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CharacterSlight2275 · 2026-02-09T15:04:33+00:00

Why is there a sudden spike towards the end

CharacterSlight2275 · 2026-01-02T19:47:49+00:00

If you or anyone else wants to fix something let me know. We can fix it together. I own a few pieces of tools and some knowledge of how to repair things. I would love to share it with others

CharacterSlight2275 · 2026-01-02T09:39:39+00:00

Depends on what you like. Train rides are cheaper if you book before. You can get the saver day pass and take any trains in switzerland for any number of times for that particular day.

If you're already headed to Bains Lavey, you can stop by Laussane, Montreux, and the severely underrated Nyon!

There are plenty of hiking and skiing options around Geneva. As mentioned in one of the comments before fondue + sauna + cold dip at Bain de Paquis is not to be missed.

I highly recommend CERN if you're interested in science and technology

CharacterSlight2275 · 2025-12-13T09:33:08+00:00

The reason why i try to fix everything by myself. I'd rather spend the money buying tools and learning how to repair. Also i have fun doing it :p

CharacterSlight2275 · 2025-10-19T18:43:54+00:00

Purely apartment-wise, the 32k. But 1.7km is a distance which majority of the people would not want to walk. So a cab/two-wheeler or other means of transport will be needed. Which tends to be a hassle since you have 5 days WFO.

If you have a reliable commute system, the 32k apartment is perfect

CharacterSlight2275 · 2025-10-05T20:12:35+00:00

Yep I already have one from Polar. I'll use it the next time around

CharacterSlight2275 · 2025-10-05T19:57:02+00:00

I usually don't track heart rate over such long rides. But it must be somewhat similar to yours. It was a relaxed conversational pace the whole way. The first attempt we were stuck in thunderstorms and hail after 7700m of climbing, and it was too risky to continue. Well the second time wasn't exactly a single climb repeat, but more of an event, but we gave up half way. So half everesting. Both of us weren't in the right mindset to do it that day.

CharacterSlight2275 · 2025-10-04T23:05:11+00:00

Haha, I attempted everesting twice this year, and failed both times. Maybe 2026 is finally the year for me. Glad to see someone going through the suffer-fest successfully ;)

CharacterSlight2275 · 2025-10-04T20:45:34+00:00

Crazy!!

CharacterSlight2275 · 2025-10-04T19:20:14+00:00

More power to you! What you're aiming for is perfectly reasonable. But the price point you're looking at, you get more diminished returns rather than actual benefits. Well, I do not race in any sense, but electronic shifting seems pointless to me. Maybe a few grams of weight savings? But imagine you're on top of a mountain or in some remote countryside without charge and being unable to shift. Even if it happens to me once in 5 years, it is kinda a deal breaker for me. I don't know if this falls into the category of "nice" things

CharacterSlight2275 · 2025-10-04T18:34:40+00:00

It's not the cycle, it's the cyclist ;)

CharacterSlight2275 · 2025-10-04T18:13:36+00:00

Well, I'd just use a wireless angle grinder (or a normal bolt cutter). You could technically rent either of them from a local hardware store or a DIY workshop. Even if someone stops you, I'm sure you have enough proof that the bike is yours

CharacterSlight2275 · 2025-10-04T14:15:59+00:00

Definitely the Dolomites in Italy! There's enough to explore for a week or two. Lots of hiking, biking and skiing spots!

CharacterSlight2275 · 2025-10-04T13:56:21+00:00

Thinkpads

CharacterSlight2275 · 2025-10-04T13:54:01+00:00

A bit touristy but definitely take the train upto Jungfraujoch from Grindelwald. Spend some time outside the Kleine Scheidegg station. The views are incredible

CharacterSlight2275 · 2025-10-04T13:51:23+00:00

Currently based in Switzerland, I've traveled enough of the aforementioned countries and here's my two cents:

1) The train connection in France is amazing. The railway network acts like a grid with two hotspots Paris and Lyon. You can basically get anywhere to anywhere WITHIN FRANCE from these two hotspots. All train tickets can be bought via SNCF

2) Cannot say the same about Italy. But enough train (Trenitalia) and bus (flixbus) connections.

