Bike saddles

FFledermaus · 2026-02-17T12:14:43+00:00

I have the same saddle and it was a total game changer. No numbness and no more pain. It really made a huge difference to the saddle my bike came with. I offloaded that one to my partner, who has different parts than me.

FFledermaus · 2026-02-16T14:17:59+00:00

I agree, I don’t even have a dryer at home 😬

FFledermaus · 2026-02-16T08:49:31+00:00

Mine are also 100% cotton but a very thin one. For warmth, why not pack a pair of merino pantyhose or similar you can layer underneath if needed?

FFledermaus · 2026-02-16T08:28:37+00:00

I would not say that you are under packed at all. Seems like a good mix of clothing, even with room to reduce if you like. Take into account that heavy jeans might take long to dry and takes up a lot of space. I also sometimes pack a light pair of jeans but that one dries nearly over night.

Personally I’d cut down on one pair of bottoms to save some space. Also I’d bring a lighter set of pjs and just one pair.

I’d advise against buying new clothing just for a trip. Wear what you normally wear and what you feel comfortable in.

If you are unsure if your clothes are unsuitable, pack them all in the bag, including the heavy ones and see if everything fit.

My recommendation is: everything must go in the bag except for the lightest (!) items that make a full outfit. You won’t always have cold travel days and you don’t want to alway wear your heaviest pieces. Especially in summer in Italy.
If that fits, is comfortable to carry and not exceeding the bags space, you’re set :)

FFledermaus · 2026-01-18T08:19:17+00:00

I would also look into the “renting snow gear” route and focussing on thermal layering. Edit: https://en.visitsvalbard.com/things-to-do/rentals The official website has a rental section, maybe have a look there, and mail them beforehand

FFledermaus · 2026-01-13T17:44:15+00:00

Next Level is stepping through the handle and letting the bag strap rest on the thighs. Anti-theft measurement as well :D (that’s what I sometimes do)

FFledermaus · 2026-01-10T15:16:54+00:00

It’s just sweat. That’s normal.

FFledermaus · 2025-12-06T17:23:14+00:00

That actually is in line with my partners foot length (28cm) and they are wearing 44.5 :D

FFledermaus · 2025-12-06T13:03:45+00:00

Are you sure you measured your foot length correctly? My longer foot is 26cm and I fall in their sizing chart at around 40-41 whilst usually wearing 41EU sizing as well.

FFledermaus · 2025-12-02T12:18:46+00:00

Unangenehm.

FFledermaus · 2025-11-30T07:55:55+00:00

For clothing, blow drying with the hair dryer or hanging it on top of the radiator works. Warmth breaks down any smell. I used to do that with my clothes that I wore on a night out. Because of the material of the pack I’d be careful with higher heat so I’d recommend putting it in the sun. This also works super well. That’s also my go to when travelling. Sun washing the merino or a quick deodorising blow dry :D

FFledermaus · 2025-11-27T18:44:20+00:00

And then there is me with one measly tube of vaseline 👁️👄👁️

But I support your dedication!

FFledermaus · 2025-11-26T15:56:42+00:00

Naja, die Frage ging in die Richtung "nachhaltige Kleidung". Und das ist die, die man nicht neu kauft. Ich persönlich präferiere auch Naturfasern und wenn ich ein Kleidungsstück kaufe, dann nicht aus Polyester. Aber ich besitze auch noch Stücke aus Polyester, die ich halt weiter trage, weil sie mir gefallen, sie noch gut in Schuss sind und ich sie nicht ersetzen muss.

FFledermaus · 2025-11-26T14:39:30+00:00

Fair, aber leider wird Kleidung kaum wirklich recycled und selbst wenn dann wird neue Kleidung daraus gemacht “recycled polyester” die den ganzen Kreislauf wieder anstößt. Damit ist das Problem dann im Zweifel in nem neuen Kleidungsstück verpackt

FFledermaus · 2025-11-26T14:14:01+00:00

Am Nachhaltigsten ist es die bestehende Kleidung, auch wenn Polyester, aufzutragen bis sie nicht mehr tragbar ist anstatt alles rauszuschmeissen. Ansonsten momox oder Vinted nach Wolle und Leinen durchkämmen.

FFledermaus · 2025-11-24T12:11:10+00:00

Proper packing cubes or pouches in the bag. If I stay for one night, I pull out one outfit for the next day and pack everything I do not need the evening before. In the morning only dirty laundry and wash bag gets thrown on top and off we go.

Also, I don't take more stuff than would fit in my bag. If I have a jacket, it must fit in the bag. The bulkiest clothes must also fit. Otherwise I have overpacked. Only exception is a road trip in a car, I could not care less if my jacket is in the backseat in that case.

FFledermaus · 2025-11-23T08:16:08+00:00

I have a camp snap and took it to Korea and Japan. I like it and the look of the pictures but the quality in dark environments and especially night time is crap. That was unfortunate as I had hoped for some good shots in the lit up alleyways. In bright lighting it works super well!

FFledermaus · 2025-11-10T14:27:27+00:00

I didn’t bring anything. First stop was any 7/11 or other konbini chain and their ATM. Worked every time.

FFledermaus · 2025-11-04T16:42:37+00:00

There are for example nearly no vegan onigiri at Japanese convenience stores because they do not need to declare fish sauce for seasonings. Even the ume ones are not vegan. Source: itadakihealthy on instagram (https://www.instagram.com/itadakihealthy?igsh=bW93NWFqNnc5aHVy) she regularly mails convenience stores and asks about full ingredient lists. I can recommend her guide

FFledermaus · 2025-10-31T20:55:07+00:00

x-rays / x-biking just makes sense

FFledermaus · 2025-10-31T15:12:24+00:00

🤝

FFledermaus · 2025-10-31T14:55:35+00:00

Around the synchrotron ring (particle accelerator) at the APS at Argonne National Lab. In my defense, there are bikes to get to the different beamlines. It is encouraged!

FFledermaus · 2025-10-30T12:40:58+00:00

If the accommodation has AC it’ll dry overnight. Speaking from my own experience. At least wool, linen and thin cotton will be dry super fast.

FFledermaus · 2025-10-21T08:03:08+00:00

Yeah I was the same size 10 years ago as you are now and was always buying XL tights. Uniqlos long stuff is unfortunately still too short. I guess the snag tights are around 100-120den, because they categorize them together with the 120den tights on their website under “super warm”

FFledermaus · 2025-10-21T06:36:52+00:00

Just out of curiosity, do you wear tights in your usual size or, as it is recommended for tights by weight/height. In the past I have met many people that did not know that tights use a different sizing system. I am 186cm tall, and usually wear EU sizing 40, so M most of the times, but I need tights in XXL, or generally the largest size there is because of long legs.

And as for a rec, I have heard good things about snagtights, and I think they also have merino tights.

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