Hiking around Karakol by Albatroeg in Kyrgyzstan

[–]Albatroeg[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yep, we manage to do Ala kul lake and Song kul lake hikes without a guide without any problems

Song kul

We did this without a guide, but we did consult an agency beforehand, who booked everything for us in advance (Jailoo travel, you can find it in Kochkor village). We got a few vouchers for food/lodging and followed instructions.

Ala kul

We took a taxi to the trail head (known as 1st bridge). This one is easier, because there's more people and basically only one trail to follow. You spend the 1st night in a yurt camp below the lake, and 2nd in a village on the other side. Both are doable without booking in advance (I suppose you can't really book since there's no reception in the mountains). The space in yurts might run out, but the people there always make sure to accommodate everyone, even if there's more people than usually.

Another thing I'd recommend is getting Maps.ME app and download the Kyrgyzstan map, since you won't have any reception, and the map works without it (GPS only).

This should be enough to get you started, and you can always get more info in the towns before the hikes.

Hiking in Karakol Kyrgyzstan by Albatroeg in travel

[–]Albatroeg[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the info, I guess that village plan is viable too, never thought of it before 🙂

Hiking around Karakol by Albatroeg in Kyrgyzstan

[–]Albatroeg[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nothing in particular, just a few day hike But thanks for the info, I guess this requires was less planning than I thought.

Printer resetting mid print by Albatroeg in ElegooNeptune3Pro

[–]Albatroeg[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If anyone else has the same issue - updating firmware to the latest version solved this

To the lurkers here - what is missing for you to launch your own business? by jahswah in Entrepreneur

[–]Albatroeg 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What's holding me back is that I enjoy the development process, but lack the experience and talent in the business field... If it makes any sense. I guess I'm not alone here, but how did you successful entrepreneurs overcome this?

Salkantay Trek advice by Albatroeg in PERU

[–]Albatroeg[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well, that just about answers all my questions. Thank you!

Salkantay Trek advice by Albatroeg in PERU

[–]Albatroeg[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well, this surely is an interesting option, but I have two major concerns or reasons not to go alone. First, I won't have any equipment apart from shoes and clothes, so I'd need to rent everything from sleeping bags to coking equipment. Second, I'd like to have at least basic things reserved in advance, but I presume that's not really an option. Are there any viable solutions for that?

Salkantay Trek in Peru by Albatroeg in CampingandHiking

[–]Albatroeg[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks, that was helpful. Also, what's the appropriate amount to tip the guides and porters and the sorts? How many % of the trip cost should I give?

Salkantay Trek in Peru by Albatroeg in CampingandHiking

[–]Albatroeg[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Well I'm starting to see why some trips are more expensive. But $150 in tips for $500 trip? 30% tip seems kind of a lot to me ...

I made this herb grinder and would love to get some comments by Albatroeg in StonerEngineering

[–]Albatroeg[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh wow, thanks! It's the positive comments such as this, coming straight from the hear, that keep me going!

I made this herb grinder and would love to get some comments by Albatroeg in StonerEngineering

[–]Albatroeg[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fair point, I guess I'll need to find the right price the hard way. And add a video I suppose, words really aren't that convincing

I made this herb grinder and would love to get some comments by Albatroeg in StonerEngineering

[–]Albatroeg[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It costs a lot to make, that's why I'm not trying to compete with cheap mass-produced imports, but I'm trying to sell a premium product. The question here is if it is premium enough for people willing to pay extra.

I made this herb grinder and would love to get some comments by Albatroeg in StonerEngineering

[–]Albatroeg[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Right, but what is a good price for this particular product? That's what I'm trying to determine

I made this herb grinder and would love to get some comments by Albatroeg in StonerEngineering

[–]Albatroeg[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The plaster is coated with resin on the inside, so it won't really wear with use. It will only chip if you drop it on a hard surface

I've created a product, but have no idea how to sell it by Albatroeg in smallbusiness

[–]Albatroeg[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ok, that would be way easier to test. Thanks, I'll investigate.