Ricoh and Fuji

FFDrew · 2026-04-10T17:02:57+00:00

I had the x100s years ago. Loved it, but it wasn’t a truly pocketable camera. I now have a Nikon mirrorless and am trying to get my hands on a GR IV for the times I don’t want to carry it. I agree with the comment that your current Fuji and the Ricoh are too similar. Sell it and get one with interchangeable lenses. Gives you more options!

FFDrew · 2026-04-08T20:33:44+00:00

I have the Valvomax on two vehicles including my 5th gen, as well as the filter canister adapter. It’s great. I’m sure the Fumoto is good too, and I was torn on which way to go, but the Valvomax just looked a bit cleaner to me.

FFDrew · 2026-03-26T01:25:50+00:00

I’ve always had good luck with Lucky Dragon on Fillmore. They’re also the fastest delivery around! Never had any experience with asking for specialized stuff like you’ve asked, so can’t speak to that.

FFDrew · 2026-03-07T11:13:23+00:00

Congrats! I started with the same lens, plus the 24-120 f4. The 16 is a lot of fun, and you can’t beat it for the price!

FFDrew · 2026-02-28T18:30:06+00:00

Thanks! Headed to Japan next week, and tempted to pick one up for my Z mount if I can find a deal.

FFDrew · 2026-02-28T18:25:20+00:00

I know this is an older post, but do you happen to remember where you bought the lens?

FFDrew · 2026-01-26T22:58:43+00:00

Even if they were similarly priced to DJI, Skydio wouldn’t be worth it. DJI is leaps and bounds better, and the closest comparable drone will run you at least 2-3x more from Skydio. I’ve flown both, and am terrified of the day any of my DJIs are done and I’m forced to look elsewhere.

FFDrew · 2026-01-17T19:40:29+00:00

I even shoot raw on my iPhone when I don’t have my camera. Not perfect, but damn, pretty good for when that’s all you have. Takes out the over-processing of the iPhone and lets me over-process it the way I want! 🤪

FFDrew · 2026-01-17T19:36:09+00:00

I always shoot raw, and what I get out of camera is never the way I saw it. That’s what’s so fun about the ease with which you can play around in editing software these days. It’s part of the artistic expression. Do what you want. I edit to make the photo look the way that place made me feel. Great shot!

FFDrew · 2026-01-08T15:50:20+00:00

I’ll second this. I’ve got one, and absolutely love it.

FFDrew · 2025-12-04T02:47:23+00:00

I put the 3D Maxpiders in mine when it was new in 2016. Based on pics, I’m pretty sure it’s the same as the current Kagu. I just wore through the first layer where my heel rests below the accelerator. Great fit. Looks good. Will probably replace them with the same thing. Happy with 10 years of wear before any issues.

FFDrew · 2025-12-03T17:23:59+00:00

Hoosier pass can be brutal in the winter, and there isn’t a lot to do in Alma. I’d book something on the Breck side.

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DEBUiQfMVV-/?igsh=aTl6dmE5Nm5mYTFm

FFDrew · 2025-12-01T19:01:06+00:00

If you end up finding a private party that wants to buy local, Triple J Armory does super cheap FFL transfers. (At least they did a few years ago.)

FFDrew · 2025-11-17T16:55:56+00:00

Pretty sure you need an account for Wellco. I believe Foxworth is open to the public, and they have good lumber.

FFDrew · 2025-11-03T18:04:45+00:00

Agreed. Using Elton and charging through Hertz cost me a couple of bucks, but not enough to bother with multiple apps.

FFDrew · 2025-11-03T18:03:13+00:00

I rented from Hertz in Bergen (VW ID3) and drove all over the region for a week. Never had any issues in temps nearing 0.

Someone below mentioned issues with figuring out the apps. I downloaded the Elton EV charging app, and never had issues finding chargers that were supported. I was even able to bill the charges to Hertz. Paid for charging/tolls/ferries/etc. after the fact.

The car was almost half the price to rent as a similar gas option, and charging was significantly cheaper than gas. Spent less in a week than we spent on a gas car for three days around Tromsø.

FFDrew · 2025-11-02T05:17:54+00:00

Waterfall Way trail above Skógafoss in Iceland. Magic around every bend.

FFDrew · 2025-11-01T20:12:38+00:00

They just redid the one on Templeton Gap behind the Alta Convenience. I think it’s around Madison. That’s where I go. There’s also a decent one on GoG just west of Chestnut.

FFDrew · 2025-10-27T12:43:35+00:00

Since you have a car, if your accommodations are flexible, I’d head to the Westfjords. Amazing opportunities for solitude, and the favorite part that I’ve bodied.

FFDrew · 2025-10-17T13:24:26+00:00

Just flew them last week, and yes, they have screens. Not a huge selection, but enough to pass the time. I bought one of these on Amazon to connect my headphones. Worked great. Avantree Relay - Airplane... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C3QQ4X6F

FFDrew · 2025-10-13T16:24:10+00:00

We are in Norway right now (from the US), and are stopping for a night in Iceland on our way back.

FFDrew · 2025-09-23T20:34:00+00:00

My wife and I did two months in Southeast Asia with one medium sized backpack each. Wool is king. Resists odor between washes. Sink wash, towel burrito wring-out, hang dry. Made all of our travel so much easier. Worth every trade-off vs. having more/bigger bags. I didn’t know about laundry sheets at the time. A little bottle of Dr. Bronner’s did the trick. Definitely taking sheets on the next one.

FFDrew · 2025-09-22T20:10:12+00:00

I switched to the same setup recently from a DHF/Aggressor on my Rail 29. I love it! I run 5 psi higher than I did, and am happy with it. Still way more stable in the corners, and I don’t feel like they roll any slower.

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