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BeardedBaxterholic t1_iy4bsh0 wrote
Reply to how to patch ember holes in down jacket? by Peacera
I have found super glue works well, spread out thin.
bradkrit t1_iy4au3c wrote
Reply to comment by Psnuggs in My collection of US Made Stanley Aladdin vacuum bottles. Left to right: 2001, 1989, 1969, and 1990. All still work flawlessly. by Psnuggs
That's good to hear, thank you for elaborating. I've heard mediocre reports on reddit and some websites so I'm happy to hear your experience is good!
UnexpectedSharkTank t1_iy4ao7e wrote
Reply to comment by Psnuggs in My collection of US Made Stanley Aladdin vacuum bottles. Left to right: 2001, 1989, 1969, and 1990. All still work flawlessly. by Psnuggs
Are modern Stanley thermoses not as good?
MILK_FEELS_PAIN t1_iy4ahkk wrote
Reply to comment by Killer-Barbie in 2007 Northface Jester Backpack! Daily use since 8th grade. This thing is a TANK! by The_Christ_is_Right
This is very dependent on what country you live in. I've not had a great time with them
wooddoug t1_iy48hfd wrote
Reply to how to patch ember holes in down jacket? by Peacera
Dude that jacket is toast.
RoseSummers12 t1_iy48eci wrote
Reply to Need Recommendations by Mission_Bear9543
I’m not sure if they ship everywhere, but my favourite high quality ethical brand is AYM Studios. They’re based in the UK, and their tops in particular are excellent quality. Their stuff is usually double layered sustainably sourced bamboo fabric and they are incredibly supportive to the point I can happily wear them without a bra. The double layering also makes them an excellent choice for cold weather. I currently have 2 of their short sleeve fitted t shirts, a wrap top, 2 long sleeve crop tops and I’ve just ordered a new turtleneck they’re taking pre orders for.
Their styles definitely won’t be for everyone though as they’re all very fitted designs. For loser fits I’d also recommend Organic Basics, Everlane and Uniqlo.
Muncie4 t1_iy47zkq wrote
Reply to Is London Fog any good? by Neverendingnerd
Unless you are wearing it in the coal mine, it should hold up just fine, but make no illusions that this is a lifetime or close purchase. Its a partial wool jacket with high polyester content with a low price made in a country not famous for coats. Look at the specs on something roughly similar: https://www.schottnyc.com/products/navy-peacoat.htm
Chowbasa t1_iy46w7s wrote
Reply to comment by ExpatPeru in how to patch ember holes in down jacket? by Peacera
You mean perfect for patching a kid’s winter coat? And you can get the small ones https://nosopatches.com/product/90s-dazzits/ and if you cut the figures out then that’s 15 of them for $17.99?
Buying them later today!
NomiChi9623 t1_iy46byg wrote
Reply to comment by onahighhorse in What things did you THINK you were buying for life but turned out to wear down/fail/need replaced? by Bequathed
The engine on my 2008 Subaru Impreza just seized and it doesn't even have 105,000 miles on it.
Chowbasa t1_iy44gee wrote
Reply to comment by The_Christ_is_Right in 2007 Northface Jester Backpack! Daily use since 8th grade. This thing is a TANK! by The_Christ_is_Right
Hyper-local groups on FB, no buying and no selling; just giving away for free. Now they have an app but that’s not so “hyper-local” as your neighbors from a few blocks away
Alarmed-Accident-716 t1_iy42l0y wrote
Reply to Need Recommendations by Mission_Bear9543
ONS is a men’s store, but that shouldn’t matter for t-shirts right? Stands for One nice shirt, they make very nice t-shirts that last forever. I have been wearing only their t shirts for about 10 years and they do not stain or get rips, or loose colour from wash. They are also very soft. Once you try their t shirts you won’t want to wear other brands. Most of the brands people have listed are durable, but not comfortable.
sonia72quebec t1_iy42duu wrote
Reply to how to patch ember holes in down jacket? by Peacera
Sew it back together with a similar color thread.
