why I won't buy a k3 (Warning: Satire Thread)

Racer X 69 · 07-13-2019, 05:44 AM

Originally posted by robtcorl

If they had to fly around the earth it would have taken 6 hours, but with the earth being flat it only took 3 hours.
They left LA at about 11:40 and arrived at 14:40.
So many FE doubters!

The flight crosses 3 time zones, so passengers "gain" time.

The actual flight time is 6 hours.

A long time to spend cooped up in an aluminum tube, especially a single aisle narrow body airliner.

Should I be inclined to make the journey to the islands, I would book a flight on a twin aisle 777, even if it costs more. I want room to breathe.

Racer X 69 · 07-13-2019, 06:03 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by robtcorl

The plane's speed did kick it up a few knots right after the turn around.

Well there it is.

They climbed to get some altitude and then dived to pick up speed.

Tex Johnston was a pioneer, and demonstrated what these airplanes can do.

You Tube

robtcorl · 07-13-2019, 06:15 AM - **4 Likes**

Originally posted by Racer X 69

The flight crosses 3 time zones, so passengers "gain" time.

The actual flight time is 6 hours.

Don't try to confuse me with facts!
Did I really need to add a smiley?

Originally posted by Racer X 69

Should I be inclined to make the journey to the islands, I would book a flight on a twin aisle 777, even if it costs more.

Guess they went cheap with frequent flyer miles so they could afford to stay longer.
Back around 1990 we flew to HI straight from StL with TWA on a 747.
My first time on a big plane.

robtcorl · 07-13-2019, 06:19 AM

Originally posted by Racer X 69

The flight crosses 3 time zones, so passengers "gain" time.

Isn't it 2 time zones? HI stays on standard time.

Racer X 69 · 07-13-2019, 06:39 AM - **4 Likes**

Originally posted by robtcorl

Isn't it 2 time zones? HI stays on standard time.

It is three hours time difference, standard/daylight time notwithstanding.

If I had any influence on the matter, we would do away with this silly "daylight savings" stuff. It doesn't save anything. And creates a lot of confusion twice a year.

Spring ahead, fall back.

Sheesh!

robtcorl · 07-13-2019, 06:53 AM - **3 Likes**

They love Kauai, and even thought about moving there a few years back.
She posted this on FB:

**savoche** · 07-13-2019, 07:35 AM - **3 Likes**

Originally posted by robtcorl

If they had to fly around the earth it would have taken 6 hours, but with the earth being flat it only took 3 hours.
They left LA at about 11:40 and arrived at 14:40.
So many FE doubters!

Of course!

It's just that it feels like six hours aboard an Airbus...

Racer X 69 · 07-13-2019, 07:44 AM

Originally posted by robtcorl

They love Kauai, and even thought about moving there a few years back.
She posted this on FB:

Stepson and his wife moved to the big island last spring. He said their hair and fingernails started growing like crazy.

Must be the nutrients burped up from the earth by volcanic eruptions.

robtcorl · 07-13-2019, 08:05 AM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by Racer X 69

Stepson and his wife moved to the big island last spring. He said their hair and fingernails started growing like crazy.

You made me curious.
It's not just on the islands, it's Vitamin D from the sun, we get more of it in the summer.
Hair and Nails Grow Faster in the*Summer | Broken Secrets

tim60 · 07-13-2019, 09:45 AM - **2 Likes**

See, just a short 3 hour flight.

Reminds me of the trips from Sydney to LA or SFO that arrive before they took off . And that on ether 747 or 777. United!

tim60 · 07-13-2019, 09:47 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Racer X 69

The flight crosses 3 time zones, so passengers "gain" time.

The actual flight time is 6 hours.

A long time to spend cooped up in an aluminum tube, especially a single aisle narrow body airliner.

Should I be inclined to make the journey to the islands, I would book a flight on a twin aisle 777, even if it costs more. I want room to breathe.

Do you trust it more because you built it?

Racer X 69 · 07-13-2019, 10:24 AM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by tim60

Do you trust it more because you built it?

Who, me?

tim60 · 07-13-2019, 12:31 PM - **1 Like**

Yes, you. And surely you do not wear that cap at work.

robtcorl · 07-13-2019, 02:20 PM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by tim60

Yes, you. And surely you do not wear that cap at work.

Pretty sure he wears this one.

**BigMackCam** · 07-13-2019, 02:37 PM - **2 Likes**

Been a little while since I checked in to the thread

... I won't try to catch up, but I hope everyone is doing well, and my best wishes to all...

Important news: I tried adding a square of 70% dark chocolate to the chilli I made today, along with - at Racer's suggestion - twice the amount of fresh garlic (eight cloves instead of four). I was happy with my last batch, but this was better - much better, actually. Richer (from the chocolate) and more piquant (the garlic). I think I have my chilli recipe down, now

And yet... I have a question for those in the know... Right now I'm using chilli powder for the heat. What about fresh chillies... Are they an improvement, or am I better off sticking with powder for this type of dish? Opinions and advice welcomed...

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07-13-2019, 05:44 AM	#68926
Racer X 69 Moderator Man With A Camera Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: The Great Pacific Northwet, in the Land Between Canada and Mexico Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,073	Originally posted by robtcorl If they had to fly around the earth it would have taken 6 hours, but with the earth being flat it only took 3 hours. They left LA at about 11:40 and arrived at 14:40. So many FE doubters! The flight crosses 3 time zones, so passengers "gain" time. The actual flight time is 6 hours. A long time to spend cooped up in an aluminum tube, especially a single aisle narrow body airliner. Should I be inclined to make the journey to the islands, I would book a flight on a twin aisle 777, even if it costs more. I want room to breathe.

