Figured I'd start this since I couldn't find a similar thread. Like the title says this thread is random and can cover any and all topics within reason. And that being said, I love boiler makers for 2 reasons. 1 being I want to make room in my cooler and 2 it's the weekend so why not get drunk and take it easy.
I can't wait for my next beer
Took the last 10 days to relax and get away from everything. My girlfriend, her brother and I took a road trip throughout western Canada.
Had to stop to take in the view
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160614/d47ebfe147eda53de48fdc630a28e6c4.jpg)
Went for a tour of an oat sodas brewery
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160614/6fe9fe739a635b2914287212375c87e8.jpg)
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160614/ec5703cc3f878f2c0d4615fbeec25962.jpg)
Went and saw Canada's (or north America's) only steam powered clock
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160614/5c4174901c22f426d0fd24f723984f76.jpg)
Setting up camp a couple of nights ago
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160614/47b083555fa1e31ccd4f8bcda54df387.jpg)
And this is from just down the road from our campsite tonight
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160614/0854c77e79dc9b0ab477ac4cb4b5ad4e.jpg)
I wish I could have taken more but I did a lot of the driving
Sent from my SM-G903W using Tapatalk
some cool pictures man. Like the view in the first one.
It was definitely a good time. But it is good to be home though
Sent from my SM-G903W using Tapatalk
Truth be told I've never had a boilermaker but I am a fan of anything that gets the job done quickly. Those are some nice pics, man! Looks like you had a good time, I've also been on vacation the last 10 days but unfortunately I don't have any pics I can post from this pc. They are all pics from my wedding anyways so just imagine every wedding you've ever been to and they probably look something like that, haha.
Boiler makers are worth a try. And they do get the job done quickly, just be prepared for a hefty hangover. The road trip was great and well needed. Definitely needed to get away and rediscover my inner dude.
Sent from my SM-G903W using Tapatalk
Quote from: Liam_123 on June 14, 2016, 12:37:17 AM
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160614/ec5703cc3f878f2c0d4615fbeec25962.jpg)
Schlemiel! Schlimazel! Hasenpfeffer Incorporated!
Well this week has been the shits. Crazy busy at work catching up on stuff that wasn't done while I was away on holidays, locked my keys in my house (thankfully I have a spare hidden). And one of my dogs got hit by a truck on Monday, still can't believe the little guy is gone.
Sent from my SM-G903W using Tapatalk
Sorry to hear that, Dude! It's never easy to say goodbye to a pet. Hopefully that was an isolated rough patch and it will be smooth sailing from now on!
Thanks dude. I hope so too. It isn't easy for sure, he was a little guy with a big personality and an even bigger heart.
Sent from my SM-G903W using Tapatalk
Took it easy for most of the day today. But I got stir crazy and decided to go pick up about 700lbs of firewood with my little truck today
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160627/e3e88eb6a0eda09de6c99554b21234cc.jpg)
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160627/d059abd7aad750a5a4efdd947707f91e.jpg)
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160627/320de38897ae27c601a5e6b26c9ff418.jpg)
Sent from my SM-G903W using Tapatalk
Had the final walk through today so in less than 12 hours I will officially be a home owner! I think the Dude would dig the Zen cave I have planned!
That's awesome dude, congratulations
Sent from my SM-G903W using Tapatalk
Thanks Dude! Did the closing today and started the move! If there is one chore I hate it's moving, haha I think that's the best part of being a home owner, knowing that I won't have to move again for at least a few years!
And you can have your own dude cave! Moving does suck big time, but it's into a house that you own
Sent from my SM-G903W using Tapatalk
It actually wasn't as bad as I thought! Probably because I knew it was going to be the last time I moved for quite some time haha.
I can't wait for the 16th. My girlfriend and I are having a BBQ potluck sort of shindig. I have a few things to pick up, but I got 3 pallets of firewood sorted and ready to go
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160703/83996070dae42e62b18b8620b59e5b72.jpg)
Sent from my SM-G903W using Tapatalk
Hell yeah, Dude! The 16th is my birthday, haha.
Nice! Should be a good time. We have around 15 people coming over.
Sent from my SM-G903W using Tapatalk
Shit, man, I just saw the part about your little guy getting hit. My sympathies. It's crushing to have a pet, love it, but know that it will be dependent upon you until the day it dies - which, biological facts being what they are, will almost certainly be before you go.
Every time I've lost a dog I've wondered whether it's worth the pain of losing it.
Yes. Yes, it is.
