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Writing on the stumbling energy transition.
Replying to Avatar walker

Does 1080p vs 720p REALLY make that noticeable of a difference?

I record nostr:npub10qrssqjsydd38j8mv7h27dq0ynpns3djgu88mhr7cr2qcqrgyezspkxqj8 with Riverside.fm, and I usually record in 720p to avoid issues, but my Sony a6700 records up to 4K… but will most people even notice the difference..?

If watching on a larger screen such as a television and on a fast internet connection maybe. But likely not on a smaller device such as a smartphone, and especially not on a mobile network if the mobile operator throttles video. At least in the U.S. , most mobile operators no matter the signal type of speeds throttle video at 480p.

“Event-attribution research” is just another form of Fiat Science.

It enables useless fake scientists, activists, and bureaucrats access to the money printer.

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First, event attribution research is a form of tactical science — research performed explicitly to serve legal and political ends. This is not my opinion, but has been openly stated on many occasions by the researchers who developed and perform event attribution research.2 Such research is not always subjected to peer review, and this is often by design as peer-review takes much longer than the news cycle. Instead, event attribution studies are generally promoted via press release.

For instance, researchers behind the World Weather Attribution (WWA) initiative explain that one of their key motives in conducting such studies is, “increasing the ‘immediacy’ of climate change, thereby increasing support for mitigation.” WWA’s chief scientist, Friederike Otto, explains, “Unlike every other branch of climate science or science in general, event attribution was actually originally suggested with the courts in mind.” Another oft-quoted scientist who performs rapid attribution analyses, Michael Wehner, summarized their importance (emphasis in original) — “The most important message from this (and previous) analyses is that “Dangerous climate change is here now!”

https://rogerpielkejr.substack.com/p/weather-attribution-alchemy?utm_campaign=posts-open-in-app&triedRedirect=true

Replying to Avatar HodlHomestead

7 years ago, a friend and I were in the Chilean Andes, we hiked up a steep hillside to check out some local biking trails. At the top, he casually said, "I think I'll fly down." I was confused until he pulled out an ultralight paraglider from his backpack.

I watched in amazement as he ran off the hillside and smoothly flew down to the valley floor. The next day, I sold my bike, bought my first glider, and adopted flying as a new sport for exploring the mountains.

My two close friends and I bought wings together and took classes at a local paragliding school. The first steps off the cliff into the breeze is a surreal weightless feeling.

https://v.nostr.build/3Z9cDjoubDdeWlYq.mp4

Our learning process wasn't without incidents and some very close calls prompted us to dedicate more effort to learning techniques, meteorology, and flying more often in easier conditions. I wanted to be safer through knowledge and experience. Risk to reward ratio became a major driver behind all flying missions.

https://v.nostr.build/JcXJXPZFozz3Y1k3.mp4

Mountains vary a ton in weather and conditions so paragliders come in various sizes to accommodate different styles of flying. We quickly learned it was good to have a quiver to enjoy different weather conditions.

A wing for mountain cruising and long distance

https://v.nostr.build/eqTTm4Py2RcQ2ua9.mp4

And a wing for high-speed descents and high speed wind.

https://v.nostr.build/U8uGb1lsgGKrd768.mp4

As experienced kayakers, we could visualize air flow like a river, helping us progress quickly. We soon began tackling big mountain hike and fly goals in our backyards.

https://v.nostr.build/dnAxK7aKjja9zJXN.mp4

https://v.nostr.build/L6gKIX4GcYWfS6ez.mp4

I started carrying a wing in my car trunk wherever I went, flying at official sites (where I could find them) and plenty of unofficial ones too. One of the coolest things about paragliding is hiking up a mountain and flying back down to your car.

https://v.nostr.build/h7pSxtdnIJXDBXpV.mp4

Going to the ocean? Bring the wing. Great way to explore the beach.

https://v.nostr.build/M937m3ZhN2SR3DQz.mp4

https://v.nostr.build/Txi1HatQcugo4tW5.mp4

(Thanks for the Commentary Eli 😂)

I even used my mini wing to tow myself to the top of some epic backcountry skiing.

https://v.nostr.build/ggYlVupUGM04VtZA.mp4

There is something beautiful about traveling with a small extra backpack that lets you fly around and see new locations from above. It's a call to hit the road and go exploring with any free time.

https://v.nostr.build/tLa9kXYLZEeAFv1l.mp4

If you're interested in paragliding, here are some tips to hopefully help you avoid mistakes I made:

•⁠ ⁠Take lessons

•⁠ ⁠Buy a wing matching your experience level

•⁠ ⁠Fly with better pilots who can advise you

•⁠ ⁠Always fly with a GPS beacon

•⁠ ⁠Always carry a parachute & first aid kit with tourniquet

•⁠ ⁠Fly in late afternoons for dampened, easier conditions

- Know that is is totally ok to pack your wing up and walk away from a flight aka take your ego out of it.

Paragliding is an incredible sport/hobby that offers unique perspectives and pairs well with hiking and skiing in large mountains or beach life. Keep present that safety and proper training are crucial to enjoying your time in the air. Happy flying!

https://v.nostr.build/zdzI55VfEiEkMQMu.mp4

#Nostr #photography #paragliding #mountains #outdoor #hiking #flying

Incredible

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