07-13-2019, 06:15 AM - 4 Likes	#68928
robtcorl Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: St Louis, MO Photos: Gallery Posts: 11,606	Originally posted by Racer X 69 The flight crosses 3 time zones, so passengers "gain" time. The actual flight time is 6 hours. Don't try to confuse me with facts! Did I really need to add a smiley? Originally posted by Racer X 69 Should I be inclined to make the journey to the islands, I would book a flight on a twin aisle 777, even if it costs more. Guess they went cheap with frequent flyer miles so they could afford to stay longer. Back around 1990 we flew to HI straight from StL with TWA on a 747. My first time on a big plane.

07-13-2019, 06:19 AM	#68929
robtcorl Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: St Louis, MO Photos: Gallery Posts: 11,606	Originally posted by Racer X 69 The flight crosses 3 time zones, so passengers "gain" time. Isn't it 2 time zones? HI stays on standard time.

07-13-2019, 06:39 AM - 4 Likes	#68930
Racer X 69 Moderator Man With A Camera Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: The Great Pacific Northwet, in the Land Between Canada and Mexico Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,073	Originally posted by robtcorl Isn't it 2 time zones? HI stays on standard time. It is three hours time difference, standard/daylight time notwithstanding. If I had any influence on the matter, we would do away with this silly "daylight savings" stuff. It doesn't save anything. And creates a lot of confusion twice a year. Spring ahead, fall back. Sheesh!

07-13-2019, 06:53 AM - 3 Likes	#68931
robtcorl Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: St Louis, MO Photos: Gallery Posts: 11,606	They love Kauai, and even thought about moving there a few years back. She posted this on FB:

07-13-2019, 07:35 AM - 3 Likes	#68932
savoche Master of the obvious Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Lowlands of Norway Posts: 18,311	Originally posted by robtcorl If they had to fly around the earth it would have taken 6 hours, but with the earth being flat it only took 3 hours. They left LA at about 11:40 and arrived at 14:40. So many FE doubters! Of course! It's just that it feels like six hours aboard an Airbus...

07-13-2019, 07:44 AM	#68933
Racer X 69 Moderator Man With A Camera Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: The Great Pacific Northwet, in the Land Between Canada and Mexico Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,073	Originally posted by robtcorl They love Kauai, and even thought about moving there a few years back. She posted this on FB: Stepson and his wife moved to the big island last spring. He said their hair and fingernails started growing like crazy. Must be the nutrients burped up from the earth by volcanic eruptions.

07-13-2019, 08:05 AM - 2 Likes	#68934
robtcorl Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: St Louis, MO Photos: Gallery Posts: 11,606	Originally posted by Racer X 69 Stepson and his wife moved to the big island last spring. He said their hair and fingernails started growing like crazy. You made me curious. It's not just on the islands, it's Vitamin D from the sun, we get more of it in the summer. Hair and Nails Grow Faster in the*Summer \| Broken Secrets

07-13-2019, 09:45 AM - 2 Likes	#68935
tim60 Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2011 Photos: Albums Posts: 8,756	See, just a short 3 hour flight. Reminds me of the trips from Sydney to LA or SFO that arrive before they took off . And that on ether 747 or 777. United!

07-13-2019, 09:47 AM - 1 Like	#68936
tim60 Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2011 Photos: Albums Posts: 8,756	Originally posted by Racer X 69 The flight crosses 3 time zones, so passengers "gain" time. The actual flight time is 6 hours. A long time to spend cooped up in an aluminum tube, especially a single aisle narrow body airliner. Should I be inclined to make the journey to the islands, I would book a flight on a twin aisle 777, even if it costs more. I want room to breathe. Do you trust it more because you built it?

07-13-2019, 10:24 AM - 2 Likes	#68937
Racer X 69 Moderator Man With A Camera Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: The Great Pacific Northwet, in the Land Between Canada and Mexico Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,073	Originally posted by tim60 Do you trust it more because you built it? Who, me?

07-13-2019, 12:31 PM - 1 Like	#68938
tim60 Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2011 Photos: Albums Posts: 8,756	Yes, you. And surely you do not wear that cap at work.

07-13-2019, 02:20 PM - 2 Likes	#68939
robtcorl Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: St Louis, MO Photos: Gallery Posts: 11,606	Originally posted by tim60 Yes, you. And surely you do not wear that cap at work. Pretty sure he wears this one.

07-13-2019, 02:37 PM - 2 Likes	#68940
BigMackCam Digitiser of Film Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: North East of England Posts: 20,695	Been a little while since I checked in to the thread ... I won't try to catch up, but I hope everyone is doing well, and my best wishes to all... Important news: I tried adding a square of 70% dark chocolate to the chilli I made today, along with - at Racer's suggestion - twice the amount of fresh garlic (eight cloves instead of four). I was happy with my last batch, but this was better - much better, actually. Richer (from the chocolate) and more piquant (the garlic). I think I have my chilli recipe down, now And yet... I have a question for those in the know... Right now I'm using chilli powder for the heat. What about fresh chillies... Are they an improvement, or am I better off sticking with powder for this type of dish? Opinions and advice welcomed...