Quote from: jgiffin on July 05, 2016, 11:51:17 PM
Shit, man, I just saw the part about your little guy getting hit. My sympathies. It's crushing to have a pet, love it, but know that it will be dependent upon you until the day it dies - which, biological facts being what they are, will almost certainly be before you go.
Every time I've lost a dog I've wondered whether it's worth the pain of losing it.
Yes. Yes, it is.
Thanks dude. It's not easy losing a pet. Especially when you consider them part of the family
Sent from my SM-G903W using Tapatalk
Happy Saturday everyone. May the dude be with you. Hopefully everyone is having a great Saturday night.
Sent from my SM-G903W using Tapatalk
Depression sucks ass
Sent from my SM-G903W using Tapatalk
Quote from: Liam_123 on July 10, 2016, 02:21:20 AM
Depression sucks ass
Sent from my SM-G903W using Tapatalk
It really does, is everything alright?
Everything is fine. I have depression and it really sucks.
Sent from my SM-G903W using Tapatalk
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160716/25bc5a299182dfc508ba5a4af1045b33.jpg)
Thus is my little area ofdude heaven. It may be part of a garage, but it has a rug and a beer fridge.
Sent from my SM-G903W using Tapatalk
Liam_123 dude, I have to say that placing your Beer fridge up on four tires in a prominent place over looking your hangout really ties the room together. Nice rug and coffee table too. ;D(http://dudeism.com/smf/Themes/smf-curve_dude/images/post/thumbup.gif)
Quote from: DigitalBuddha on July 16, 2016, 09:55:16 PM
Liam_123 dude, I have to say that placing your Beer fridge up on four tires in a prominent place over looking your hangout really ties the room together. Nice rug and coffee table too. ;D(http://dudeism.com/smf/Themes/smf-curve_dude/images/post/thumbup.gif)
Thanks dude. It really is my Zen place.
Sent from my SM-G903W using Tapatalk
Quote from: Liam_123 on July 16, 2016, 11:08:22 PM
Quote from: DigitalBuddha on July 16, 2016, 09:55:16 PM
Liam_123 dude, I have to say that placing your Beer fridge up on four tires in a prominent place over looking your hangout really ties the room together. Nice rug and coffee table too. ;D(http://dudeism.com/smf/Themes/smf-curve_dude/images/post/thumbup.gif)
Thanks dude. It really is my Zen place.
Sent from my SM-G903W using Tapatalk
8)(http://dudeism.com/smf/Themes/smf-curve_dude/images/post/thumbup.gif)
I have a similar set up. One man's unused garage space is another Dude's slice of paradise.
Quote from: RandoRock on July 17, 2016, 03:59:05 AM
I have a similar set up. One man's unused garage space is another Dude's slice of paradise.
Fuckin' eh, mang!
Quote from: RandoRock on July 17, 2016, 03:59:05 AM
I have a similar set up. One man's unused garage space is another Dude's slice of paradise.
That's so true. I now have seating for 7 and still have room for my yard equipment and one of my toys that I have to bring home one day
Sent from my SM-G903W using Tapatalk
Quote from: RandoRock on July 17, 2016, 03:59:05 AM...One man's unused garage space is another Dude's slice of paradise.
Several years ago the guy who has been my best friend for the last 40+ years moved in with his dad for a number of reasons, not the least of which was because his youngest brother had reached the age when he was beginning to get into trouble with the local police and he (my friend) was hoping to be a good influence. Thing is, all of the bedrooms were taken, so my friend chose to move into the garage so that he could distance himself somewhat from the near-constant arguments between his brother and dad. It was a little odd at first--walking into the garage and seeing it set up like a one-room apartment--but it didn't take long to realize it was actually a pretty cool set-up. To this day, except for the reasons for him being there, my friend says it was a great period in his life.
So, what are you dudes up to this fine evening?
Sent from my SM-G903W using Tapatalk
I hope all you dudes had a great weekend
Sent from my SM-G903W using Tapatalk
My weekend starts in one hour and forty minutes! Believe me it is much needed.
Well I'm not the only dude in the house anymore.
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160730/7b782811b8519b3753f29291a58b54f9.jpg)
Sent from my SM-G903W using Tapatalk
I know that dude. He's a pussy, man.
C'mon jgiffin, don't be so catty.
Quote from: Reverend Al on July 30, 2016, 01:08:44 PM
C'mon jgiffin, don't be so catty.
