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    DaiGurenMK42 got a reaction from Nissen in LTT Laptop Bag - Ya Want One?   
    I didn't initially agree with the others for 17in version.
     
    But the comments are right. LTT making products for niche tech use cases makes sense. Make it the whale 🐳 bag.
     
    I assume you will fit the MacBook / Framework sizes. I don't know what kinds of models 17in laptops are made for nowadays but they are probably beefy.
     
     
    Still prefer a messenger bag instead of a separate steam Deck and laptop bags. That seems wasteful. A 16in laptop and steam Deck or switch should fit in the tech messenger bag. Charger, mouse pockets are welcome. Along with other tech specific features.
     
    Three sizes 14in, 16in, 18in jumbo version.
     
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    DaiGurenMK42 got a reaction from GTC in LTT Laptop Bag - Ya Want One?   
    I didn't initially agree with the others for 17in version.
     
    But the comments are right. LTT making products for niche tech use cases makes sense. Make it the whale 🐳 bag.
     
    I assume you will fit the MacBook / Framework sizes. I don't know what kinds of models 17in laptops are made for nowadays but they are probably beefy.
     
     
    Still prefer a messenger bag instead of a separate steam Deck and laptop bags. That seems wasteful. A 16in laptop and steam Deck or switch should fit in the tech messenger bag. Charger, mouse pockets are welcome. Along with other tech specific features.
     
    Three sizes 14in, 16in, 18in jumbo version.
     
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    DaiGurenMK42 reacted to CornChowder in LTT Laptop Bag - Ya Want One?   
    Created an account just for this after watching WAN.
     
    I just came back from traveling, using a free laptop bag from some expo. I found it to be a perfect size for an air travel "personal item" or "tech purse" but lacking in quality, comfort, and one crucial feature:
    A rear strap to securely mount it onto a rolling luggage handle.
     
    Features the bag has that I found super useful:
    Main laptop pouch also had 2 slim mesh pockets, one of which was the perfect size to hold a passport with boarding passes stuck in it (I still like physical boarding passes). Middle pouch has depth (not flat) and fit a Switch in a hard case, plus a ziplock bag full of medication / travel liquids. Front pocket fit a Pro controller (I don't travel with a mouse but I love having a controller) chargers, cords, earbuds. Outer mesh water bottle pocket on the side. That might sound like a lot but once it's packed in it was surprisingly slim and easily fit under an airplane seat.
     
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    DaiGurenMK42 reacted to gardey in LTT Laptop Bag - Ya Want One?   
    Made an account just to put in my two cents.
     
    1.) 17"+ thick gaming laptop size is a must.
         If I recall correctly, one of the concepts of LTT making merch is to fill niches. There are a plethora of options for thinner laptops and tablets under 17" -- as high quality as it may be, it would be pretty mid for LTT to make just another laptop bag when there's so many gaming laptops featured in the videos. (Also please include a picture fitting the chonkiest laptop inside the case instead of just measurement specs if possible.)
     
    2.) Larger compartment for power brick/peripherals.
         I personally find it cumbersome to have to get my power brick and peripherals out of another bag. Does not need inner compartments since, as you know, gaming laptops come with power bricks that are like smashed PSUs with a rigid cable and are in various sizes. Ideally the compartment is thick enough to fit the power brick and cable, a gaming mouse, and a few cables. (Space seems tight to have a TKL or <65% keeb on top of that and most of us keeb people would have a special bag for our baby, but its an option. Same thing with headphones. No audiophile wouldn't have a dedicated case for their cans.) 
     
    3.) Hardshell.
         A hardshell and 17"+ gaming laptop ready case/backpack is quite rare. I am only aware of one from a certain brand but do not want it since it feels weird having X laptop brand bag with Y laptop. LTT is all emcompassing and cool though. Also design.
     
    4.) Anti-static and/or ESD... something somewhere on or in it.
         Gimmicky but would be nice. Airplane air and winter air can get pretty dry.
     
