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Where are you?  If you're in Bangkok -- check out GRACE VISION -- small family business , with more than 10 years experience. Very reasonable. Just got myself a pair of glasses which ALSO CUT out Computer's blue light. So much more ease when working on the computer for long periods. Big diff! https://www.facebook.com/Grace-Vision-แว่นตาราคาเบาๆ-103432898803179  

Call Karin 095 913 9092 (speaks English) 

Can I directly message you somehow ? Pls drop me a line at [email protected] Looking at a simple CCTV set up in the back yard esp. where we have a neighbor who does the strangest things like throw stuff over our wall, cut down our tree along our mutual fence, at midnight etc.. 

Need evidence. So a CCTV set up may be a good idea, if not too pricey or difficult to install and operate.  

Just wondering -- are folks missing all the news about several European countries dumping AstraZ and the European Medical Authority's (EMA) report finding links between the blood-clotting side-effects and deaths from Astra?  Now the actual time needed for clinical trials for these vaccines has been ignored due to 'emergency' use .   " In the trial records, it is explicitly stated that estimated study completion dates for the Pfizer, Mordena and AstraZeneca safety-related study are May 2, 2023, October 27, 2022, and February 14, 2023, respectively. " (can share details if required from a report I have read) All this to say -- now we want to COMBINE TWO experimental vaccines -- when NO clinical HUMAN trials have been done to see the effects? Not sure who wants to be the "test-tube" and guinea pigs for these upcoming injections? 

I am thankful I have an unlimited flow of the strong acidic (non-chemical) pH2.5 water from our medical water generator -- this provides us with all our needs for sanitizers, disinfectants, mouth washes, meat sanitizer (killing all pathogens like Ecoli, salmonella), antiseptic for wounds -- esp usefult o stop bleeding...etc.. please see the pic I am posting --Message me if you need more info on this. It's the best investment you could make for using the science of water in the seven different pH levels for internal and external healthcare. The 9.5pH provides rapid cellular hydration with its properties in molecular hydrogen and rich antioxidants..  Will be happy to answer queries and provide information about this certified medical device for home use.  

Just a question about Ozonated water -- can't find the post now -- but can someone fill me in on this -- how do you ozonate your water? Special equipment? 

Great thread! Yes, I have been doing intermittent fasting -- with last meal at 7pm and nothing but a 'rainbow' smoothie at around 11am -- full of fruits/vege/butterflypea flowers and hibiscus from garden included plus homemade yogurt plus some nootropic powders mixed in and coconut oil . So that's a hefty and pretty substantial brunch. Nothing else but water kefirs and teas (moringa, nootropic/brainfood teas), nuts, fruits. Then a meal with the family -- not vegan.   Important point too for me in talking about diets is conscience -- have a clear conscience about what you do. Condemnation or a seared conscience, feeling guilty or bad about eating something can pretty much make your food toxic as the neurotransmitters send out negative vibes instead of the dopamine, serotonin, oxytocin - good vibes to enrich your food experience. Like if you think eating non-organic or meats or anything, and have a bad conscience about it, then don't eat it -- I can't explain it all here but there is a connection between the heart/mind and the food we eat - which can truly enrich us or be toxic.  Anyway -- there's scientific stuff out there that connects the heart-brain-gutbrain-head brain..etc.  As for autophagy -- it's great -- WORKing out during part of the intermittent fasting or any fasting is really a powerboost cos since the body is not receiving any input and nothing new to burn as fuel, it is forced to go into the deeper recesses of the body -- to the stored fuel or excess/waste -- to burn as the fuel you need as you work out..  One of the best ways to really get a CLEAN,Lean, efficiently functioning body!    Here's to an Optimized Life!  Thanks for all the input here, ppl! 

You could try the Powerline jobbies if your circuits can take it.

Faster than Wifi and works through walls.

http://www.tp-link.com/common/subject/powerline/TL-PA211/?siteid=3

Is this available in Bangkok? I still don't understand how it works? Do you buy one or several?

Would you know where we can get this?

