avoid a dark hotel room with a comfy bed. By the time I get to the hotel I'm exhausted from being awake 18 hours, carrying luggage,and walking the city that I sleep pretty good with melatonin. Just try to wake up early and get exercise during the day.

Congrats and best of luck. How did you choose Istanbul? It's on my list but wife is not convinced. Would love feedback.