It happened to me a couple of times at the cat shelter :(
skibbady-baps t1_iy41yjm wrote
Reply to how to patch ember holes in down jacket? by Peacera
Gorilla tape (duct tape) works great.
Lasshandra2 t1_iy41t5n wrote
Reply to how to patch ember holes in down jacket? by Peacera
Okay I still have a few ripstop nylon down jackets from back in the day.
When there’s a hole, if it’s small enough, I use a circular band aid. A bit larger, and I use the adhesive sections of the a regular long band aid.
You need something that’s sticky and designed to stay on when wet. So I’ve seen freezer/duct tape used as well.
send_me_your_deck t1_iy41b09 wrote
Reply to comment by BoffaDee in LoveSac couch (need additional characters in title seems stupid) by crightwing
Nah ~
Edit: awesome name ༼ つ ◕_◕ ༽つ
Accomplished_Scar717 t1_iy419i9 wrote
Reply to comment by [deleted] in Is London Fog any good? by Neverendingnerd
Do you still have it? Tailors can also replace broken zippers
No-Balance-5719 t1_iy3ypkt wrote
Reply to how to patch ember holes in down jacket? by Peacera
Pick up a tent patch kit!
rvl05 t1_iy3ylm2 wrote
Reply to comment by fredapp in My IGLOO large cooler. Been in the family for around 35 years and the thing is a beast. Strong durable plastic and keeps things freezing cold with even a single bag of ice. by Emcee_Cone
I felt this comment deeply. I ended up replacing my hinges and latch with a much more durable latch I found on Amazon for cheap. Has held up under heavy use for a few years now.
kelvin_bot t1_iy3wp35 wrote
Reply to comment by Psnuggs in My collection of US Made Stanley Aladdin vacuum bottles. Left to right: 2001, 1989, 1969, and 1990. All still work flawlessly. by Psnuggs
-30°F is equivalent to -34°C, which is 238K.
^(I'm a bot that converts temperature between two units humans can understand, then convert it to Kelvin for bots and physicists to understand)
Psnuggs OP t1_iy3wnxi wrote
Reply to comment by bradkrit in My collection of US Made Stanley Aladdin vacuum bottles. Left to right: 2001, 1989, 1969, and 1990. All still work flawlessly. by Psnuggs
All of these have been tested by me to -30°F (-34°C) ambient with wind and have kept coffee hot for at least 8 hours. In warmer temps and coffee is too hot to drink from morning to night. I put ice water in them in the summer and even at 95°F (35°C) and 70% humidity they still have ice in them after 12 hours. To me that’s flawless.
Somewhat-Active t1_iy3wijk wrote
Reply to 2007 Northface Jester Backpack! Daily use since 8th grade. This thing is a TANK! by The_Christ_is_Right
+1000 for the Jester
elandrea2938 t1_iy3vztg wrote
Reply to comment by salty_drafter in Stackable Glass Storage Containers by erikrogne
If I put soup in them and put them upside down they leak. If I put spaghetti in it is fine
bradkrit t1_iy3up8z wrote
Reply to My collection of US Made Stanley Aladdin vacuum bottles. Left to right: 2001, 1989, 1969, and 1990. All still work flawlessly. by Psnuggs
When do bottles stop working flawlessly, tho? Stanley's aren't great at maintaining temps and it's not like it's going to stop holding liquid
Aemort t1_iy3ummw wrote
Reply to My IGLOO large cooler. Been in the family for around 35 years and the thing is a beast. Strong durable plastic and keeps things freezing cold with even a single bag of ice. by Emcee_Cone
Have you considered cleaning it lol
BeardedBaxterholic t1_iy4buu0 wrote
Reply to comment by sanjsrik in how to patch ember holes in down jacket? by Peacera
Campfires.