If you know who you are -- a spirit in a dirt-body, made in the image and likeness of God (Genesis 1:26) there should be no issues what you want to call yourself. God included all humanity -- no matter what label of religion they want to put on themselves -- when He reconciled the world to Himself through Jesus (the God-in-man being) nailing dead the curse of sin on the cross, cancelling out the mis-perceived distance between God and man, and with his resurrection, He returned the authority of man to take dominion over the earth. What happens here on earth is very much dependent on your choices, how you wield the authority and power God's given man -- God doesn't send sickness, misfortune, scams, problems as if He has to spank us for our sins. God is Love and as a father, that's His nature. If you believe He's your heavenly father, you will also believe in His unconditional love for you. The way you choose to live your life very much depends on what you believe. Too many people people live in fear, or are overly sin-conscious. "If I do this, it brings bad luck or good luck or the idea of good/bad karma. "That fear or consciousness alone will put you in bondage. You now fear that if you follow one Christianity or Buddhism, you may anger an unknown force or this could be a sin . Let go of that -- don't imprison and bind yourself to religion with all its rules, traditions and customs. You need neither a church, a temple, a priest, a monk or anyone to tell you how to live your life if you just come into a position where you can discover that it's a RELATIONSHIP with God that matters, NOT a RELIGION. That's all pretty much man-made. TALK to God, and ASK Him to show you His reality and what you should do. I'm pretty sure He'll show up as I know He always answers the hungry heart. If you're really seeking, you will find, knocking, the door will be open to you. All you have to do is REALISE that God's Spirit lives within you -- He's there but you just haven't realised His presence yet! Check Him out -- you'll be pleasantly surprised -- 'and you will know the truth and the truth shall set you free' (John 8:32) Discover His Love, and the freedom you can have from man and the system's traditions! Heaven is not after you die -- let heaven invade your world NOW! Don't wait -- life is meant to be lived to the full, abundantly! (John 10:10)

Can't find any threads on this. Just wondering how many photos for each member of the family when Father goes in to renew his teaching visa? He was told one but on a google search, I noticed a site that said three passport photos are required for each person. Kindly advise if anyone has done this recently.

My friend went in to Imm. on Sept 11. to get his approved marriage visa stamp. So he started counting 90 days from then, thinking that Sept 11 was the start of the reporting period as it was the start of his new visa.

So he braved the mobs and went in promptly on Dec 11, only to be told that he was FIVE months late (since he came in to Thailand again on July 31) and would have to arrange for a special meeting with the officers in charge because of this. Any advice? Anyone know what the fines are? I heard that you can't be fined more than 2000 if at Immo. office and 5,000 baht if at airport. Can he still get a re-entry visa if he has this problem? Another friend who was late a few times has always just gone out of the country and returned with no problems. Wd appreciate any advice.

Yes, that's for the tip seajae, and yes, I will invest in plastic containers!!

Slowly but surely, the termites are taking over my outside storage room especially where I have stored things in cardboard boxes. I have read about people using "baiting poison" --poisoned wood which termites feed on and bring back to feed their families, thus exterminating the colonies. Would anyone know where I can find these poisons? Also, can anyone recommend a good termite exterminating company in BANGKOK -- that really knows how to do the job? Hoping for responses asap!

Well, thanks guys! I'll save the links for next time. I've just bought the Bimolas -- the second one came with the TIS stickers..etc.., the guy gave a decent explanation, plus all the Bilmola booklets, guarantee, his card, receipts, his word.... The cost was the same as other shops, at 2,500 baht for the Defender Sportage. Well, it's done. Not more I can do at this point but will be declaring grace and protection over my bikers whenever they're out. Thanks for all the input, guys!

Just bought a Bilmola but it didn't have the TIS or DOT or any quality-approval sticker on it. When I compared the helmet to what was shown on a youtube review on that particular model, it seemed the stamp on the box for the model was also different. Instead of saying: Model - Defender Sportage , it gave a model number like FP-6. Could someone tell me if I've been duped or is this just ignorance on my part? Seemed to come from a trustworthy source -- the shop only stocks Bilmola helmets . Kindly advise.

Going helmet shopping tomorrow! Wondering about the LS2 -- just for city use 00 that I saw in a couple of shops today. They've gotten some good reviews but wondering if anyone has used them here in tropical Thailand. How do they fare? Looking at the range from 2,000 to 3,000 baht. Any other recommendations for fibre models in that price range? Thanks!

OK guys --- thank you for all your responses. Super helpful to see all the various perspectives!

The issue of helmets was probably mentioned in some earlier threads already but I was wondering:

1. Besides the FIT, what else should we be looking at in getting a real good HELMET,

2. Any recommended brands that will give the best protection, good air ventilation, good peripheral views...etc..?

If possible, include the price and the shops to get it?

Thanks soo much....

THIS is SUPER!!! A fantastic resources! -- Kudos to everyone who helped on this. I'm a newbie here as my sons have started riding bikes. Just a question for Bkk riders --- i) can you recommend just one or two shops known for middle-market customers like me -- like not dirt cheap fakes but not high-end stuff either with good proper protection in helmets/gloves and armor jackers (medium size) ? I really don't know where to start and don't want to drag the boys from place to place. Just need ONE or TWO good recommendations in bangkok and we'll go for it. Thanks!!

You guys have to watch this! It's hilarious if not so real....