^^^ yeah that
Sent from my SM-G903W using Tapatalk
Nice marmot
Yeah, he definitely brings stress levels down and puts a smile on your face
Sent from my SM-G903W using Tapatalk
Quote from: Liam_123 on August 01, 2016, 01:27:59 PM
Yeah, he definitely brings stress levels down and puts a smile on your face
Our cat does that too. Then the dog does something to raise 'em back up again. ::)
I've always loved a good chill cat but unfortunately my allergies make any cat encounter I have pretty undude. For now I just work with the Walter of a dog I rescued, everyday he becomes a little more Dude like. He still likes to tell every other dog he sees that they are over the line though.
Dogs are great. That's good that your dog is becoming more dude like. I had a dog at one point that was so mean to anyone and anything. He was so bad I nicknamed home little Satan he was that bad
Sent from my SM-G903W using Tapatalk
I've not posted in a while, and it couldn't find a thread that needed my two cents, so I am thankful for this little "nothing thread"...
A good dog can greatly enhance the dudelyness of any surrounding. I want to get one, but I'm a big dog kinda guy, and where I live would not be appropriate or ethical to bring a larger animal to live.
Quote from: ZenDudeist on August 05, 2016, 01:36:10 PM
I've not posted in a while, and it couldn't find a thread that needed my two cents, so I am thankful for this little "nothing thread"
That's what this thread is for. I am a dog person also, but since my landlord said no to dogs and my girlfriend is a cat person, I really had no choice in the matter. So cats it is.... for now
Sent from my SM-G903W using Tapatalk
Quote from: ZenDudeist on August 05, 2016, 01:36:10 PM
I've not posted in a while, and it couldn't find a thread that needed my two cents, so I am thankful for this little "nothing thread"...
A good dog can greatly enhance the dudelyness of any surrounding. I want to get one, but I'm a big dog kinda guy, and where I live would not be appropriate or ethical to bring a larger animal to live.
I used to be a strictly big dog kinda guy but I have a few friends and family that have some pretty Dude little dogs, changed my whole out look!
My wife is allergic to cats and so even though she is a cat person we are petless at the moment.
We used to have a hyper little terrier ( which she had had for years prior to knowing me) that would spin around like a tornado whenever it got the least bit excited.
Currently watching Office Space on TV and zoning out.
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160809/1966fac18a475b71a36b6b9d801c576e.jpg)
Picked up some of this. It's from the show The Trailer Park Boys. It's surprisingly good. A very smooth Canadian whiskey
Sent from my SM-G903W using Tapatalk
in my mind :
why everybody work like shit in order to eat shit that will kill them ?
why everybody study like shit so that they can get job that make you feel like shit ?
Isn't it much easier just apply for a job as a toilet cleaner ? You get paid.... and you sleep happily at night .... and you live happily ever after.... all jobs involving taking care of people shit anyway...
Very Epicurean dude. And I gotta agree - like what happened to the Dude, chasing money often leads to a world of pain.
Took me long enough, but I just splurged on the complete ordination kit at the dudeism store. Makes me feel all tingly in the toes.
Quote from: ZenDudeist on August 14, 2016, 02:48:34 AM
Took me long enough, but I just splurged on the complete ordination kit at the dudeism store. Makes me feel all tingly in the toes.
Good for you. :) It does rather give one a sense of confirming ones decision to do the ordination bit. I got mine soon after being ordained, but then I had hung around on the peripheries for a long time before making the leap.
Quote from: SisterTrisha on August 14, 2016, 05:49:08 AM
Quote from: ZenDudeist on August 14, 2016, 02:48:34 AM
Took me long enough, but I just splurged on the complete ordination kit at the dudeism store. Makes me feel all tingly in the toes.
Good for you. :) It does rather give one a sense of confirming ones decision to do the ordination bit. I got mine soon after being ordained, but then I had hung around on the peripheries for a long time before making the leap.
According to the site's records (must have folks working in shifts) I was ordained back in 07. I remember being really into the movie and active on TBL forums as early as 04. I actually can't remember when I first saw the film, but I want to say it was fairly early on, but it took a few years to find the necessary means for a necessary means to fully appreciate it.
What got you into Dudeism?
I just dug the concept as soon as I heard about it. The whole Lebowski thing found me at just the right time in my life---when I was about 18/19 and dealing with some personal anxieties and general lifecrap.
I can remember practicing my own sort of abiding, not that I called it that, after getting into the film somewhere between 03/04 I wanna say, before I had heard of it being a religion. I just thought of it as a lifestyle choice---to live like the dude, although as a young fella it was more like an impersonation at times because it made me feel hip---a pursuit I've thankfully given up as I've put on a few more years.
