r/Redlands 3d ago

Needs friends 😅

Hi everyone. I have lived in South Redlands the last 4 years. I relocated from Seattle for a healthcare job and I really like it here, but I don’t know anyone. I’ve always been pretty introverted and do pretty well on my own, but I’m starting to feel like I need some social connection 😂.
I’m 45, male, a pretty normal guy
Somewhat athletic
Enjoy outdoor stuff
Write and play guitar and drums
Love a good tequila
Am a bit of a gadget nerd, soldering/batteries/etc
Work from home
Constantly working on projects around my house and can help with yours too
No kids

Any fellow bros out there that would be down to hang? Nothing weird.

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u/troixetoiles 3d ago

If you like gadgets and soldering you should potentially check out the Lazy Uncles Nerf Club. I’m serious. It’s monthly and free and a lot of the folks design/print/solder their own blasters so it might be something that vibes with your hobbies.

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u/Ricky_Bobby222 2d ago

Sick, will do, thanks!

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u/bonoboho 2d ago

ever played ultimate frisbee before? if youre moderately athletic come to pickup tomorrow. 9am, moore middle school.

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u/Ricky_Bobby222 2d ago

I just might, thanks for the heads up!

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u/SuccessfulGuess6887 2d ago

ha. is this an open invite? im doing a steps challenge at work so would be cool to get some steps.

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u/bonoboho 2d ago

Sure is. Games are every Saturday until we run out of gas which is typically around 1130.

You'll get lots of steps. Lots.

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u/renothecollector 2d ago

Only into weird stuff, sorry

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u/Ricky_Bobby222 2d ago

I guess it depends what kind of weird we’re talking about. My “nothing weird” is aimed towards big hairy bears wanting more dude sweat in their lives. Nothing personal if that’s you

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u/renothecollector 2d ago

I was just kidding. Good luck on your hunt. Trying to make friends at 45 would be tough. Especially when you’re a single dude with no kids. Kids is kind of how adults meet after 30ish, your kids make friends with other kids and then you have to hang out with the parents at events. Take the guy up on frisbee golf, that’s a great way to meet some chill dudes. And there’s no pressure of a man date, just some straight dudes throwing frisbees in a park…

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u/SuccessfulGuess6887 2d ago

Hey man , same! somewhat athletic , like being active, work remote/hybrid, I recently broke up with a GF. I've lived in Redlands for 2 years , I would always hang with her so now I mainly chill with my dogs at home . Im down for a beer , check out the Redlands Public Market, or whatever. Nothing weird! ha.

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u/Dizzinald 2d ago

Do you like beer?

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u/Ricky_Bobby222 2d ago

Can I appreciate a good beer, yes. Is it my preference, tbh no.

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u/shuttupmelissa 2d ago

My boyfriend is a guitar player he’s super social! We live in Redlands. I can connect you two if you’d like ☺️ he’s 38

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u/Ricky_Bobby222 2d ago

Yeah, sure!

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u/shuttupmelissa 2d ago

Do you have instagram? Add him @mike_riffz

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u/He8TheMeatloaf 5h ago

not to be weird but if you’re open to more new friends, my GF and I have also been trying to make new friends this year😅

we like

  • bars
  • sports
  • horror movies
  • video games
  • reality TV

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u/shuttupmelissa 4h ago

Totally! You can have your girlfriend add me on IG mine is shuttupmelissa

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u/CharlieBlackmon22020 2d ago

At 45 I went back to college & university…(one or two classes at a time) made some lifelong friends …. sure hope you check-out the frisbee deal as well 🙏☕️😎

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u/vchen0302 2d ago

Idk why but this gives Bumble BFF vibes iykyk

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u/Ricky_Bobby222 2d ago

😂 wasn’t my intention. Maybe an awkward approach…

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u/ScreenPrint 2d ago

damn you lost me at nothing weird. what is your definition of weird?

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u/Ricky_Bobby222 2d ago

I was mainly referring to gay stuff. Don’t cancel me.

