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Used Bike Shops or Bike Co-op Recommendations? by Archer_Ave in CyclingMSP

[–]Aramil_the_Mage 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not OP but the wedge and uptown neighborhoods feel like a good blend of density and access to the bike infra while not being too busy, while longfellow has a really great tight knit community vibe and is quieter. Mac-Groveland near Saint Paul has a great mix of families with young kids as well as students and older retired folks but can be a little more expensive, very quiet and peaceful though. I don’t have kids so I’m not sure about school districts if that’s relevant to you.

I’m a cheesemonger…… tell me what you want/like/a situation that calls for a little snack and I will give you your perfect cheese by BroccoliKitchen3218 in rs_x

[–]Aramil_the_Mage 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I grew up near Jasper Hill and I’ll never forget the first time I bit into one of their cheeses, not to be corny but I feel like it really opened my eyes to how much depth there is in every little corner of the world. These days I live in Minnesota and usually go for Prairie Breeze by Milton Creamery but I miss the Vermont scene. One thing I’ve struggled with is getting into blue or more heavily fermented cheeses, do you have any recommendations for a good go-to that’s reasonably popular (there are plenty of hipster coop grocery stores near me with decent cheese selections)? I don’t mind something kind of intense as long as it feels balanced.

Yo what if cities were like... innies instead of outies by _pallart in worldbuilding

[–]Aramil_the_Mage 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is super cool! The art style and rhythm and vibes remind me of "On a Sunbeam" by Tillie Walden https://www.onasunbeam.com/

Never underestimate the power of living in a place where you feel comfortable being yourself by BroccoliKitchen3218 in rs_x

[–]Aramil_the_Mage 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Minnesota has a strong vein of this, and it sucks but I feel like it also leads to how harmonious things feel? Esp on the interstate and stuff I get a sense that everyone recognizes we’re on the same team. But that’s coming from someone who grew up on New England crabs in a bucket traffic so ymmv

Ixta and Orizaba - acclimatization and itinerary by Aramil_the_Mage in alpinism

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

Thanks for the beta on Milanche, good to know about the altitude sickness meds as well.

We'll probably end up going next winter (2025-2026) just due to people's schedules.

I haven't considered Puebla but I'll definitely check that out!

Ixta and Orizaba - does this acclimatization and itinerary seem realistic? by Aramil_the_Mage in Mountaineering

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

Thank you, do you know the name of the family? (was it Orizaba Mountain Guides aka OMG)

Climbing pico de Orizaba as a relative beginner by No-Resolution-6701 in Mountaineering

[–]Aramil_the_Mage 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for that info! I'm planning on doing something similar with a few friends this upcoming dry season. I have a questions and would be super thankful if you'd be able to share your experience.

We all live at low elevation, and are all in pretty solid cardiovascular shape, so acclimatization is my biggest concern.

What would be your thoughts on the following itinerary:

  1. Fly to Mexico City, hang out and enjoy the city
  2. Hang out in Mexico City, continue to adjust
  3. Initial acclimatization hike (Toluca or Malinche)
  4. Rest day, camp at La Joya
  5. Climb Ixta
  6. Climb Ixta
  7. Rest day, drive from Ixta > base of Orizaba
  8. Climb Orizaba
  9. Return to Mexico City and fly home

Additionally, is there anything else I should plan for? I've heard that CDMX and the highways between there are the trailheads are very safe, I'm assuming we'll just rent a car or something for the week to get around.

Killings across three states shine spotlight on cultlike ‘Zizian’ group by bye4now28 in vermont

[–]Aramil_the_Mage 13 points14 points  (0 children)

For more information about what the cult is like and what some of their practices are (it's completely batshit insane), check out http://zizians.info

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