I always admired the laid back mentality of the Dude, and the idea of a guy who's not wasting time or energy trying to impress people but will wear the bathrobe to the super market if he feels like it, and who could stand up to assholes without being an aggressive macho douche with lines like "At least I'm housebroken," etc... Always dug the Dude as a sort of role model that wasn't some unapproachably holy mythic figure, but just a regular guy who, even though he is occasionally very undude himself, keeps a handle on the big picture and always abides in the end.
So when I saw there was a whole damn website, forum, and religion that was basically saying the same shit, only much more eloquently than myself, it just sort of fit like a glove.
Also through dudeism in the last decade I've been able to get into stuff I probably wouldn't have been exposed to, like Alan Watts series of lectures and get into the Dao De Jing (which I had to read so I could understand what the fuck the Dude De Jing was blathering about...)
Mostly I just like spacing out on the rug, or taking a long bath with some trippy music--not personally a fan of the whale tapes, but whatever does the trick. Sorry, rambling.
Decided to dudify my phone today.
(https://s14.postimg.org/6umjyo5hd/Screenshot_2016_08_19_18_45_22.png) (https://postimg.org/image/iwhxstepp/) (https://postimage.org/)
That's awesome dude, I am jealous. I hope all you dudes are having a great Friday night.
Sent from my SM-G903W using Tapatalk
I've Dudeified my smell phone as well, but chose the Dudeism Yin-Yang symbol:
(http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w297/Zombie_61/Miscellaneous/Dudeism_Yin_Yang_V2_half_size_zpsitg4cqxh.jpg)
The green and purple on the official Dudeism Yin-Yang symbol aren't colors that go well together in my opinion, so I approximated the colors of the Dude's bowling shirt instead.
Reverend Al: I like your version of the yin-yang symbol, a very good contrast in the contrast in the colours.
Looks cool man.
I dig it.
I needed something to spruce up my ugly ride, so got some dudely bumper stickers last week. Will post pics later on if I remember.
Far out man, far fucking out.
My business, uh, ordination papers finally arrived in the mail yesterday. Now just gotta find a frame and a place on the wall that won't irk the wife.
Also dig the wallet size ordination card.
I really want to get my ordination papers and frame it so it really ties the wall together.
Sent from my SM-G903W using Tapatalk
Way back when, before the site started selling the ordination certificate, I had printed out and framed a copy myself that looked pretty nifty. This is going on decade and a couple of different private residences ago though, so no idea what became of that.
Just finished slapping on all the dudeism bumper stickers to the back of the big ugly minivan that gets me from A to B---I used to have an old Lincoln Town Car, one of those late 80s models, and I loved it, even with all of its dings, scratches, and "rust colorations..." but I have learned that part of being dudely is to know how to abide with any vehicle... even a minivan, man.
As long as the radio and cupholders work, what more does one need?
Well dudes, after how this week has been going I can't wait for the weekend (a long weekend here in Canada). I am headed out to my parents cabin for the weekend. The neighbours are having a corn roast, as they have had every year for as long as I can remember. And I will be doing some hot tubing, swimming and fishing. Oh can't forget about all the oat sodas I'll be drinking. I cannot wait to relax
Sent from my SM-G903W using Tapatalk
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160901/e41b458b91f6a182d075c73414f90cab.jpg)
I love my job. That's after an hour of crawling through wet clay, dirt and sludge to unplug a sink from the crawlspace at 1 of the buildings I work at
Sent from my SM-G903W using Tapatalk
Any dudes out there have ways of dealing with stress? I've been under so much stress at work that it's making me sick to the stomach, I'm also losing sleep. It's at the point where saying "ah, fuck it" is not doing it anymore. On the plus side I am on holidays next week, but I need stress relief now. Thank you in advanced
Sent from my SM-G903W using Tapatalk
"Any dudes out there have ways of dealing with stress?"
Watch Paprika (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0851578/), and with a strong dose of the herb, if that's your thing.
Do a J, some exercise, go bowling, or all 3.
I wish my girlfriend would let me smoke a good j, but she is against it. I may have to go for a long walk after I finish working today. Really need to clear my head
Sent from my SM-G903W using Tapatalk
Well dudes I'm officially on holidays. 1 week of stress free bliss
Sent from my SM-G903W using Tapatalk
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160910/48720cd42ef6e63d1e3be51b97dd53bb.jpg)
This is how I take it easy. Beer, bonfire and camping
Sent from my SM-G903W using Tapatalk
@Liam_123
You know what? I've been staying off the hooch, but that looks so nice, I'm going to go buy a can of Foster's and make a campfire right now.
