Strange.  I see a workman using the proper tools for the job.
And that Park spanner will last a helluvalot longer than a lot of other “quality” tools that one might use.  I’ve got a Park crank-remover tool that has seen over 25 years of use, and a Verma pedal wrench that dates back to the mid-1970s.
Alessandro, ARE you saying a bike shop that uses Park Tools charges more? Because that just doesn’t make sense. What else would they use? Pedros, Snap-on, even Craftsman costs as much if not more. I can only assume I’m misunderstanding you.
I got a full set of SnapOn metrics when I was working at a bike shop in High School. Father had a customer with a dragster who was sponsored by them. That was over 40 years ago. Best tools in the world.
That being said I do have Park tools for special stuff. Their cable cutters are great. As are the crank and chain tools.
So…
This comic seems like it should be controversial enough to generate some interesting discussion.
I’ll admit I looked closely at that tool, to see if it was representative of some actual and unique tool, but what about the concepts being bandied about in the comic?
Two double meanings?
“Safe Space” as in popular term for place of refuge from various forms of (perhaps controversial) oppression, or safe from getting hit by a tool in Yehuda’s hand?
“Soap Box” as in place to stand while spouting (perhaps controversial) opinions, or actual garbage to be tossed away?
Is there irony in that the guy who might be spouting an opinion (that requires a “Safe Space”) actually oppressing others?
I’m afraid I don’t get anything of this strip. (Same with the “twitter” episode – I was waiting for a follow-up strip that would clarify things, but it didn’t come). Maybe my (idiomatic) English is not good enough.?
Hm. Park tool spanner. I smell expensive customer bills on the Kickstand. 😀
Strange.  I see a workman using the proper tools for the job.
And that Park spanner will last a helluvalot longer than a lot of other “quality” tools that one might use.  I’ve got a Park crank-remover tool that has seen over 25 years of use, and a Verma pedal wrench that dates back to the mid-1970s.
How much do you think the cost of tools contribute to the total cost? Labor and lease are really what matter.
Alessandro, ARE you saying a bike shop that uses Park Tools charges more? Because that just doesn’t make sense. What else would they use? Pedros, Snap-on, even Craftsman costs as much if not more. I can only assume I’m misunderstanding you.
I got a full set of SnapOn metrics when I was working at a bike shop in High School. Father had a customer with a dragster who was sponsored by them. That was over 40 years ago. Best tools in the world.
That being said I do have Park tools for special stuff. Their cable cutters are great. As are the crank and chain tools.
So…
This comic seems like it should be controversial enough to generate some interesting discussion.
I’ll admit I looked closely at that tool, to see if it was representative of some actual and unique tool, but what about the concepts being bandied about in the comic?
Two double meanings?
“Safe Space” as in popular term for place of refuge from various forms of (perhaps controversial) oppression, or safe from getting hit by a tool in Yehuda’s hand?
“Soap Box” as in place to stand while spouting (perhaps controversial) opinions, or actual garbage to be tossed away?
Is there irony in that the guy who might be spouting an opinion (that requires a “Safe Space”) actually oppressing others?
I’m afraid I don’t get anything of this strip. (Same with the “twitter” episode – I was waiting for a follow-up strip that would clarify things, but it didn’t come). Maybe my (idiomatic) English is not good enough.?
Maybe the customer was a neo-nazi spouting some Trumpist propaganda. How’s that for controversial?
I was thinking Pot. (Then again, I live in Oregon).
Sounds like a “Snowflake” to me!
Must be another “protester” aka looter. My way or I beat you up. Tell’em Joe!
Ah shoot forget to put the dash between pro and tester