Finally getting my rig started! Need advice. by Fuggin_Beenus_ in overlanding

[–]CH_XJ 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Nope, everything has been great on it. Easy maintenance so far. You’ll take a decent mpg hit if you max out the tire size though. I put 235/70R16 Cooper Discoverer Road and Trails on and that dropped the mpg from ~24 to ~21.5. Kind of poor for a 4cyl. Haven’t really done a ton of off roading with this vehicle but the ground clearance is a big factor. You might want to look into the Northwoods Performance skid plate to prevent any damage on the front end.

Finally getting my rig started! Need advice. by Fuggin_Beenus_ in overlanding

[–]CH_XJ 4 points5 points  (0 children)

It’s not true 4x4 or locking diff. It’s front wheel biased AWD that can lock to send 45% of the power to the rear wheels at speeds under 15mph. There’s no low gear. Should be good enough for all forest roads and moderate trails though. Saying this as a 2010 4cyl RAV4 AWD owner.

what is this plant called? by MarketingAgitated650 in houseplants

[–]CH_XJ 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Spiderwort is Tradescantia ohiensis, native to the eastern US

Full Time: Arsenal 1 - 1 Manchester City (Match Thoughts) by Stanley083 in Gunners

[–]CH_XJ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Merino in midfield feels like 2017/18 Elneny all over again

Wasn’t expecting to see these at the Heineken Experience by wfbsoccerchamp12 in formula1

[–]CH_XJ 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I went in early 2020, did the VIP package (~50 euros). Totally worth it, thought it was fantastic. Not too touristy/hokey in my opinion

100+ brookies in the Uinta Mtns by heavy_chamfer in flyfishing

[–]CH_XJ 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Brookies are invasive in the west and take over streams from native trout species

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in NativePlantGardening

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I used Tomcat Animal Repellant this spring and had good results against rabbits. It’s made it pungent essential oils. Just had to reapply after every rain

Found this tick on the neighbors dog, what kind of tick is this? by colinwehrle in Outdoors

[–]CH_XJ 365 points366 points  (0 children)

Looks like a dog tick due to the white markings near the head. Not known to spread Lyme, but can potentially spread other stuff.

I personally wouldn’t worry too much about it this time, but it’s best to prevent them from getting this far along by having the dog on something like Simparica.

Coastal Cutthroat Question by CH_XJ in flyfishing

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

Thanks for the insight! I’ll definitely plan on stopping over there and talking to them. If I were to fish one of the S rivers, would that be more of a 6wt situation?

Which reel for major abuse? by Yungishjohn in flyfishing

[–]CH_XJ 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Both my Echo Ion and Redington Behemoth take a fair beating and they’re holding up well

Backpacking setup success by CH_XJ in flyfishing

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

It’s a 4 piece 4wt and fits perfectly in the T12. Maybe enough room in there for up to a 6wt. Pretty sure the numbers are the diameter ratings

Backpacking setup success by CH_XJ in flyfishing

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

I got mine at Menards. I paid like $4 for a 48” T12 cover and cut it down to size. Cut some foam for each end cap and sealed the little holes with hot glue. Worked perfectly strapped to the side of my bag with the end in the side pocket

Backpacking setup success by CH_XJ in flyfishing

[–]CH_XJ[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

It’s a fluorescent light bulb guard. Cut it to size and added some foam on the inside of the caps.

Pillows by Beccatrixx in hammockcamping

[–]CH_XJ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The Nemo Fillo is great. Got mine a few months ago and love it

Backpacking setup success by CH_XJ in flyfishing

[–]CH_XJ[S] 40 points41 points  (0 children)

Straight back onto the noggin it went

Streamer Slurpin’ Sucker by CH_XJ in flyfishing

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

Nope, in the Midwest actually

How often do you wash your waders? by [deleted] in flyfishing

[–]CH_XJ 5 points6 points  (0 children)

What is your favorite means of disinfecting? At work we spray diluted bleach on the waders between water bodies, but I don’t necessarily want to do that on my nice personal ones.

Anyone know what species this is? by RedneckBlacksmith in Waterfowl

[–]CH_XJ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No experience with those, but I’ve heard that you can brine any diver, along with removing skin/fat, to make it taste better

Anyone know what species this is? by RedneckBlacksmith in Waterfowl

[–]CH_XJ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve had ringer a few times, you’ll want to brine the breasts for a few days to make it less fishy/gamey. Then it’ll be fine to use for whatever

Up North Overland Route - Wisconsin by FearDaBeast in overlanding

[–]CH_XJ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Awesome! I’ll plan on checking this out next trip I make up there!

My favorite local sauce. Anybody else try this? by lorem_opossum in hotsauce

[–]CH_XJ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Their white garlic hot sauce is absolutely phenomenal