    5.) Spitballing...
          Wouldn't it be cool if the laptop case doubled as a laptop stand? Upon opening of the case, an aluminium mesh panel slopes upward to turn into the stand, allowing airflow and use of the laptop without removing it from the case. Duo/Trio CPU fan bracket can be slot onto the mesh panel for additional cooling. An inner layer with adjustable-position grummets allow for clean cable management to keep the laptop-end of the power cable to stay connected and out of sight while the case is closed or open. Your shoulders will thank you with the inclusion of casters and telescopic handle, which comes with a holder for your Uncle Linus Classic Potato Moonshine Bottle? But doubles as a backpack and triples as a shoulder bag because more options are cool? Burlap cover with "Uncle Linus' Potato PC" to keep it stealthy? If anything it's an idea for Alex to make...? 😛 (But seriously, while it's not best practice, being able to charge the laptop while its in the case would be convenient.)
     
    About messenger/shoulder bag...
          Honestly, I do not think it is the best solution simply due to the flaws in the design of such bag. I've extensively used messenger bags (the casual one that slings on the shoulder, not the ones cyclists use) from designer to sports to camping name brands (all above $100 at least) for travel and as a student.
    1.) With the weight of the gaming laptop and the power brick, about 8lbs (4kg) together on average, it doesn't take long for my shoulder and back to hurt. A well-designed backpack distributes the weight to several parts of the body whereas a messenger bag strap is 90%+ all on one shoulder. I typically just use the shoulder strap as a fail safe and hold it by handle. 
    2.) Points of failure. The reason why I went through many messenger bags is that either the plastic buckle holding the bag breaks, or the strap holding the buckle/bag tears. The same issue as mentioned above, undistributed stress on a singular point causes this to happen and is inevitable. Makes the bag literally a glorified paper bag if no handle.
    3.) Strap adjustment is never implemented well. The adjustment buckle finds a way to dig into my body and/or makes noise because they aren't designed for multidirectional stress on them and just reused from a backpack. These parts are usually plastic and likely to break at one point or if metal, then its the strap that gets damaged. Makes the bag quite unusable unless you're an max length person.
    4.) [Buckle type] Buckles are cumbersome to reach, especially with a full bag. Breaks easily because it's usually plastic or it's metal and stops shutting right or is too stiff.
    5.) [Zipper type] Lateral force is begging for the zipper to break. Another way I had a messenger bag break on me was that the outer layer with the stitched-on strap ripped off the inner layer. I think I can again blame uneven weight distribution due to the nature of messenger bags.
    6.) [Clasp type] It takes a miracle to get the magnet level perfect. Either too weak or too strong. It also common that the male or female side just falls off and makes it literally unusable. Adhering it back on usually is a hackjob solution because it doesn't help when the magnet and you opening it is constantly pulling it off. Usually these only have one clasp too so the flap isn't secure. Additionally, if someone wanted to carry audio equipment, the magnet is not something they would want.
    7.) [Rolltop type] Horrible to take things out of. Definitely not for casual use. If you don't know why the reason behind it's design, you definitely don't need it. Honestly, whoever made this did it just for design and not for practicality since it removes the benefits of both.
         Finally, although the LTT backpack can't fit a 17" gaming laptop, just doing some modifications to it, like for a V2/MKII/etc., is probably the easiest solution for LTT if they want to cater to the messenger/shoulder bag people in my so very expert non-biased and spectacularly wise opinion. Like.. one handle being stiched on the side without the side pocket, then removable/additional strap that latches to the bag to make it better slingable over the shoulder. Though I would like to see what LTT could make with how amazing the backpack seems like. (Doesn't fit my laptop...)
     
