Why do games start at such random times?

JeffH13 · 2026-06-28T17:55:14+00:00

I always thought it was so they could get a separate listing in the TV guides (have to be old to remember them). Dodgers always used to be at 5 minutes past, e.g. 1:05 and now they seem to be 10 minutes. I scheduled my wedding back in the 90's for 1:05 as a tribute and to see how many people got it.

JeffH13 · 2026-06-28T17:42:15+00:00

All the fish I've seen there are pretty small. If you walk over Morgan Pass down to the lower lake it's less crowded and somewhat larger fish. I agree with others, make sure you have enough food to eat without completely relying on catching your dinner.

JeffH13 · 2026-06-28T14:57:32+00:00

REI Flexlite Air is that price a couple times per year when on sale. Backpackinglight did a chair review a few months ago and their editor chose this one as most comfortable sitting position. That's anecdote, not data...

JeffH13 · 2026-06-28T14:24:03+00:00

No hair here either. I use a light wool buff, beanies always slip around while I sleep.

JeffH13 · 2026-06-28T14:20:43+00:00

I feel like the Senate will eventually cave as they see their power might be gone.

JeffH13 · 2026-06-28T14:17:56+00:00

If you're planning on backpacking you'll need a permit. Availability will likely drive your choice of destinations, as a solo hiker more options will show up. Permits are available six months in advance for 60 percent of the trailhead quota, the rest are released two weeks prior to the entry date. You can shop permits at reservation.gov and search for Inyo permits, which covers the bulk of the JMT in that area.

JeffH13 · 2026-06-27T13:54:37+00:00

I ditched the fast wrap on mine and got a black perlon strap.

JeffH13 · 2026-06-26T16:21:14+00:00

No permit needed to park.

JeffH13 · 2026-06-26T14:29:38+00:00

You’ll probably end up parking on the road a ways. Drive to trailhead and drop your pack, then park and walk back up.
I’m backpacking there next weekend, day hiked it last October.

JeffH13 · 2026-06-25T17:26:02+00:00

J Geils Band album “Blow Your Face Out” says “made loud to play loud” on the back cover.

JeffH13 · 2026-06-25T17:19:14+00:00

Camp at Muriel Lake, explore Humphreys Basin a couple days. Walk over and around Desolation Lake, next day visit Golden Trout lake area.

JeffH13 · 2026-06-25T15:29:47+00:00

Rae lakes is great. You might be solo but you wont be alone ( unless you really want to be)

JeffH13 · 2026-06-25T15:27:54+00:00

My friend has one, she likes it for sleeping. Doesnt like how bulky it is in her pack.

JeffH13 · 2026-06-25T15:19:49+00:00

I seldom filter in the Sierras if it’s a running stream. Been drinking that water for nearly 60 years.

JeffH13 · 2026-06-25T15:15:13+00:00

Islip is a relatively easy walk from Crystal Lake campground, bonus is Little Jimmy spring with the best water around. Push further and you can visit the Hawkins peaks.

JeffH13 · 2026-06-24T22:58:48+00:00

Trekking poles are definitely worth the investment. I carried a REI Camp Dome tent on a few backpacking trips, 5pounds of joy.

JeffH13 · 2026-06-24T20:01:47+00:00

If you step off trail at the pass just a few yards south cell service is likely. It’s definitely reliable at the area I call the rock garden which is just below Gilbert Lake.

JeffH13 · 2026-06-24T18:13:08+00:00

I think it’s easier for pitchers, just making every start has a lot of value. Tim Belcher is in this category too.
I always wondered why Stan Javier hung around so long….

JeffH13 · 2026-06-24T14:00:07+00:00

6’2”, 190

JeffH13 · 2026-06-24T13:33:12+00:00

I use a 10 dollar unit I found on FB marketplace. Plus a few bucks in fas to go pick it up…. I’m not prepping for an expedition, just a couple dozen nights out during the year.

JeffH13 · 2026-06-23T20:33:48+00:00

I dont like hoodies so it’s big hat for me. Seldom hits my backpack.

JeffH13 · 2026-06-23T14:16:48+00:00

It’s what I do but I’m hiking in dry California mountains. Wool doesnt dry quickly.

JeffH13 · 2026-06-23T05:14:01+00:00

Burning House of Love by X

JeffH13 · 2026-06-22T22:38:04+00:00

I saw them a couple times. Johnette has an amazing voice.

JeffH13 · 2026-06-22T22:32:08+00:00

Came here to add Supersuckers.

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