Flat earth vs round earth?

I guess this is a topic of interest for some. One member has mentioned this several time’s although it had nothing to do with the OP. I really don’t care what shape it is. I’ve never fell off, nor do I know anyone who has.

But I’ve taken 3 flights to Asia. 16hr flights, at least 40,000 feet cruising altitude on a 747. I’ve never noticed any curvature. I’ve criss crossed the US at least 100 times. Never seen any curvature. I’m not sure why any side of this argument is important.

Your thoughts if any?

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https://www.marca.com/en/lifestyle/w...6098b458e.html Originally Posted by HDGristle

Mebbe you should read this book


https://www.amazon.com/Flat-Earth-Mo.../dp/B09GXPQNV1

Did you read it? Interested in your thoughts.

Let's both read it and start an ECCIE book club.

You have to be ok with cigar smoke and whiskey if we're going to have a rousing discussion, though.

Did you read it? Interested in your thoughts.

Let's both read it and start an ECCIE book club.

You have to be ok with cigar smoke and whiskey if we're going to have a rousing discussion, though. Originally Posted by HDGristle

I’ve been drinking whiskey and smoking cigars longer than you have. I haven’t read the book. I do know that Admiral Byrd did a lot of research in this area.


https://twitter.com/miahtao/status/1...0AMolspcYxY9QA

Why can't you just say you're in instead of forcing unnecessary competition?

I've got the younger, healthier lungs and liver. And better taste.

Why can't you just say you're in instead of forcing unnecessary competition?

I've got the younger, healthier lungs and liver. And better taste. Originally Posted by HDGristle

Because you smugly suggested that YOU can handle whiskey and cigars. I only smoke authentic Cuban cigars. I merely corrected you. I have two humidors with only Cubans. And I drink the finest Whiskeys, Bourbons and Scotch.

And yet your contribution to the Whiskey, Bourbon and Scotch thread was Bookers.

You're stuck with a palette where only Cubans matter despite what guys like Ventura and Saka are unlocking elsewhere.

Kind of a flat-earth style argument. It's ok to be set in your ways. Tastes are personal. Nostalgia can be strong. But change is constant. This big blue marble keeps on turning nonetheless as the universe hurtles through space towards entropy.

Book club could be a lot of fun, right?

https://youtu.be/06bvdFK3vVU

And yet your contribution to the Whiskey, Bourbon and Scotch thread was Bookers.

You're stuck with a palette where only Cubans matter despite what guys like Ventura and Saka are unlocking elsewhere.

Kind of a flat-earth style argument. It's ok to be set in your ways. Tastes are personal. Nostalgia can be strong. But change is constant. This big blue marble keeps on turning nonetheless as the universe hurtles through space towards entropy.

Book club could be a lot of fun, right?

https://youtu.be/06bvdFK3vVU Originally Posted by HDGristle

It is YOU that pompously claimed you had better taste. According to YOU I guess Mr Ghristle. And I offered more bourbons that just Bookers. I don’t particularly care for it. It just has a high alcohol content. Back on topic, I’ll assume that you believe the earth is spherical. If so, why?

Of course I have better taste. Tastes are personal.

I believe the earth is more ellipsoid than spherical, actually. A mix of science, anecdotal evidence and faith.

I don’t think it’s completely flat. But I don’t believe it’s round like a basketball. And I have impeccable taste.

Sounds like you're saying ellipsoid

I could be swayed to geoid if you've got a solid argument.

Good article about ellipsoid vs geoid

https://sciencing.com/difference-bet...d-8638149.html

Good article about ellipsoid vs geoid

https://sciencing.com/difference-bet...d-8638149.html Originally Posted by HDGristle

I’m more of geoid guy. I know from my own experience, the world isn’t smooth. I’ve been to New Orleans(sea level) and the Continental divide, 11,000 + feet above sea level.