     
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    DaiGurenMK42 reacted to Arthur_AK in LTT Laptop Bag - Ya Want One?   
    On the Wan show (07/03/2023), it was mentioned that the laptop bag would not be fit cycling in the rain. I please that you would consider this. Rain and cycling are such common things, especially here in Europe, and Nordic (Finland myself), and it rains / snows 5/6th of the year here, yet I cycle/e-scoot all year.
    And if I haul my laptop in taxi/etc. bigger form of transportation, I usually chuck it into bigger bags or flight cases (filming sets / streaming gigs / trip to other countries), that when I transport lightly, it might only be the laptop bag, and most of those times I'm on my e-scoot or so. And I don't want to be scared to place it down when the ground is wet.
    I also need to buy a laptop bag, and LTT design seems so perfect otherwise, mostly for the brick pocket, as my Asus Zenbook has a huge power brick. Also, the mouse pocket is a nice plus.
    Linis always says to do it right and big. If I'm gonna spend the money to have a fitting laptop bag, it should well at least be protecting from water, that is really one the biggest enemies on transportation items.
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    DaiGurenMK42 reacted to GTBTK in LTT Laptop Bag - Ya Want One?   
    Make sure that the laptop sleeves carry handle is wide enough so that it will fit over the extended bars of a carry-on trolly bag. It allows you to slide the sleeves handle strap over the extended handle bars and rest the laptop bag on top of your trolly bag without risk of it falling off or twisting around while walking around airports etc.
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    DaiGurenMK42 reacted to CozzyTV in LTT Laptop Bag - Ya Want One?   
    I tend to use my messenger bags / satchels for school. I tend to need room for a small binder, some folders, a pencil pouch, a hard cover book, and a small water bottle. I also need to carry around a laptop and a charger. I have one currently and the size of the massive main compartment is pretty good but it doesn't have enough other pockets! It is around 15 inches by 4 inches in the main compartment, but is able to stretch out.
     
    I love the full open design of the prototype, and the pocket for a charging brick, and mouse. It seems really well organized with space for any little tech trinkets I could need.
     
    The shoulder strap being sold separately is a great idea! I also want to check that it won't slide around on the strap. My current bag's shoulder piece slides around a bunch.
     
    Also, I would prefer a more messenger bag style, with a flap that magnetically locks on at the front. My issue I have with this a lot is when I overstuff my bag. I sometimes have to put a bunch of stuff I need to transport from place to place, and it spills out of the bag. The flap won't clip down and keep anything in place, so it ends up just getting in the way. I would really appreciate multiple levels of magnets to secure the flap in different places.
     
    As I'm going between classes, I don't want to be unzipping and rezipping every single time I change classes. So having a flap that covers my stuff without needing to zip everything up would be fantastic!
     
    Would love an external water bottle holder on the side, and a place to put the LTT screwdriver!
     
    Overall, I love this bag's design, I just wish it was deeper so I could fit more stuff! Attached a pic of my current bag with a ruler for scale(Don't own a Banana, sorry!)

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    DaiGurenMK42 reacted to epiphani in LTT Laptop Bag - Ya Want One?   
    I think I'm like the fourth person to create an account to comment on this.  Working my way through WAN show is a weekend housework activity for me, and this week is a doozy.  Greetings from Norway!
     
    I'm a backpack owner, and it's great - but it's beefy.  For travel, overnight or 2 day trips or things like that it's wonderful, but it's awkward as hell for most of my day to day.  I turn around and hit people with it far more often than I'd like.  As a 13" laptop guy (with no intention of ever moving larger), I love the more minimal size of this, and would probably get it if it ends up meeting my needs.  For those people talking about 17" gamer laptops and lots of power bricks, I'm not sure this is the target of the product.  The backpack sounds perfect for you...
     
    Think of this as a daily driver for the more minimalist among us.  Leaving the house for work or school, what do you take with you.  For me, that list is:
    - 13" Laptop, Charger, cables, maybe a few dongles/adapters.
    - 1-3 books, a notebook, writing implements.
    - LTT waterbottle.
     
    This is SO close even in this design.
     
    My requests: 
    1- Missing the a place to put the (small) LTT water bottle is a problem.  I had the larger water bottle size initially but sized down, and it goes literally everywhere with me.  Ideally, maybe, you could reduce the number of the SKUs by making the 14-16" design easily and properly integrating a 13" laptop + a water bottle, or something.  I'd like the water bottle inside the bag - the whole mesh-on-the-outside approach would make the bag unbalanced or more awkward. 
    2- Handle on top, somehow.  There's times when the strap isn't viable for some reason, and holding it off the side could be awkward.  Maybe two longer handles that fold up to meet in the middle?
     
