The subject came up in a different thread regarding what test someone has to pass to be willing to try Tomahawk tires on their motorcycle. I implied that you had to have a certain level of cheapness... Well, now you can find out just how cheap you really are: http://www.okcupid.com/tests/1061200855 ... Cheapskate
My results were:
Your Score: Penny counter
You scored 51% Cheapness!
THE test tracked 1 variable How you compared to other people your age and gender: I scored higher than 99% on Cheapness
So take the test and tell us the results. Clearly if you're at least 51% you're cheap enough to try some Tomahawk's...
How cheap are you?
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How cheap are you?
Last edited by Ves on Sat Jan 05, 2008 11:12 am, edited 1 time in total.
Ves (AKA Boy,Sledge, and Cheap Bastid)
I scored a 22% which makes me Hospitable.
I am the cheap ass who did ask about the tires, cause I ain't gonna pay $330 for a set of new Pilot Road 2.
I also call poo to the idea that if a tire/helmet/whatever is the best cause it is the most expensive.
I am the cheap ass who did ask about the tires, cause I ain't gonna pay $330 for a set of new Pilot Road 2.
I also call poo to the idea that if a tire/helmet/whatever is the best cause it is the most expensive.
Jeff (lifer #289)
'17 F800GSA
'04 R1150R
There ain't no education in the second kick of a mule!
'17 F800GSA
'04 R1150R
There ain't no education in the second kick of a mule!
Jeff - I would agree 100% that the most expensive is not necessarily the best. There are some high-end tires that I would not buy again because I did not feel like they handled well or gave inferior wet traction.
Unfortunately, in tires though, there is usually a reason for being cheaper. If the reason they are cheaper doesn't bother you, go for it.
But if the compromise is poor handling or bad traction in the rain, I'll pass!
Edited to add - I scored 28%!
Unfortunately, in tires though, there is usually a reason for being cheaper. If the reason they are cheaper doesn't bother you, go for it.
But if the compromise is poor handling or bad traction in the rain, I'll pass!
Edited to add - I scored 28%!
'02 in black - the real BMW color! (Now gone to a new home)
Vann - Lifer No. 295
Vann - Lifer No. 295
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iowabeakster
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34%
I would have thought that I would be the ultimate cheapskate (ask my poor girlfriend). I am terribly cheap. I will work the toothpaste tube for a half-hour before I declare it empty.
Tipping on the other hand, that's just paying people for their work. I always pay somebody who has done work for me, in the manner which I would like to be paid.
I would have thought that I would be the ultimate cheapskate (ask my poor girlfriend). I am terribly cheap. I will work the toothpaste tube for a half-hour before I declare it empty.
Tipping on the other hand, that's just paying people for their work. I always pay somebody who has done work for me, in the manner which I would like to be paid.
I was dreaming when I wrote this, forgive me if it goes astray...
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boxermania
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My fine feathered friends
That test is as flawed....as a three dollar bill, 70% of the questions don't apply to 80% of this board make up.......girlfriends and dates, a taxi ride, sex, restaurant tipping.....JEEZ.....give or receive.....he, he, he, BMW owners love to receive gadgets to put on their bikes.
I do contribute to charities and those in need....just my 2 cents.....
That test is as flawed....as a three dollar bill, 70% of the questions don't apply to 80% of this board make up.......girlfriends and dates, a taxi ride, sex, restaurant tipping.....JEEZ.....give or receive.....he, he, he, BMW owners love to receive gadgets to put on their bikes.
I do contribute to charities and those in need....just my 2 cents.....
Member #312
06 Suzuki Burgman 650 "state of flux"
79 CBX
06 Suzuki Burgman 650 "state of flux"
79 CBX
Boxermainia - I agree the test is flawed. Heck, I just took my first taxi ride in my life this past September, so a question about tipping taxi drivers is sort of moot!
And for someone married for 25 years, questions about dating and sex are sort of irrelevant. (I'll just leave that comment alone!
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And for someone married for 25 years, questions about dating and sex are sort of irrelevant. (I'll just leave that comment alone!
)'02 in black - the real BMW color! (Now gone to a new home)
Vann - Lifer No. 295
Vann - Lifer No. 295
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boxermania
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25%
OK, so I'm "Unselfish yet sensible". I guess that's true. I don't really pinch and I'm generous with those close to me.
I always tip well for good service, especially NYC taxi drivers who know where they're going and how to get around quickly.
I always tip well for good service, especially NYC taxi drivers who know where they're going and how to get around quickly.
Tony
Lifetime #156
2013 K1600GT
Lifetime #156
2013 K1600GT
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Dr. Strangelove
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I just took the test. It says I'm a saint, but probably get used for my generosity.
It then went on to say that I'm intelligent, witty, talented, clever, and have a bright future in front of me. The suspicious thing for me, though, was when the test result then asked for my phone number and real name and if I would be interested in going on a date.
It then went on to say that I'm intelligent, witty, talented, clever, and have a bright future in front of me. The suspicious thing for me, though, was when the test result then asked for my phone number and real name and if I would be interested in going on a date.
Kristi
05 Granite Grey
05 Granite Grey
