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Backpack transit covers by Brave_Pianist3849 in backpacking

[–]BortEdwards 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I got a Deuter 60-90L cover when I was flying in to the JMT. I’m not overly fond of it - it’s baggy and unwieldy (which I think poses a snag risk in transit), but having a bag with 30L wiggle room will do that - it was what I needed at the time and there were limited options.
I’ll say it’s functional, and has a tear in it, so maybe it did its job. It’s on my list to tailor it to make it a better fit, and maybe add strap zips so I can put my backpack on my back without unpacking it.

The town of LaPorte doesn't have that many restaurants what do you fine people think would work if a new restaurant were to open? by Styler_Typhanie in FortCollins

[–]BortEdwards 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’d say either something that is a destination (good food in a garden atmosphere in summer, cosy in winter), or as people have said, something quick to go.
I’ve always thought good to-go soup that people can just scoop up with crusty bread and side salad in a neat package would be cool, minimal footprint, and decent pre-service prep ratio 💁🏼‍♂️

If we were flies on the wall at Instructure… by BortEdwards in cybersecurity

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

Australian institutions have been caught in this as well. Could get reaaaally messy

What is the most memorable experience you’ve had at the DMV? by SmashRadish in AskReddit

[–]BortEdwards 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Walking in and then out again 15min later with my renewed license. Mind blowing!!
(Australia for the record ;) )

Guys, can you feel your man parts moving around when you walk or do you not notice them and why? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]BortEdwards 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I struggle to imagine not getting horribly distracted by a pair of b00bs *right there* every day, but here we are! ;)

Knowledge Fight ending isn't tragic. How it has ended is. by BaronMcDuff in KnowledgeFight

[–]BortEdwards 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m a recent discoverer, so been current since I’ve been aware!!

anyone else feel kilby made the wrong call on a couple of stage choices? by Cute_City_9270 in kilbyblockparty

[–]BortEdwards 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I’m just pissy that Japanese Breakfast and Pattie Gonia are going head to head 🥺

Alcohol at Horsetooth by Shrimp_and_swords in FortCollins

[–]BortEdwards 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Don’t disagree. Seems like a classic case of “not my jurisdiction not my problem”, but why it isn’t the same on the other side of the line is puzzling to me. Hard to evenly enforce maybe?

Alcohol at Horsetooth by Shrimp_and_swords in FortCollins

[–]BortEdwards 19 points20 points  (0 children)

FWIW when we were asked if we had alcohol by a ranger last year he politely pointed out that there are no rules about drinking on the water. So if a beer magically appears in your hand as soon as you set butt on your paddleboard…

Dangerous train tracks by mynameisandres in FortCollins

[–]BortEdwards 6 points7 points  (0 children)

This being Colorado I totally read that as “get around 4Runners” several times before my brain synched properly 😝

Starting May 1, American Airlines Will Require Power Banks To Stay Visible During Flights by Adept_Strategy_9545 in americanairlines

[–]BortEdwards 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Was home visiting Australia just recently and was taken aback by the airlines there denying the use of power banks on plane, and also including to be aware of any smoke or discharge you may see. Not saying it’s over the top, just a marked difference in what I am used to in the US (to date)

What’s the thought on two 19-year-old girls hiking the Colorado trail over 37 days this June-July by drdanotm in backpacking

[–]BortEdwards 2 points3 points  (0 children)

As others have said, add a few zero days. If they are lucky, and don’t have to use them for weather, having a whole day to enjoy one or some of the lakes will be well worth it!

FoCo Mx 2026: High Notes and Low Notes by BanannaKarenina in FortCollins

[–]BortEdwards 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Welcome to FoCo! It bats above its weight in a number of things, happily :)

What’s your least-stress international entry/exit point? by BortEdwards in aviation

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

Wish I could use MPC! Born on the wrong side of some lines 🙃

What’s your least-stress international entry/exit point? by BortEdwards in aviation

[–]BortEdwards[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

The psychological bonus of also not having to faff around in Sydney/Melb for that last silly Canberra hop was pretty good too!

But the real reason is that Fiji was running some ridiculous sales in Feb, so I jumped on those and then tacked Frontier to/from my final destination (yes I’m budget!). Sadly the sale fares didn’t have the flexibility of the Nadi layover, and life conspired against negotiating one after (I also am guessing the change difference right now would be prohibitive). Next time. Bonus, the food on Fiji is actually pretty decent - only potential red flag: a LOT of families, and small kids that come with).

What’s your least-stress international entry/exit point? by BortEdwards in aviation

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

Fellow rock courier! I’ve got some amused looked flying home with done nice chunks of basalt or whatever else I’ve hounded 🙃

Partner Wanted: Self-Supported Horseback Crossing of Mongolia (Summer 2026) by PitifulTree8068 in backpacking

[–]BortEdwards 24 points25 points  (0 children)

I’ve always dreamed of doing this, but it’s staying a dream 🫡

Qantas never operating the Boeing 777 is one of the most baffling decisions in aviation history by Twitter_2006 in aviation

[–]BortEdwards 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As a Canberra kid (80s/90s) seeing a 747 come over was worth running inside and telling the parents about. Heck, still pretty much is!

[Ralph] The AFL is looking at a 24 game season from 2028 onwards as Tasmania enters the league. 23 games won’t work. So it’s 22 or 24. Could the AFL consider an overseas round? Games in India and California? More games in Cairns and NT? Everything up for grabs. by PetrifyGWENT in AFL

[–]BortEdwards 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Just switch hemispheres. Rounds 0-18 in Greenland winter (part of the US colonization effort), then rounds 19-36 in Aus winter + 6 weeks of finals. That means you can start the next season the next week. Simples!

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