    Otherwise, I'm looking forward to seeing how this progresses!  I walk 2-4km a day, and the backpack, bluntly, is a lot.  This might be perfect.
     
    Edit:  Oooo what about this, but as a thin style backpack?  I could go for that too, and it would solve the cycling issues mentioned earlier in the thread.
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    DaiGurenMK42 got a reaction from Harlem_Shaker in Steam Deck Bag vs Messenger Bag   
    Originally I wanted to give my thoughts on the steam deck pouch that it should be bigger. But now I agree we need a sling/messenger instead of dedicated to a console.
     
    There are plenty of switch cases and accessories. Please do not target the switch alone.
    If possible. Allow both the steam deck and switch to sit in their own compartments.
     
    Something like this sling but for tech products and bright orange interior.
     
    https://www.wotancraft.tw/en/product/pilot-travel-camera-sling-bag-10L-khakibrownC
     
     
    Sling with front pocket for phone, battery bank and cables. Maybe a way to have cable come out without losing water resistance so you can charge the phone while walking and using it.
     
    Able to charge the deck/switch inside would be great. Big compartment would be split for Deck and switch/other. Place for 2 sets of joycons if travelling with switch disconnected from joycons. Place for extra micro SD card, usb and switch games cartridges, mouse.
     
    10-12L might be good size. Modular parts like the Wontancraft would be great for those that only have one console type.
     
    More useful than tech pouch but smaller than backpack. With peak design quick adjustable style shoulder strap. And please make the shoulder strap rugged and comfortable so it's not digging in or too mushy. Having water bottle slot is a must. But maybe on both sides. So water bottle and umbrella or something. Maybe one side is a quick access to laptop or Deck compartment.
     
    I like the direction creator warehouse is going with for the most part except the bottom water bottle. That is a terrible solution. I want the same design principle as the backpack that the sling can stand on its own. And I don't want my waterbottle knocking against stuff I sit on.
     
    Hopefully this thread helps.
     
    @nicklmg
     
     @LinusTech
  10. Agree
    DaiGurenMK42 reacted to basvanderwerff in Steam Deck Bag vs Messenger Bag   
    Whould highly prefer a messenger style bag, it been my go to bag for well over 20 years now, and ever since the backpack came out and Linus has dropped a mention at some point of possible more bags i been holding out on replacing my current one (to small)
    Specialised bags like the steamdeck/handheld one Linus showed on WAN are nice in theory but as soon as you need to bring something else you will just end up chucking it into a bigger bag anyway.
    If one will be a thing i whould love to point out a few things i have noticed in the long time i been daily using these type of bags.

    - Many of them the adjustment cant be properly locked into place and over a short amount of time the band will losen quickly, plenty of them i ended up sewing the band in a fixed position cause it whould drive me nuts over the course of the day the bag whould hang lower and lower.
    - Make sure there a nice pad that can slide along the band ALOT of them dont have that and those really dig into your shoulder.
    - Outside storage for a waterbottle is great but please make it on the side because a top mounted one is anoying when getting stuff out of it and a bottom mounted one like you showed really messes up your water bottle quick plus i realy dont want the part i put near my mouth resting on any benches or chairs i sit in.
    - Although the main reason i been holding/hoping for an LTT one is how thoughtfully configured the backpack is with its compartments, i must mention several compartments is a must even with a smaller bag.
    - It should be able to hold something A4 size, keys, sunglasses, wallet, phone offcourse the waterbottle and the screwdriver with room to spare.
    - And a thing many many bags in this space overlook, make sure the damn adjustment and shoulder padding for the band are suitbale for left handed people cause those will wear it over the other shoulder i have had so many where the adjustment buckle whould just grind into my shoulder blade or the slideable shoulder pad whould no go past a certain point and i could not wear the bag on my back when riding my bike
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    DaiGurenMK42 reacted to Harlem_Shaker in Steam Deck Bag vs Messenger Bag   
    First off, new here... I searched and searched for where I could find a thread specifically about the topic from last nights show regarding preference for a Steam Deck size bag versus a messenger bag that might hold a laptop but I could not find one.  So I do apologize if this is somehow duplicate and I failed to look in the right spot.

