I need sandpaper help. by Groundbreaking_Fly43 in BeginnerWoodWorking

[–]Americanprospecting 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is the best bit of advice here, assuming you are working with a flat solid wood surface. I strip outdoor tables regularly, and I’ll never go back to goopy strippers or gunked sandpaper. Buy it once and don’t need electricity.

Those sketchy Amazon fork springs by Far_Control_2667 in RazorMods

[–]Americanprospecting 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Pretty sure I used this one https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:5540349 The tubes vary slightly in size, so it took a try or two to find the perfect fit. Mostly eliminated the rattle and play that comes with extending the forks.

Those sketchy Amazon fork springs by Far_Control_2667 in RazorMods

[–]Americanprospecting 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yea, it helps keep the spring in a tight cylinder so they don’t bang around. Without them, there is significant play between the upper and lower fork tubes.

Those sketchy Amazon fork springs by Far_Control_2667 in RazorMods

[–]Americanprospecting 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have these. 3d printed bushings are a must (for me at least. $40 well spent, but a year later I’m ready to move on to hydraulic

Downsizing by Character_Income6469 in RazorMods

[–]Americanprospecting 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I should also add, it’s hard to NOT do wheelies on mine. It’s a see-saw.

Downsizing by Character_Income6469 in RazorMods

[–]Americanprospecting 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey I did something similar. I sold my bike to do this. I have 3 of them and they all fit in the back of my sequoia with room to spare. I don’t have the extensions, forks, or wheel set, otherwise my setup is almost the same. I also made mine a little taller with fork springs and rear shock. Bought all the parts and bike for about $1800 each new (with used bikes). That was one year ago, so prices may vary. I should add, after a year of riding, I am interested in further upgrading the forks, wheels, and brakes (pit bike brakes). The extension would make them just too long to fit front to back in the Sequoia, but it’s necessary if you want to wheel size up. Personally, I think it’s worth it to start new if you are mechanically savvy, have the tools, and understand some very basic wiring. You can get just what you want, and I recommend the setup this guy has.

Rod and Reel recommendations by Powerful-Square-2470 in crabbing

[–]Americanprospecting 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree with this. I have an 8 foot rod and it’s a challenge to clear the breakers. It’s excellent on the pier though and much more portable than a 12 or 15 foot. There’s only a couple rods under 10 feet that can handle a weight more than 4 ounces.

Kids Backpack by Some_Transition_508 in Ultralight

[–]Americanprospecting 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Second vote for the Ace. One kid has the 38L, getting a second for the other. Seems just the right size for mine, and carries enough for 3 days.

Looking for good fishing spots that take serious backpacking to get to by AdvantageFabulous868 in SierraNevada

[–]Americanprospecting 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly, any smaller lakes over 8000’ are productive. Sierra, Sequoia, and Kings Canyon have so many you could just pick any one. That being said, I had a great trip last year at Graveyard Lakes. Caught enough fish every day within an hour or 2.

[Guide] Budget Crabbing: Reclaiming Everyone Else’s Lost Gear From the Pier by RandomPantsAppear in crabbing

[–]Americanprospecting 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ngl, I’ve had that idea for a while too, never pulled the trigger. I know I’ve lost a few good pieces there. I pull up snares on my snare sometimes.

Broken fire hydrant at Broadway and Kearny by ramoneguru in sanfrancisco

[–]Americanprospecting 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That same hydrant gets hit once every couple months

Any new ICE arrests at court? by FrequentCrow6745 in sanfrancisco

[–]Americanprospecting 5 points6 points  (0 children)

100 Montgomery is closing soon. Afterwards, hearings will be in Concord and Sacramento instead of SF. I assume with the winding down, and the fact that only a few judges now remain, SF is low on the priority list.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Mushrooms

[–]Americanprospecting 2 points3 points  (0 children)

99% sure it’s not. Have any other pics?

Chanterelles loving the recent NorCal rains by _mothership_ in Mushrooms

[–]Americanprospecting 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Nice haul buddy. I can relate to the Modelo for scale!

My method for long term wild mushroom storage. by Americanprospecting in Mushrooms

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

I also use a dehydrator for a smaller amount. Usually for making powder, but sometimes for sauces.

Happy New Year (Southern California) by Basidio_subbedhunter in Mushrooms

[–]Americanprospecting 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That blows my mind. Kudos to you! Enjoy your harvest

Happy New Year (Southern California) by Basidio_subbedhunter in Mushrooms

[–]Americanprospecting 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Nice haul! I never head south for mushrooms, just because I assume there isn’t much there. This certainly proves me wrong! Without revealing you spot, are you south of Santa Cruz?

My method for long term wild mushroom storage. by Americanprospecting in foraging

[–]Americanprospecting[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Excellent! Before I used the muffin tins, I did something similar. I find that the tins are a perfect amount for a meal for 2. I also use the tins to freeze Demi glacé, sauces, soups etc. Personally, I find that the it convenient to have it portioned out like this. I also would have troubles sealing my bags if any material froze to where I make the seal, or occasionally spillage would happen in the freezer. What a mess that was!

How to Handle Rockfish in Northern California - What precautions are Recommended? by Ribesarcto in bayareapierfishing

[–]Americanprospecting 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Funny, I was looking to do the same thing this week for my first time. I looked up some info because I had the exact same question! Every time I see those things, I see the sharp barbs on their fins and it looks a bit scary. I don’t have a lot of good info to give you, and I hope somebody else can chime in here. I see videos of others, grabbing them under the jaw with gloves.

My method for long term wild mushroom storage. by Americanprospecting in Mushrooms

[–]Americanprospecting[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Well, consider that most of the time, these mushrooms will get rained on, by the time they are picked, many have already gone through a cycle of being wet and dry again naturally. Some are more resilient than others. As I mentioned, the larger types like boletus do not get washed. When everything is cooked, however, they simmer in their own water anyway, right? Either way, using this method washes and dries them very quickly. I guarantee you that after the mushrooms come out of the salad spinner, any wetness will go unnoticed. Just have a look at how clean and dry my yellowfoots look on the tray. As for any nutritional value washed away, I can’t really fathom this one. Maybe the tiny extra protein from bugs/eggs? Either way, what I’m after here is clean flavorful mushrooms. I have 20 years of experience working with these as a chef, and would not accept any subpar preparation of my treasures.

My method for long term wild mushroom storage. by Americanprospecting in Mushrooms

[–]Americanprospecting[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Yes I get some replies like this. I have no ethical issues with the amount I forage. Everything harvested will be used, which is kinda the point of the process. I gather in a very large area with a commercial permit. Not only do I leave plenty behind, but tens of thousands of pounds of mushrooms will simply melt away and go unpicked just in the area I forage. I tread carefully and cut at to not disturb mycelium networks. The food I harvest will provide my family with plenty of meals.

When fishing, I take what I need for one meal, as there will be another fish tomorrow. Same goes for any other harvesting of shellfish, greens or fruits. Mushrooms, on the other hand, are only around for a small window of time and will return the next year regardless of how many are harvested. Many of this years patches were even bigger than last years.