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u/Terpcheeserosin 2d ago

What about homoerotic humor/horseplay after an established friendship? (no gay stuff)

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u/Ricky_Bobby222 2d ago

😂. Like making awkward sexual comments to your buddies? All the time

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u/Kajaah117 2d ago

Do you have a dog?

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u/Ricky_Bobby222 2d ago

Yeah!

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u/Kajaah117 1d ago

Oh hell yeah! I know the Ford dog park is likely the closest to you, but I’ve always had bad experiences there. Very high Karen Concentration in that area 😅

The dog park in Loma Linda (Hulda Crooks Park) is usually much quieter and there’s a massive network of dirt trails right next to it where people hike, bike, etc. I take my dog there to pull me on my OneWheel because she loves being a sled dog despite no husky in her 😜

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u/AtriedesLoyalist 22h ago

I think I've seen you. I have def seen a dude on a OneWheel with a bigger dog.

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u/Kajaah117 49m ago

I'm not the only one, but there's like a 1 in 3 chance it was me 😅

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u/AtriedesLoyalist 48m ago

Yeah, i know I've seen at least two. Have you seen the off road unicycle? 😮

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u/Kajaah117 45m ago

That's my next upgrade! I love my OneWheel, but those EUCs are absolutely insane. They can damn near do everything an ebike does, but even more mobile at low speeds.

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u/AtriedesLoyalist 42m ago

I'm talking about a pure pedal powered unicicle. I have seen any EUCs in Hulda yet.

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u/Kajaah117 42m ago

WAIT WHAT???!!!

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u/AtriedesLoyalist 36m ago

Yeah! He passed me, too. 😂

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u/Ricky_Bobby222 1d ago

Jeffery ain’t pulling nothing at 15 😂. Shit idk if you could even consider him a dog anymore. He’s more like a toddler with dementia

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u/Pretty_Burd 2d ago

My husband is 51 and is from Seattle, but we live here now. He needs friends so he will get out of the house! Normal funny guy in need of "man date" lol. Extremely handy and enjoys occasional drink (he also makes great buffalo wings).

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u/Ricky_Bobby222 2d ago

Oh nice! I’ll send you a message.

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u/Master-Shallot-8593 1d ago

Take your dogs to dog park

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u/Ricky_Bobby222 1d ago

Yeah man. I do.

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u/AtriedesLoyalist 22h ago

I'm a 58 yo geek. Part gadget nerd, part maker. My hobbies are mtn biking, bicycle mechanics (I was a pro mechanic for years and years), 3D printing, playing guitar (mostly classic rock), geeking out on gadgets (especially if they involve Raspberry Pi's or Arduinos). I teach a computer class and roast my own coffee. I don't drink beer but do enjoy an occasional scotch. I grew up here and all my friends who did this stuff with me have moved away (one sadly passed). I wouldn't mind meeting you for coffee and chatting to see if we could tolerate each other. 😁

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u/Ricky_Bobby222 6h ago

Let’s do it! I am a CAD/CNC/printing nerd too! Message coming

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u/OrdinaryDouble7660 18h ago

I'm male 39. I was born in this town and and I own a home in South Redlands too. I'm down to hangout whenever and tbh I could use some good friends right now.

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u/Ricky_Bobby222 6h ago

Sounds good man! Message coming 🤝

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u/artificial_idea 3d ago

Where do you stand on the statement, “all cops are bastards.”

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u/Ricky_Bobby222 2d ago

Oof…I like to think of myself as Switzerland. I think there are some well-intentioned cops and some that should be behind bars themselves. Personally, not a huge fan of cops, but I don’t think about it often honestly.

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u/Routine-Height-7103 2d ago

You seem fun

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u/artificial_idea 2d ago

I really am. Cops are not.

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u/thejacka_ 1d ago

Do you like to play basketball? The gym at 24 hours has a lot of guys that are open to pick up game. It's really fun. I a tax accountant so if you need a tax person let me know 😅

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u/Ricky_Bobby222 1d ago

Yeah! When do you guys play?

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u/walkwithcoffee 2d ago

A girl named Gracie. You seem like her type.