    I just wanted to offer my 2 cents.  As someone who occasionally has to travel locally with a laptop and not much else, the backpack is a bit too much for me and I'm dying to acquire a messenger bag.  I really want the backpack but I can't justify the money for the amount of use.  For me personally, I think a somewhat slim messenger bag that could hold up to a 15" computer and maybe a water bottle sleeve on one end is ideal.  Obviously LTT isn't going to make that just for me, but hey, feedback is feedback.

    Which would be your preference?
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    DaiGurenMK42 reacted to mrdeux in Steam Deck Bag vs Messenger Bag   
    I would love an LTT laptop/messenger bag! Especially if it could be at a lower price then the backpack. 
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    DaiGurenMK42 reacted to LinusTech in Follow Linus Media Group   
    I just realized there isn't a thread  where you can quickly and easily follow all of the members of Linus Media Group across the various social media platforms. I've put asterisks next to the ones I believe are the most "active" 
     
    The Team
    Linus Tech Tips YouTube Channel - Unboxings, product overviews, and behind the scenes
    Twitch.TV Live Stream Channel - The WAN Show (Weekly Analysis & News) focused on Technology. Fridays at about 4:30 pacific time
    Tech Quickie YouTube Channel - Paid projects for partners go here as well as the "as Fast As Possible" series of videos about technology
    Channel Super Fun YouTube Channel - All sorts of activities from games, sports to pranks and crafts
     
    Linus
    Personal Twitter - Most of Linus' random thoughts and pictures go here. Main Twitter account for interaction on The WAN Show weekly live cast. New videos get announced here. Great for when YouTube subscribers aren't getting notifications (seems like always).
    Personal @LinusTech Instagram - Basically all Instagram updates waterfall to Twitter, so you'll get the bulk of the content there
    LinusTech Facebook Page - All Instagram and Twitter updates waterfall to here. Occasional Facebook shares of things people send me. Mostly exists for people who don't want to use Twitter.
     
    Luke
    Slick's Personal Twitter - Mostly used for inbound communication but some news updates, and many LinusTechTips.com community updates.
    Personal Luke_Lafr Twitch Channel - Used to Moderate the WAN show and also some game streams.
     
    Edzel
    Edzel Yago's Personal Twitter - Random thoughts and updates. Active communication with followers. Some early previews of things Linus Media Group is working on.
     
    Brandon
    Brandon's Personal Twitter - Easiest way to contact B-Roll about anything related to working at Linus Media Group or anything else.
     
    Taran
    Taran's Personal Twitter - Easiest way to contact him. Taran will be working on Fast As Possible for Tech Quickie so sending suggestions for future topics might not be a bad idea.
     
    Yvonne
    Personal Twitter
     
    Nick L
    Personal Twitter
     
    Dennis
    Personal Twitter
     
    Jon
    Personal Twitter
     
    Colton
    Personal Twitter
    Personal "Caltane" Twitch Channel: Games
     
    Jake
    Personal Twitter
    Personal Twitch: jakkuh_t
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    DaiGurenMK42 got a reaction from Lurick in Floatplane creator split   
    Buddy, distributing an app around the world is leagues different than maintaining/providing a video streaming platform. There is a reason YouTube was mentioned and not game stores. Your comment makes no sense with the context. You are also explaining the costs of development which is still different use case than high bandwidth streaming.
    Microsoft switched to 12% BTW.
     
    Floatplane allows for each creator to apply their own prices which helps with the 30% cut. Yet for apps on both Android and Apple stores they need to match the same rates. So Floatplane can't charge 5 dollars on android/browser and 6.5 on Apple to cover some cost.
     
    The Apple 30% cut applies to everyone. The android cut applies only to app developers that use the Android payment processing. Any company that has their own payment processing like Floatplane would take a loss using Apples system. That is one of the points in the Epic v Apple case. I believe you need to review the actual argument Epic has made, they have quick read points.
     
    There are a lot more detail but it is clear that you have not understood the conversation.
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    DaiGurenMK42 got a reaction from WkdPaul in Floatplane creator split   
    Buddy, distributing an app around the world is leagues different than maintaining/providing a video streaming platform. There is a reason YouTube was mentioned and not game stores. Your comment makes no sense with the context. You are also explaining the costs of development which is still different use case than high bandwidth streaming.
    Microsoft switched to 12% BTW.
     
