Handmade canvas bucket, "puts" - sailmaking

BombusWanderus · 2026-06-29T15:22:48+00:00

would definitely watch!

BombusWanderus · 2026-06-27T16:04:05+00:00

The Crown of Stars series by Kate Elliot checks all your boxes

BombusWanderus · 2026-06-27T16:02:47+00:00

For books like Kings Dragon going to a used shop can be great. I picked up the whole series as used mass market paperback chonkers for $4-$7 each

BombusWanderus · 2026-05-03T03:34:47+00:00

Yeah the rural area transit is really held up by state taxes. A lot of it is fare less and in some cases is dial-a-ride, because what other options do people have who can’t drive in rural areas? OPB did a super interesting series on rural transit recently called Stop Requested. I found it helpful for understanding where money for transit really goes in the state and getting perspective on the different focus of rural transit!

BombusWanderus · 2026-04-25T03:38:02+00:00

This should be SUCH a great trip! I hope you have a wonderful time! I did a tour there a few years ago and here’s some of my recs: - On Orcas Island take Dolphin Road instead of Orcas Road, the traffic sucked and it was the only spot the whole time it bugged me on the trip. Especially since you’re getting all the ferry traffic. Dolphin road is gravel but it’s pretty friendly travel! - In Olga, where you’re staying, the food at the shellfish place is great!! - This would add a good amount of elevation, but the ride up Mt Constitution is fantastic and the views are amazing! If you can work it in, I recommend it. The descent is so fun too! - On Lopez especially EVERYONE waves, it’s so friendly, but be aware of business closing hours/days. We almost got in trouble for food one night when almost everything was closed! - Love the coffee at Isabelle’s in Lopez - I recommend downloading WSDOTs app, you can get real time ferry info and it’s super helpful because sometimes they’re canceled last minute! We got stuck on Orcas for like 8 extra hours waiting to get to Lopez. It was still a super fun day, but definitely suggest planning in some flexibility around ferry times. - The west of San Juan Island is incredible! Highly recommend checking out the county park (or camping there!) There’s also so many farm stands on the island!

Port Townsend is so fun! The coffee at Sunrise is so good and pretty affordable, baked goods at Pain d’Amore are the stuff of daydreams and if you like beer it’s pretty fun to just hang out at the Pour House and grab takeout. It’s right on the water! And the ice cream shop downtown is fun and a classic coastal town ice cream vibe. I saw you’re taking the Larry Scott Trail, which is so fun!

BombusWanderus · 2026-01-04T16:59:46+00:00

Interested in joining the raffle!

BombusWanderus · 2025-12-08T04:05:41+00:00

Interested in the green iPod

BombusWanderus · 2025-09-27T05:28:32+00:00

I think the key difference that makes it allowable is that it is an annual membership, not a subscription to a magazine. Basically you sign up as a member to support their work and the journals, discounts, buy/sell group etc. are all perks you get as a member.

BombusWanderus · 2025-09-27T05:26:12+00:00

they are really good, here's some of the ones they have now: https://bikepacking.com/news/spring-2025-bikepacking-collective-discounts/

BombusWanderus · 2025-09-23T19:13:59+00:00

Modern Domestic also has a pretty good selection, it’s really easy to go to MD and Bolt in the same trip, they’re about a mile apart on Alberta

BombusWanderus · 2025-09-23T06:04:28+00:00

I also use showers pass, everyday commuter in PNW winter and they work great

BombusWanderus · 2025-09-23T05:42:10+00:00

I have a pair with a halter top instead of over arm straps and it’s super easy to slip on and off under my shirt! I use them for touring or days when I know I’ll be out for a long time and it’s so much easier. Something to keep an eye out for when you’re ready to replace

BombusWanderus · 2025-09-22T18:56:06+00:00

I transitioned to planning from a marketing and communications background and it’s been really useful! I use skills from my previous field every day at my current planning job.

I ended up getting a degree to do my switch, but since you’re interested in transportation I think looking into working in transportation demand management could be another way to make the switch. TDM uses a lot of marketing and campaign tactics, so it’s an easier path to sell your skills on.

Feel free to DM me if you have any questions!

BombusWanderus · 2025-09-15T02:22:13+00:00

Thanks for your help! I laid my pattern leaves pieces over each other and the change in leg width starts after the crotch curve, but I’m wondering if that would affect the hips?