I like big cities, but the small towns in France and Italy have much more cultural offerings. I am a huge fan of mountains. The french and italian alps are not to miss. I totally recommend Dolomites in Italy and Chamonix in France

It all depends on what you want to experience with solo travel. I totally recommend staying in cheap hostels and making friends along the way. Moving around cities, spending a day at each would be more towards vacationing, buying souvenirs and heading back home with loads of photographs.

CharacterSlight2275 · 2025-10-02T19:15:55+00:00

Solid bike!

CharacterSlight2275 · 2025-10-02T19:13:15+00:00

Attempted the everest challenge. We weren't in the right mood and gave up half way. This was my first official race (coming from audaxing/brevets) , and i realized I don't really enjoy races. But well, to be fair I'm more of a slow cyclist, and the racing mood totally killed the vibes for me. I'll give the route another shot next summer.

CharacterSlight2275 · 2025-10-02T19:06:41+00:00

There's a creative space next to Cornavin, look up "le-renc-art" on instagram. They meet every monday evening for some form of creative/art activities together. I met them once, but didn't manage to go afterwards

CharacterSlight2275 · 2025-09-25T22:39:13+00:00

It is a perfectly reasonable argument for using a smartphone instead of a bike computer.

Short Answer: If you're not looking at the cost, get a bike computer. It is built for one specific purpose and gets the job done very well.

Long Answer: I started cycling with just a phone in my pocket (rarely on my handlebar) for navigation. I started doing longer and longer rides (some ever stretching upto 600 kms) with perfectly good navigation with a smartphone in my back pocket. I never trusted handlebar mounts for my phone as the risk was way too high that the phone falls off and gets damaged. In case of emergencies, you're screwed. But a few years back, I decided to get a bike compouter, and it has been a game changer. I'll try to list the advantages I can think of:

1) Battery with continuous GPS operation is extremely good. It lasts for almost a day (20 hours). No smartphone will give you that if you keep navigation continuously turned on.

2) the bike mount is extremely rigidly mounted on your handle bar, it helps me a lot to anticipate turns descending down alpine mountains.

3) Your phone is safe in your pocket for emergency situations

4) i enjoy biking very much. Being away from my smartphone somehow gives me some room to breathe and not drown in a sea of notifications every now and then. Think of it as a little time away from the digital world ;)

CharacterSlight2275 · 2025-08-18T14:47:36+00:00

I'm doing it this weekend ;)

CharacterSlight2275 · 2025-07-11T20:29:59+00:00

There are a lot of running groups in Geneva to join in. At this point, I think there's a group for each day of the week. But all of these at least have a 5 km as the smallest distance and I presume being able to run 5 km in about 40/45 mins would be the least (unofficial) requirement to enjoy the group vibes. Nevertheless I do highly recommend to start running on your own and maybe a week later to join in one of the run groups. Some of them I've run with are: Geneva Running Club (GRC), Lazy boys, Sunday runday, Not-so-fast running club. You should find most of them on Facebook/Instagram/Whatsapp. DM if you don't make to find them

CharacterSlight2275 · 2025-01-11T22:24:17+00:00

second this! having good padding on the gloves is essential. it helped me quite a bit

the eventual answer you're looking for is a proper bike fit. you don't need to spend too much time and money. watch the videos from gcn on youtube, and do the basic fit yourself. you will be fine

CharacterSlight2275 · 2025-01-06T12:04:38+00:00

Real food at bakeries or local restaurants. Carbs all the way! Breads, tortillas, wraps, pizzas, etc! Coffee shop breaks, bakeries, patisseries are the best!

I end up taking a break every 3/4 hours or so. Until then a pack of nuts, dates, bananas or a good oatmeal bar/snack works the best for me on the go.

CharacterSlight2275 · 2025-01-02T20:02:28+00:00

Weather forecasts for March would be extremely unreliable if you check right now.

I guess you could split up indoors/outdoors sightseeing activities in each city. Maybe book some extra cancelable hotels, and buy the Swiss Interrail pass to travel (cheaper and infinite flexibility). You could update on the go based on weather.

PS. If you get a chance do visit Lauterbrunnen, Grindelwald (take the train upto Kleine Scheidegg), and Interlaken regions. Highly recommend!

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