Was it a loose pin or something? I mean, I had one where the shoe was cracked right at the hinge but it just looked dirty, idk. The whole thing slipped off the second we tapped it and scared me straight. I check that hinge spot like three times now, no joke.

Did you catch that forum post about using old phone cords as tool leashes? Someone said the coiled wire stays out of the way and stretches just enough. It sounded like a weird hack, but it might work for light gear.

From your experience, what's the first thing that usually goes sideways when regular one-on-ones drop off? In my experience, it's often the casual, off-the-cuff stuff that stops flowing, like quick questions or minor worries that don't seem worth an email. Once that channel closes, even small issues can balloon because there's no natural time to bring them up. Your mileage may vary, but I've seen this pattern in a few different settings.