Granted, it's by a newbie biker but it does expose alot of the dangers we face here in Bangkok. Like someone mentioned, you may drive safe, others around may just not be as conscious of safety -- theirs or yours!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CGd6pGA2K_M

Note that the 320SP shop carries mostly fake reproductions of name brands. You can't get a real Alpinestars jacket for 2500 baht- the armor and safety stitching will be vastly inferior in comparison with the real thing.

As far as the back of the jacket goes, for most you need to buy a separate back protector if you want a higher level of protection.

Point 1: Oh, great. Thanks for the tip about 320sp -- guess I won't be going there. So I am thinking of having a friend in the US buy it and send it via a container of his other stuff or bring it personally. That being the case, if I am getting something from the US, what can I get -- suitable for Bangkok -- with adequate back protection -- without having to buy inserts or modifying it. I was recommended Joe Rocket from cyclegear, for the US$189 jacket. Anyone have suggestions of stuff in the US I can get for around US200 or less?

Point 2: Is it better to get good airflow light jacket and put in your own back inserts, for use here?

Sorry I'm asking so many questions about all the variables available.

Point 3: On another point, I checked with Honda Training for big bikes and it's only in Thai. Would anyone in Bangkok be wiling to spend a couple of hours on a Sunday -- we live by a large empty carpark -- and just share 'from the voice of experience' some safety pointers about big bikes? It'd be my two sons and one of their girlfriends who also rides a CBR 250. In return, beers and a barbeque -- food fest of some sort....??

I'm sure there are some seasoned hands in this forum who could help -- could be the first TV motorbike safety meet! Ha!

Training, training and more training - whether they like it or not. You should make using the bikes conditional on completing a proper training course of which there are several options. For those who don't know, the compulsory and rather good bike training system in Singapore was copied from optional training courses available here. It is a real shame they are not compulsory here... Honda and Yamaha has courses on Bangna and are the best investment you can make in your kids safety. Storm have some great trainers like Khun Nay of Barcelona motors, and Khun Ek. When they have their first 'bump' they will understand why bike shoes at minimum, or boots, gloves, and a full-faced helmet (or MX/enduro helmet) stop minor bumps from being weeks of irritation and pain. I rode in Singapore for a while without gloves then saw a scooter t-boned when both vehicles were doing 10-15 kph. The rider put his hand down and lost all the skin from his wrist to his elbow on the railing! I turned around and got my gloves and put my steel-caps on... As for those of you who change what you wear depending on how far you are going - remember this. Most accidents happen close to home on familiar roads. We are lower our intensity when close to home, especially on the way home when we might be tired. Familiarity breeds contempt and on bikes, that leads to accidents. There is only one rule - All the gear - All the time. Ride safe...

Thanks guys for the recommendations on the gear and the training. I think I've narrowed it down to checking out the jackets at 320SP in Chinatown (only thing I wonder about is the suggested 'foam-back' jackets -- doesn't seem too protective, that...) Re: Training: Can you help direct me more specifically to the TRAINING Course in Bangkok - do I just call Honda or Yamaha and ask them? Are there any other recommendations for good defensive riding training here in Bangkok?Anyone have details like how long the course is, , contact number, prices...etc... Really appreciate the whole-hearted concern everyone's pouring into this forum. Actually this concern of mine started when a friend's boyfriend riding a 650 in Rayong recently had an accident, head decapitated, and is the second son in his family to have died from a motorbike accident. So yes,,,, I know the potential dangers and am therefore, very grateful for all of you who are sharing so many good points and perspectives. I think those of you who are in bangkok should get together and set up an informal group where newbies in biking can meet you, seasoned guys and learn a thing or two from you!

Anyone know of any safety jacket shops in the northern Bangkok area or Rangsit, Bang Khen, Bangkapi, Ramindra, Chaengwattana, Saphan Mai, Lad Prao, Thonglor, Pradit-Manutham (there's Honda Big Wings -- do they have anything good there? )

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Easy solution, buy an inexpensive second fullface, e.g. the Real GJ-998 for 1500 Baht:

http://www.real-helmets.com/index.php?page=shop.product_details&flypage=flypage.tpl&category_id=2&option=com_virtuemart&Itemid=4&product_id=6

But OK, i lock my cheap Real too, and yes, this takes some time. But at least its a "real helmet", not just a plastic bucket

Are helmets like the cheap Index made from different material from say, the REAL? Is Index plastic?

As already mentioned good helmet pants jacket gloves etc etc if off-road a le-att brace is worth every cent but the biggest thing lacking in Thailand is EDUCATION!! Been riding 20 years and the things ive seen here never in a million years would i of thought I'd see crazy stuff like I have!!

what is a le-att brace?

Can someone please direct me to perhaps to the local dealers for some of the abovementioned armor -- around 6 - 7000baht?