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  1. Comment on How many of you feel yourselves being drawn back to Reddit for the sake of niche communities and discussions? in ~talk

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    Contrary to a lot of opinions in here, I'm in a similar boat to you. My niche community that I keep getting drawn back to is /r/anime and /r/manga, as I've yet to find a better place that not only...

    Contrary to a lot of opinions in here, I'm in a similar boat to you.

    My niche community that I keep getting drawn back to is /r/anime and /r/manga, as I've yet to find a better place that not only engages in relevant latest-episode/chapter discussions but also keeps me updated on what came out/is coming out soon that might interest me.

    The rest of the "generic" stuff though, which I classify to be very broad topics such as /r/gaming or /r/pics, not so much.

    It's literally the niche communities bringing me back since I haven't really found a solid replacement for post-episode discussions yet either on here, Squabbles, Lemmy (which I don't actually like using that much) or any other on-the-rise alternatives.

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  2. Comment on I kind of feel bad for spez.. what would you do if you were in that position? in ~tech

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    In the 3rd paragraph, for "what is" (I can't make any sense of it otherwise). In the last sentence of the second last paragraph. I may actually have gotten this one wrong because I initially...

    Was is reprehensible...

    In the 3rd paragraph, for "what is" (I can't make any sense of it otherwise).

    Is was both incredibly stupid and absolutely disgusting.

    In the last sentence of the second last paragraph. I may actually have gotten this one wrong because I initially thought it was meant to say "It was both...".

  3. Comment on I kind of feel bad for spez.. what would you do if you were in that position? in ~tech

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    I just came to comment on the fact that you've got 2 instances of very subtle German mixed into your otherwise entirely English post.

    I just came to comment on the fact that you've got 2 instances of very subtle German mixed into your otherwise entirely English post.

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  4. Comment on Keyboard thread in ~hobbies

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    Experience definitely helps but I find that having some sort of visual cue and/or process really helps (e.g. dip the brush slightly in the lube then wipe against a corner 3 times which will kind...

    how do you avoid over lubing? Just experience?

    Experience definitely helps but I find that having some sort of visual cue and/or process really helps (e.g. dip the brush slightly in the lube then wipe against a corner 3 times which will kind of ensure you're using the same amount of lube each time, OR using the reflection of a bright lamp to see how thick the layer of lube is). These are things you'll pick up naturally and I don't think anyone explicitly teaches.

    did you get a lube kit or just use what you had?

    You don't really need any special "kit" (but you're free to get one ofc) - I picked up a cheap "lubing brush" (it's really just a thin paint brush) from my local keyboard store as well as a tub of Krytox 205g0 (the most standard lube for switches).

    I feel like there are a lot of other options for lube now which I haven't kept up with, but the krytox has been my go-to for linear switches. Tactiles generally prefer the lighter lubes to keep tactility, such as Tribosys 3203/3204.

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  5. Comment on Keyboard thread in ~hobbies

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    Things were also a LOT more expensive around that time. I do think it's worth lubing your own switches for a few reasons, the pros being: You learn about how switches are constructed (which may...

    I think it's fascinating how much the hobby exploded during the pandemic

    Things were also a LOT more expensive around that time.

     

    I do think it's worth lubing your own switches for a few reasons, the pros being:

    1. You learn about how switches are constructed (which may help with troubleshooting down the line)
    • Very satisfying knowing that you were the one that did it
    • Hand-lubed switches sound better than factory ones (subjective of course but you will probably find a good amount of people agree) provided it's not overlubed
    • You should also have leftover lube if you ever wanna do another set of switches

    Cons:

    • There's always the risk of overlubing, especially when you're just starting out
    • You could also buy already-lubed switches from others if you are lazy but you run the risk of not knowing how consistent they are with their lubing

    Adding on to the last note above, you COULD also get your switches lubed via a reputable switch lubing service at an additional cost if you are too lazy to do your own. Really subjective to where you live so you'd need to ask around in the community.

    I used such a service once before in my area (I live in Melbourne, Australia) from a person that everyone was recommending and haven't regretted it, they did an amazing job.

  6. Comment on Keyboard thread in ~hobbies

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    I got into the keyboard hobby during the first year of the pandemic at the end of 2020 so the type of available keyboards back then were very different to now (I see majority of people in this...

    I got into the keyboard hobby during the first year of the pandemic at the end of 2020 so the type of available keyboards back then were very different to now (I see majority of people in this thread have Keychrons). It all started with typing tests I randomly came across on YouTube.

    It was all "gaming keyboards" for me before then, such as the Corsair K70 RGB Pro, but I got sick of how it sounded in comparison and especially how rattly the spacebar became over time.

    First custom keyboard was the NK65 (hot-swappable), followed eventually by the KBD67 R2 Lite (gasket mount is the way) as the "better" replacement.

    My path from here has been pretty linear as I tried out "flavour of the month" switches and boards from different layouts that I thought were practical. Also moved on to solder boards and even mill-maxed my own PCBs.

    I'm basically retired now as I've obtained all the keyboards/layouts I want and am satisfied with my current set of switches. Half the reason being money (huge money sink obviously if you keep up with latest stuff), and the other being just burn out - I've come to be really sick of lubing switches/stabs and re-building keyboards.

    Here's what I'm currently rocking:

    • KBDFans MAJA V2 with Durock POM Linear switches (Arisu-style board for work, a bit more ergonomic than the other one)
      • Black board with GMK Dracula
    • Vega with Creamsicles (65%, also a work board but portable for anywhere else)
      • Cerakoted "Black Cherry" (kind of burgundy colour) with GMK WoB
    • 7V with Holy Pandas (75%, home board for gaming)
      • White board with GMK Olivia
      • The Holy Pandas are my current favourite set of tactile switches but they are frankenswitches in the end and also not easy to source
    • KFE CE with Black Cherry Pies / 2nd PCB with Lavenders (TKL, also home board for gaming if I want to switch it up)
      • Purple board with PBT Taro (amazing set)

    I also have a spare macropad (the Yampad V2) which I built in case I feel like I missing having a numpad, but it does require a separate USB-C cable.

    So yea, I've gone a bit too deep into this hobby but alas I've settled down already.

    I found that I didn't really like most tactile switches I tried, but if I had to recommend some that are easily available to anyone, I would definitely say Gazzew Boba U4Ts (not to be confused with U4, which are silent tactiles).

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