    Floatplane allows for each creator to apply their own prices which helps with the 30% cut. Yet for apps on both Android and Apple stores they need to match the same rates. So Floatplane can't charge 5 dollars on android/browser and 6.5 on Apple to cover some cost.
     
    The Apple 30% cut applies to everyone. The android cut applies only to app developers that use the Android payment processing. Any company that has their own payment processing like Floatplane would take a loss using Apples system. That is one of the points in the Epic v Apple case. I believe you need to review the actual argument Epic has made, they have quick read points.
     
    There are a lot more detail but it is clear that you have not understood the conversation.
  16. Funny
    DaiGurenMK42 reacted to Roswell in Floatplane creator split   
    Wow.
     
    Apple also targets a 70/30 split, which is competitive with Android, Nintendo, Microsoft, Sony and many others. Yet you somehow think you're above your own criticism of others?!
     
    Maybe in like... the 200 bazillion videos that you complain about Apple's split, you could have prefaced the rants with "Oh by the way, my own platform takes 30% from the creators on it just like the company I'm about to complain about".
     
     
    But we're a special case and need to take so much to cover our costs...
    Apple in 2019 had over 300 employees (just for the US) manually validating and approving apps and their updates. That's likely at least 15 million in salary. How much more in healthcare? Another 5? 
     
    What about the teams in all the other countries? Millions upon millions of more dollars spent. What about the developers of Apple's dev tools? The software engineers that work on the store? The infrastructure (and army of network engineers) to support over a billion users constantly downloading/updating apps, making purchases, etc?
     
     
     
    I realize this sounds super combative but it's just... disappointing with the amount of hypocrisy. Put your money where your mouth is andlower your split to something like 85/15 if you truly believe in what you're saying. Otherwise, all of this criticism from you guys is entirely invalid and in bad faith.
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    DaiGurenMK42 reacted to Mihle in Floatplane creator split   
    Apple and Floatplane is a very different situation.
    Apple have Monopoly on iPhones, Floatplane do not have Monopoly on any devices.
     
    Also, Floatplane is smaller, so the income to expenses ratio is worse.
  18. Informative
    DaiGurenMK42 reacted to LinusTech in Floatplane creator split   
    We have a fixed cost menu for features that creators can provide to their audiences. The costs are based on bandwidth/maintenance costs for us for the feautres. Creators charge whatever they want - that's their profit.
     
    Credit card processing fees are passed through unchanged to the channel operator.
     
    We target a 70/30 split at 'reasonable' membership fees, which is competitive with YouTube Memberships.
     
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    DaiGurenMK42 reacted to LinusTech in Floatplane creator split   
    It's not done on a percentage basis.
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    DaiGurenMK42 got a reaction from PlayStation 2 in Ltt Store Female clothing.   
    They have stated they use American Apparel not American Eagle. As far as I know they are not related.
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    DaiGurenMK42 reacted to LinusTech in The Humble Linus 😉   
    That was a live stream. Streams always have a bit of a different vibe
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    DaiGurenMK42 reacted to LinusTech in Ltt Store Female clothing.   
    It's just really complicated to do right, and serves a small % of our audience (we think??) so it's hard to prioritize when we have such obvious low-hanging fruit to go after - like boxers 😛
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    DaiGurenMK42 reacted to LinusTech in Ltt Store Female clothing.   
    I agree. 
     
    We will do it. 
     
    Just a matter of time. Sorry it's taking so long. 
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    DaiGurenMK42 reacted to twistedtyrant66 in Finally did it.   
    So I finally did my ltt tattoo. Been wanting to do it forever but been so busy. I know it isn't the best. But Linus, and the crew ,and his videos kept me on the right path. And I will never forget that. So this is my forever reminder. I can't afford merch , so this merch will never fall apart lol. 

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    DaiGurenMK42 reacted to LinusTech in Finally did it.   
    This is beyond hardcore. My wife won't even let ME get an LTT logo tattoo 😛
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