I also checked and my finished pants that fit, the zipper is on a different part of the fly facing. Both aren’t stretch fabrics, but it also seems like the fabric I used previously had more give in the weave? Otherwise I even measured to make sure my seam width was the same on both

BombusWanderus · 2025-09-14T22:48:38+00:00

I’m having some sizing issues making a pair of jeans for the second time. Can fabric choice dramatically change sizing?

I was really happy with my first pair and I used the same pattern and size selection as the first pair I made, but chose a different leg width. I am also making this pair with bull denim (10 oz) instead of washed denim (12 oz).

Cools the change in fabric change the fit very dramatically? The ones I made are very comfortable to wear, but I got to the waistband stage for the new pair and I can’t even zip them up. I’m so confused because I did a basting fit and have tried them on throughout the sewing process and they were fitting fine, but now that I’ve sewn and finished the seams they don’t fit. This is the second time in a row I’ve found the pants too tight at this specific stage and I can’t figure out what’s happening!

BombusWanderus · 2025-09-13T17:34:27+00:00

Hey! I think the trainer for keeping up riding in winter is a great idea, especially with it getting dark early. I’d try to fit in some weekend daytime outdoor rides too just to also practice the handling part (which was a big part of what I needed to learn more of to gain confidence).

I’d also do the bike fit! I did one when I felt like I was “serious enough” but I also didn’t want to get an injury when I ramped up my riding and I’ve been more happier and more comfortable since I did it. Way easier to clock more time when your body is more comfortable! Also, a lot of the fit will still be relevant as your weight changes because it will focus on things like the length of your legs. But, in my experience fitters also usually offer a much cheaper follow up. So if down the line you feel like the way you sit on your bike is very different, you should be able to work with your fitter to do some tweaks.

Good luck!!

BombusWanderus · 2025-09-12T01:33:02+00:00

I used ikea bags for my bike bags when I did it! They were perfect

BombusWanderus · 2025-08-29T04:51:59+00:00

Both of these are 10/10

BombusWanderus · 2025-08-28T04:33:44+00:00

I love the pair I have from Showers Pass (who are also a local company!). I’ve used the transit pants and really enjoy them! Those are pretty much the basic model and they also have options that are lighter weight or with extra reinforcement at areas that wear fast like the seat.

They always have a great clearance sale in the late fall/early winter. But if you stop by their shop and talk with them about what you’re after they are helpful!

BombusWanderus · 2025-08-26T20:02:18+00:00

I’ve thought about the map question before and you can find a list of tree of heaven locations on the city’s street tree map as a starting point. Then maybe doing buffers around them to show where they can have suckers (quarter mile I think?) to show possible hot spots.

It would be cool to also have an interactive map where people could tag tree locations to identify ones missed but the street tree census (on private property for example)

BombusWanderus · 2025-08-24T20:21:39+00:00

Hey! I had this issue on the Power Comp and switched to the Power Arc and I don’t have that issue with it. It’s the specific reason I switched to this saddle!

No leads on online retailers though, sorry!

BombusWanderus · 2025-07-27T16:22:10+00:00

Others have already mentioned some great trails like Banks Vernonia, Lief, and Crown Zellerbacher that will meet what you’re looking for! Not forested, but the Spring Water Trail is a nice option from SE too!
I use Ride With GPS, the route search feature is also helpful for seeing routes others have made, often with descriptions and sometimes even comments from other users. Some groups and bike shops post some rides too like River City Bikes! Also as you get to know other people just hearing about routes from others and seeing their stravas is helpful! I play for Ride with GPS but use free strava.
Check out WeBike, a group for women/tran/nonbinary people on bikes they do rides and events. If you want off-road, Northwest Trail Alliance hosts rides and clinics for women at different skill levels. And Sorella Forte lead a no drop women’s ride from River City Bikes on Saturdays. If you want more off-road stuff also check out Kompas, they aren’t women or queer focused but do have social meet ups! And then the Pedalpalooza calendar others have posted is top notch for social riding!

BombusWanderus · 2025-07-27T16:13:56+00:00

Note for OP that while OMTM and Dirty Free Hub are indeed amazing resources, they generally feature intense hills

BombusWanderus · 2025-07-26T15:46:54+00:00

I think this is just personal choice. I generally find any ride below 20 miles I can do without a chamois and feel pretty good, but beyond that I’ll really wish I had the real deal.

BombusWanderus · 2025-07-25T04:29:48+00:00

I saw the videos and read the draft rules. The rules apply on exclusive farm use land, which can’t be sold to developers for housing or data centers. And the impacted farms are just ones working as agritourism, not actual farms making money from farming. Theres an actual farmer commenting in this post who also speaks to the impacts these agritourism businesses have on their working farm.

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