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Answer A: How to choose shoes for long-distance urban walking for durability first then comfort?
Your best source for information on brands is still asking someone who has already tried them. Knowing in advance how a brand new untried product will perform is very difficult. You can try examining the new product and using your own judgement about the quality. If a brand has been good in the past,...
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almost 6 years ago
Answer A: What features should I look for in a mini knife?
It needs a handle that can be securely held by the size hand of the user.The blade won't be useful if one can't keep hold well enough. Also since it is small it will be easier to cut with it if it is very sharp.That way less leverage is required.
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almost 6 years ago
Answer A: Which characteristics to look for in charcoal for a Son Of Hibachi portable grill?
From experience, self-lighting treated charcoals give a bad flavor to the food, as do liquid lighters. I used to use a stack in a metal chimney to light. Always use the freshest and very dry charcoal if possible. The flavor might be better depending on the type of wood its from. Smaller pieces will l...
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almost 6 years ago
Answer A: Under optimal conditions, how far could an emergency whistle be heard?
Practically, I don't know how far, but a lower pitch will generally carry farther. Also, one's hearing works better if the sound pattern is unusual or personally known to the listener. (A loved one's voice across a crowded party.) Fog horns are low pitched to reach farther. A ululating sound pattern ...
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almost 6 years ago
Answer A: I didn't apply enough DWR treatment to my jacket, can I just add more?
I believe that I would try one or two inconspicuous spots where it appears to be wetting the exterior. Those spots may be resistant to your treatment for some reason. Try a spray waterproofing locally on those. The different formulation may penetrate better. If it doesn't work, you haven't ruined the...
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almost 6 years ago