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Aces High General Discussion / Re: Can’t Stop… Won’t Stop!

« Last post by DmonSlyr on Today at 09:58:15 AM »

I appreciate the write up and response. Yes, with Salt, not a grain, mostly because I feel your write up is for very advanced folks who understand the nuances of a 109, but a person whose new to a 109 isnt going to realize any rudder difference since most dont perform ACM well to begin with. Your post is more aligned with 1v1 situations where a slight rudder advantage may help in a very close fight, but overall wont make a large difference for folks just learning the 109s. While you say it may be a bit faster between 2-6k. Its not going to make a large difference for a new 109 guy since any thing that can catch a G14 will catch a G6. IMO, using gondies is crucial, especially if you are a bad aimer, 1 20mm will get you picked chasing. If you are only going to use 1 20mm, just better off using the 109F. In a 1v1 fight, sure the gondies make a difference in weight. In the MA, IMO, its much better for a player to have more fire spray n pray firepower  with 20s than only 1 20 they cant aim and get picked chasing. For what its worth, if someone doesnt want to learn reversals and defense ACM than they should just stick to 190s because the 109s are of the best counter punchers in the game for overshoot crossing shots.

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The O' Club / Re: A 50 year mortgage..

« Last post by AKIron on Today at 09:49:48 AM »

Yeah, tornadoes. I grew up in Dallas. I figured the weather here just 50-60 miles north of there would be the same. The weather here is noticeably more violent here than I remember there. I think we had more thunderstorms the first summer we were back in Texas than we had 16 years in Idaho.

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The O' Club / Re: A 50 year mortgage..

« Last post by CptTrips on Today at 09:41:05 AM »

I noticed they do have a lot of backyard wine cellars in OK.

Tornado shelters?

If I was stuck in OK I'd drink a lot more too. 

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The O' Club / Re: A 50 year mortgage..

« Last post by AKIron on Today at 09:39:21 AM »

I noticed they do have a lot of backyard wine cellars in OK.

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The O' Club / Re: A 50 year mortgage..

« Last post by CptTrips on Today at 09:38:54 AM »

With the recent election cementing business friendly policies into the Texas Constitution there will be even more of this:

https://www.foxbusiness.com/economy/why-major-financial-firms-expanding-texas-presence-beyond-traditional-wall-street-hub

Mainly because of our cheaper housing and central time zone.

I hope a lot come in from other states.  I don't know or care what their politics are, it is likely to lead to a further moderation of our population. 

My dream is one day you have a 50\50 split of the state and each party has to fight like heck to prove they will do better for the people.  A little more out of state moderation and we will get there.

When you have one-party rule for too long, in Texas, Cali, or Mexico you get rot.  Freedom comes when all pols have to sweat their job every election.  In Texas we don't have that yet.  One party knows they don't even have to try or produce.

For now.






 

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The O' Club / Re: A 50 year mortgage..

« Last post by AKIron on Today at 09:32:47 AM »

A lot are leaving too.



I still find it hard to believe, despite it's failings, that anyone would prefer OK or FL over TX.

We looked at OK just north of the Texas border. Cheaper home prices and cheaper property taxes. However, OK has a state income tax and an average sales tax of 9%, including on groceries. I was studying Durant OK and noticed no big grocery chains there. After see the sales tax rate I understood why and why we see so many OK plates at the grocery stores here.

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The O' Club / Re: A 50 year mortgage..

« Last post by AKIron on Today at 09:29:40 AM »

With the recent election cementing business friendly policies into the Texas Constitution there will be even more of this:

https://www.foxbusiness.com/economy/why-major-financial-firms-expanding-texas-presence-beyond-traditional-wall-street-hub

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Aces High General Discussion / Re: Another Pilot Flew West Last Night

« Last post by CptTrips on Today at 09:28:16 AM »

That sucks.

I flew with him in one of the BoB scenarios.  A great guy.

 

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The O' Club / Re: A 50 year mortgage..

« Last post by CptTrips on Today at 09:25:53 AM »

Florida, and to a lesser degree Texas, is about to see a lot more people with money from NYC.

A lot are leaving too.

Despite the number of people leaving Texas, the state's population continues to grow due to even more people moving in. Between 2023 and 2024, Texas gained over 562,000 residents, the most of any state. However, the rate of domestic migration (moves from other U.S. states) is slowing, making out-migration more noticeable.
A variety of factors drive people to leave Texas, including rising costs, intense weather, and dissatisfaction with the state's political climate. Recent movers are often young, urban, and non-homeowners.
Primary reasons people are leaving Texas
Cost of living and affordability
While historically affordable, the cost of living in Texas has risen significantly, particularly in metropolitan areas.
High property taxes: The state's lack of a personal income tax is offset by high property taxes, which have soared due to the housing boom.
Rising housing costs: The rapid influx of people has driven up housing costs, forcing many, especially millennials and Gen Z, to look for more affordable options elsewhere.
Slowing income growth: A 2025 study found that Texas ranked 30th in the nation for income growth, a troubling sign for a state with increasing expenses.
Weather and environment
Texas is known for its extreme and unpredictable weather, which is a major factor for some leaving the state.
Extreme heat: Summers with temperatures frequently exceeding 100°F are becoming unbearable for some residents.
Power grid issues: The state's power grid, which is separate from the national grid, is a source of concern. Massive outages, such as the 2021 winter storm that led to hundreds of deaths, have shaken confidence in the state's infrastructure.
Natural disasters: Texas is also prone to hurricanes, tornadoes, and flooding.
Politics and culture
A number of social and political issues are influencing moves out of the state.
Conservative policies: For some liberal and independent-leaning residents, the state's conservative political shift on issues like abortion, gun rights, and transgender rights is a dealbreaker.
Impact on families: Some residents with children are leaving due to dissatisfaction with the public education system and concerns over safety.
Seeking like-minded communities: Some people report moving to find communities with values that align more closely with their own.
Where people are moving
According to recent data, top destinations for those leaving Texas include:
California: Attracting former Texans despite its reputation for high costs, possibly for cultural reasons.
Florida: A popular destination with a growing population, similar to Texas in many ways.
Oklahoma: A nearby, more affordable option that draws former Texans.
Washington and Colorado: States that appeal to those seeking different weather and political climates.

I still find it hard to believe, despite it's failings, that anyone would prefer OK or FL over TX.

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Aces High General Discussion / Re: Another Pilot Flew West Last Night

« Last post by Kovel on Today at 09:23:29 AM »

So sad to hear.