Quote from: SagebrushSage on September 16, 2016, 06:01:12 PM
@Liam_123
You know what? I've been staying off the hooch, but that looks so nice, I'm going to go buy a can of Foster's and make a campfire right now.
Do it!!
Sent from my SM-G903W using Tapatalk
Done.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MQeduSSn_jc
...It's a 20 second video; just sayin' hi using the beer mentioned above. May as well get starting the channel over with. You can see the floor of the shed in the video. If you're gonna have an online store, you may as well have a Youtube channel.
Quote from: SagebrushSage on September 16, 2016, 10:50:50 PM
...It's a 20 second video; just sayin' hi using the beer mentioned above. May as well get starting the channel over with. You can see the floor of the shed in the video. If you're gonna have an online store, you may as well have a Youtube channel.
As good a way of getting the channel started as any. Hope things work out for you. :)
Thanks!
So I did a thing today. I bought the movie the big lebowski. Seen it long ago, but now own my own copy.
Sent from my SM-G903W using Tapatalk
Tried a new oat soda today.
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160923/81dd996fbfab81447b759eb4dc2fdc7a.jpg)
Would definitely buy it again
Sent from my SM-G903W using Tapatalk
I feel like drinking an 11-year old beer, which has "no preservatives", is a bit risky
But that's just like, my opinion man
The year 2005 they put on the bottle is the trade mark year, not the brew year. An 11 year old beer might be skunky and gross.
Sent from my SM-G903W using Tapatalk
I suppose things are different in Canada?
Here in the US, every product I've seen prints new labels with a fresh copyright date every year... any label that says 2005, was made in 2005
Yeah Canada is very different than the US. Liquor laws being one of them
Sent from my SM-G903W using Tapatalk
Quote from: The Dude Shepherd on September 23, 2016, 01:23:54 PM
I feel like drinking an 11-year old beer, which has "no preservatives", is a bit risky
But that's just like, my opinion man
Some beers, a very few, are made to be aged. For example, I have several bottles of Thomas Hardy's ale brewed in 2008 stowed away in a temperature controlled environment. It's known to age well for 20 years. I started with a full case but have pilfered here and there and given some bottles to friends. The brewery, by the way, regularly goes out of business only to be intermittently renewed. 2008 was the last year it's been brewed, to my knowledge. It's a world-class beer, though, and highly sought after, so I wouldn't be surprised if it resumes production again.
It's not in the same class, but I still have bottles of a barleywine I brewed almost two years ago. Trying to see how it ages up to five years.
There is a brewery here that puts out a special beer every so often that they specifically state is supposed to be aged but I cannot for the life of me remember the name of it. I've only ever been able to snag one six pack of it because it sells out quick but the three I aged were better than the three I drank right away.
So I spent the day yesterday taking out my frustrations on some trees, cutting and splitting, only to have all that frustration come rushing back. I was driving home from my parents cabin and 10 minutes from home I had a blow out. I had a buddy bring me a spare tire to get me home.
Blown tire
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161003/7df2df1d8f5667f8166d6f5dcb27df13.jpg)
All the wood I split
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161003/8fbd5754d962a672bba7a405e20225b7.jpg)
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161003/2f6c4a9c545ecd2bd6701669a02e065f.jpg)
Sent from my SM-G903W using Tapatalk
I have reached a profound conclusion. It is sometimes difficult to Abide without recourse to an appropriate beverage, when one has again proved the concept that purchasing eggs and transporting them home on a motorbike is not a good idea. At least without suitable precautions that is.
Scrambled eggs anyone? ;D
Mmm scrambled eggs
Sent from my SM-G903W using Tapatalk
@Liam_123, My breakfast: Two eggs, seasoned with pepper, soy sauce, sriracha, and salsa, steamed in greased ramekins, and served atop buttered toast. It's very difficult to mess up steamed eggs, and very easy to clean up after.
...I also like scrambled eggs. I put cheese and ketchup on them.
Had a couple of the eggs for breakfast this morning. I had managed to filter out most of he broken shells, scrambled and seasoned with salt and Garam Masala.
I will remember in future to take something to wrap the egg tray in to stop it bouncing too much. Such is life. :)
One of the best egg breakfasts I have ever had was scrambled eggs and bacon on a toasted cinnamon bun. Can't forget to have a cup of coffee with that as well.
