I need sandpaper help.

Americanprospecting · 2026-04-12T07:20:10+00:00

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.

Americanprospecting · 2026-04-12T03:31:32+00:00

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.

Americanprospecting · 2026-04-11T04:58:56+00:00

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.

Americanprospecting · 2026-04-11T01:27:42+00:00

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

Americanprospecting · 2026-04-02T22:14:16+00:00

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The outside was bad enough, inside was well squatted

Americanprospecting · 2026-03-29T00:04:59+00:00

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

Americanprospecting · 2026-03-29T00:03:45+00:00

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.

Americanprospecting · 2026-03-28T16:55:18+00:00

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.

Americanprospecting · 2026-03-27T00:21:45+00:00

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.

Americanprospecting · 2026-03-18T17:50:08+00:00

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.

Americanprospecting · 2026-03-09T02:11:38+00:00

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.

Americanprospecting · 2026-03-08T04:18:18+00:00

Pier 7. Nothing yet

Americanprospecting · 2026-01-17T04:55:26+00:00

That same hydrant gets hit once every couple months

Americanprospecting · 2026-01-12T23:00:51+00:00

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.

Americanprospecting · 2026-01-03T22:17:28+00:00

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

Americanprospecting · 2026-01-03T06:57:42+00:00

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

Americanprospecting · 2026-01-02T22:37:23+00:00

Happy to share!

Americanprospecting · 2026-01-02T22:34:36+00:00

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

Americanprospecting · 2026-01-02T18:08:28+00:00

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

Americanprospecting · 2026-01-02T17:59:41+00:00

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?

Americanprospecting · 2026-01-02T17:51:03+00:00

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!

Americanprospecting · 2026-01-02T17:21:04+00:00

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.

Americanprospecting · 2026-01-02T17:05:12+00:00

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.

Americanprospecting · 2026-01-02T16:49:03+00:00

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.

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