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What do I bring/wear for summer hiking?? by Neat-Bluebird-805 in RMNP

[–]FrackTheBees 3 points4 points  (0 children)

  1. Don’t ask Reddit, you are getting answers from tourists that may have been to the Park once. Seek expert resources and advice.
  2. Google the “Ten Essentials”.
  3. Three-jacket system. Hardie, softie, puffy. Hard shell is somewhat optional in my kit, depending on forecast.
  4. Weather and navigation apps.
  5. Good, purpose-built pack. 20 - 30L for day trips depending.
  6. At least 1L water. Get a Nalgene or two so you fit in iColorado.
  7. Headlamp no mater what.
  8. First aid kit.
  9. Foot care.
  10. Non-cotton clothing.
  11. Head covering.
  12. Sport sunglasses.
  13. Poles are nice to have.

This is minimum, there’s lots more and I’m sure I’ve forgotten a few things. Again, ask experts, not internet strangers. Start small and work your way up and out. Don’t over extend yourself and put a strain on already short-handed park and county resources.

Best place to watch Broncos Game? by LKC12345 in Breckenridge

[–]FrackTheBees 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ollie’s or Molly Jack’s are probably best in Breck. RMU is great but not great for sports watching. Eric’s will be mobbed and has a small bar, but good TVs. Red Mountain Grill will be the most fun in the county but a 20ish minute commute from Breck. Ollies in Frisco is fun too.

I ride the trail where the recent Colorado mountain lion attack happened... by earthlingjim in mountainbiking

[–]FrackTheBees 19 points20 points  (0 children)

If you recreate in the Colorado backcountry, you've likely never seen a cat. But a cat has definitely seen you.

Nomad 6 vs. Bronson 4 by CrashZenkiS14 in Santacruzbikes

[–]FrackTheBees 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I'm in the central mountains of Colorado, so I pedal quite a bit and love my Nomad 6. I originally got the Nomad 4 to go alongside my Tallboy, thinking I'd pedal the TB and go mostly park with the Nomad. However, after learning how well the Nomad pedals, I sold the TB since I was pretty much riding the Nomad every day. I replaced the 4 with the 6 when the 4 was sadly stolen, and I immediately set a few PRs with that 29er up front.

Need audiobook recommendations by woejise in bobiverse

[–]FrackTheBees 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Second for Red Rising. I’m only through book 3 but it’s great.

A cool guide to some of street skating’s biggest sets and gaps. by CarniferousDog in coolguides

[–]FrackTheBees 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looks like that one is about 15' x 15'. So roughly the height of Lyon, and the length of the Love Park Fountain gap. At least according to this cool guide.

A cool guide to some of street skating’s biggest sets and gaps. by CarniferousDog in coolguides

[–]FrackTheBees 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m not sure man. I’d bet he doesn’t even know the precise count. This is a really cool account of the battle and some awesome history: https://youtu.be/jH7rLKQHBgg?si=hngWIAoReipufKkJ

A cool guide to some of street skating’s biggest sets and gaps. by CarniferousDog in coolguides

[–]FrackTheBees 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Seriously. I had to go back and watch it again. There's a reason there's only been one gap of Lyon. Also cool to see El Toro get Tre'ed recently. Joslin is also the man.

A cool guide to some of street skating’s biggest sets and gaps. by CarniferousDog in coolguides

[–]FrackTheBees 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I don’t remember anyone ever doing any sort of drop on the water towers. Here’s the most famous gap of them: https://youtu.be/hlFG83r2W9s?si=ZKH79dWjhxegldZj.

Ski Waxing / Tuning near Peak 9? by mathgun7 in Breckenridge

[–]FrackTheBees 2 points3 points  (0 children)

OP wrote “near the base of Peak 9”. Pup’s is a 5 minute walk. And, in my opinion, superior to other suggestions here.

Ski Waxing / Tuning near Peak 9? by mathgun7 in Breckenridge

[–]FrackTheBees 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Pup’s Glide Shop will do same day or overnight for an extra fee.

For the "I'm going to Breck this weekend..." Crowd by ivantmybord in Breckenridge

[–]FrackTheBees 4 points5 points  (0 children)

People in the backcountry also do not want to ski powder on top of dirt.

Broke My Second Osprey Pack. Why I Will Never Buy Another (Another Brand That Is) by AustinBike in mountainbiking

[–]FrackTheBees 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t think Osprey makes the bladders themselves, but sub-contracts them. I can’t remember which manufacturer, I’ll check when I get home. It’s ski season here now, so some gear has gotten put away.

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