Sent from my SM-G903W using Tapatalk
Bit of a random thing, but I've been having a bit of trouble deciding of I should buy a pair of slippers or not.
I've had a pair of moccasins when I was a kid, but now I'm older, I feel like if I buy them, it's like I'm accepting fate, buying denture cream and planning saga trips. I know other dudes love them and even cherish them as much as their bathrobes, and I do totally get it, but I just can't bring myself to do it.
Maybe I have a bit of Peter Pan syndrome, or just super choosy, I mean I love my flip flops, so slippers would be kinda similar, right? I'm adamant that I will not go down the croc route, but even jellies are a no no too (is that dudeist heresy? I dunno).
How about these traditional Russian felt slippers? They have bears printed on them, so they will not intrude upon your youthful masculine virility. Also, because they have open toes, they are like a cross between sandals and slippers.
https://www.fromrussia.com/homey-open-toe-men-s-slippers.html
Quote from: Brother D on January 02, 2017, 04:47:40 AMBit of a random thing, but I've been having a bit of trouble deciding of I should buy a pair of slippers or not.
I've had a pair of moccasins when I was a kid, but now I'm older, I feel like if I buy them, it's like I'm accepting fate, buying denture cream and planning saga trips. I know other dudes love them and even cherish them as much as their bathrobes, and I do totally get it, but I just can't bring myself to do it.
Maybe I have a bit of Peter Pan syndrome, or just super choosy, I mean I love my flip flops, so slippers would be kinda similar, right? I'm adamant that I will not go down the croc route, but even jellies are a no no too (is that dudeist heresy? I dunno).
You're over-thinking it. If you want a pair of slippers, get yourself a pair of slippers. If you don't, don't. It's really that simple.
Word. I'm looking for slippers to wear to jiu jitsu classes. Can't wear shoes on the mat and slippers would be way easier to remove/put on than shoes. I'd be all over these if they were in adult sizes.
http://shop.wwe.com/the-new-day-booty-os-youth-slide-slippers/W11770.html?dwvar_W11770_color=No%20Color#start=29 (http://shop.wwe.com/the-new-day-booty-os-youth-slide-slippers/W11770.html?dwvar_W11770_color=No%20Color#start=29)
I liked the ones Sage linked, too, though.
Quote from: jgiffin on January 02, 2017, 09:46:04 PM...I'm looking for slippers to wear to jiu jitsu classes. Can't wear shoes on the mat and slippers would be way easier to remove/put on than shoes...
You might also consider some slip-on sandals. Slippers are designed and produced to be worn around the house. Even if they have some sort of rubber soles they probably won't be as durable as the soles on sandals that are made to be worn outdoors, and you could end up going through slippers faster than Bunny went through the Big Lebowski's money.
I'm of the opinion that Crocs are the new shoe for slackers. Flip flops and slippers are relics; Crocs are the future of lazy footwear.
been using Crocs or cheaper alternatives for years around house and garden or maybe quick trip to the shops. A good pair of clogs though (men's and women's are available) for durability and ease of use on our modern hard pavements works for me. Best of all they are totally outside the concept of the fashionistas so they can be used any time or social circumstance. Least ways that is my excuse and am sticking to it. ;D
When you say "clogs" do you mean like the wooden ones?
Quote from: Anchorite83 on January 07, 2017, 03:13:12 PM
When you say "clogs" do you mean like the wooden ones?
Wood sole leather upper (traditional British) or the modern Danish type that are made from synthetic materials and somewhat flexible but look like the originals. Medics use them a lot. I prefer the Danish type. Once broken in (the uppers are a bit inflexible at first), they are very comfortable.
I'll have too look into those clogs they sound pretty cool.
Quote from: Anchorite83 on January 07, 2017, 10:02:51 PM
I'll have too look into those clogs they sound pretty cool.
This where I got mine from, though there are other suppliers including bespoke clog makers around.
http://www.worldofclogs.com/
Quote from: Anchorite83 on January 06, 2017, 11:35:03 PM
I'm of the opinion that Crocs are the new shoe for slackers. Flip flops and slippers are relics; Crocs are the future of lazy footwear.
Quote from: Brother D on January 10, 2017, 11:51:06 AM
Quote from: Anchorite83 on January 06, 2017, 11:35:03 PM
I'm of the opinion that Crocs are the new shoe for slackers. Flip flops and slippers are relics; Crocs are the future of lazy footwear.
That's rad. I like these, which are a similar design I think.