Honestly, I get it. My apartment building kept the original 80s elevator controls when they did a remodel, just gave it a new cab and doors. The super said the old relay system is a tank, and he can fix it with basic tools. Meanwhile, my office has that new digital panel that freezes all the time. They just don't build things to last anymore.

But isn't that the whole point of a networking group, to get bigger and connect more people? The noise just means it's working. Maybe the real issue is you liked the cozy club more than the actual networking.

Heard a podcast where this old school butcher in Chicago still does a full 28 days for his dry aged ribeyes. Said the flavor difference is night and day, like comparing a cheap steak to a really good one. He basically told his customers if they want it faster, go somewhere else. Seems like a lot of places just can't afford to have that much meat just sitting there anymore.

Ever had a short hide in the rudder pedal wiring?

Just went with the old manual way. It's slow but it works.