Daetrin

Here is me giving them a work out. Man, that grubhub order is getting late...where is that guy?

Dunno about you guys, but it sure makes me wish I had an "in" to be in just one episode, just one.

Thanks Glen - your detective work is second to none.

I have to say I was expecting only a pair of binocs, not an impeccably designed and executed carrying case. My pictures are nowhere near as good as Adam's, so I'll let his stand on his own. The craftsmanship is truly a reflection of this talent. Fortune was kind in that they arrived on Friday and I trooped with them yesterday. One of my garrison-mates should be sending me some photos that I'll post as soon as I get them from here. They are paired to my phone, but it's a bit inconvenient to pull my phone out while in full TK. I think I'll get a small, used smartphone (with no SIM) and put make some loops that I can store on it. This way I can use it in costume and not worry about my real phone being lost/damaged. Alternatively, I'm thinking I can have a spotter, officer, or crewman with an iPad do that for me. In any event, they are absolutely a work of art. Credit to @justjoseph63 as well for an amazing kit. Adam, I can't thank you enough for your amazing work. You're the best!!

OK, I can't find where I posted this before so sorry for the repeat. This is what my left thigh looks like after a troop. Two questions: 1. What is the best way to get this off of my thigh and make it look normal again? 2. Is there a good holster vendor who sells holsters that don't do this? Cash in fist as I am unhappy with my current rig.

I think we have all been there... Or the other - velcro first, troop a bit, adjust, then when done glue.

FWIW, I like "fortress of solitude" more than "man cave". This is primo, my friend, primo!

Actually I'd buy a new set from Joseph to drop ship to you - would that be OK? Happy to move to DM if that's easier.

This is really cool. Would you be willing to do this for someone else as a service? Asking for a friend ;-)

Wow, this is pretty cool. I can't wait to see it completed.

Hahahahaha - love that last one in particular

Not with the kidney. It's normal though that it can take a few troops to dial in your armor. No amount of standing in front of a mirror can prepare you for it. You may end up needing some foam padding too. Have people take a bunch of pix and then adjust, troop for an hour & take pix, adjust, etc.

Thanks - that's a really nice display and I may get one too soon.

I'd appreciate that Luca! This forum as you see it now is vastly different than how it started. The best part is we can change it over time to meet the needs of the users. I fully agree about IG & TikTok. FYI that there is a contingent that is very loyal to FB (I know, I know). We also are up on Discord too. FWIW, I can agree that older people can be boring. I work with scouts a lot (ages 12-18) and they are never the problem, it's their parents that drive me nuts. Such sticks in the mud :-p

And, if I have to say it, also shows how sometimes us older folks can make the mistake of generalizations and conforming to our biases vs. actually talking to our audience. Usually we get older we get wiser, but sometimes we fool ourselves that we are wiser than we are.

This is a perfect reminder about outreach and engagement, and some great advice. Thanks so much

That may be as well. Certainly something entitled about younger people today. I call it the curse of the app, e.g. they think they just press and app and things magically take care of themselves without any effort. This is the generation after all that gets trophies for participation...

I think too it used to be - back in the day - that basic wasn't all that great. Black ab plate buttons, plastic belts, FX helmets, etc. Going EI made you look *much* better for a modest investment in time and accuracy. What was EI then is basic now, and Centurion then is more like EI today. In other words, as the base accuracy has gotten higher with better kits and parts, going EI doesn't always result in a better looking suit to the general public. So I think for the normal stormtrooper, there is less incentive to go higher when basic today looks pretty good (compared to years past). Is EI hard to get? I used to say $50 and a few hours of work. Is that still true?

So all of this comes down to encouraging people to go EI from basic. That is ultimately the goal of all these programs. If they are no longer effective, they can be replaced.

What is their barrier to this? Lack of an account? I mean, it's like a 5 minute process to apply if you have all the photos already there. In the past being eligible for that gold EI only coin was a big incentive, but maybe it no longer is?

A close race, surely. Well done mate! :duim:

I think I can safely say that anyone who has gone Expert Infantry or Centurion can relate.

Yes Mike, they both died of COVID.

Tragically, his wife Tracie has passed last week as well: https://www.tributearchive.com/obituaries/23403589/tracie-reber/lapeer/michigan/muir-brothers-funeral-home I'm just gutted by the news still.