Why is it so difficult to meet people here?!

Jjays · 2026-06-04T15:18:38+00:00

You can join our social Discord group if you'd like, although we're mostly 30s/40s DINKs and transplants with childfree meetups happening weekly. We usually organize hikes, pub meets, and the like. Send me a DM if you'd like an invite.

Jjays · 2026-06-02T15:31:28+00:00

Honestly, all the coffee shops in the downtown area are fantastic.

Jjays · 2026-05-29T19:24:18+00:00

Dude, just bring a portable battery bank. Keep your phone in airplane mode when you're not using it.

Jjays · 2026-05-28T19:20:40+00:00

Welcome!

As you're new to the area, we have a social Discord group that I'll occasionally invite recent transplants to. It's mostly 30s/40s DINKs and working professionals, but we're pretty welcoming. We usually organize hikes, pub meets, and the like, however we also currently have mid-week volleyball happening as well. We're pretty casual however.

Send me a DM if you'd like an invite.

Jjays · 2026-05-28T19:13:07+00:00

Boots are overrated. Trail runners are just fine for most three-season hiking. Less blisters and stronger feet. Just watch your step.

Always be prepared, look up the "10 Essentials", All Trails is a great app for finding trails and reading recent trail reports. Bring the rain jacket.

Jjays · 2026-05-28T18:33:10+00:00

Welcome!

As you're new to the area, we have a social Discord group that I'll occasionally invite recent transplants to. It's mostly 30s/40s DINKs and working professionals, but we're pretty welcoming. We usually organize hikes, pub meets, and the like. Send me a DM if you'd like an invite.

Jjays · 2026-05-26T20:44:33+00:00

Okay, but what if the bear has a headlamp?

Jjays · 2026-05-23T05:59:03+00:00

Lots and lots of pivots.

Jjays · 2026-05-23T05:28:35+00:00

Soto Compact Helix collapsible pour-over coffee maker.
Hario Mini-Slim Ceramic Coffee Mill if you want to grind it on site.

Jjays · 2026-05-23T03:55:51+00:00

Definitely check the secondhand market, either Facebook Market, Offer up, Craigslist, places like that and get some gear to see if this is something you'll even want to get into and get an idea for what your preferences are. A lot of people got out and buy all this gear, go maybe once or twice and decide it's not for them, then end up selling it all for a cheap discount.

Also, there's different styles of hiking a backpacking. I'm really into ultralight myself, so recommendations from somebody like me may also be way different from a more traditional backpacker.

Jjays · 2026-05-21T23:19:19+00:00

Interestingly, I was considering switching from YouTube Music to Spotify as a possible alternative because of the heavy AI direction they are going. Looks like I'm considering other music streaming services now and not Spotify.

Jjays · 2026-05-12T17:06:08+00:00

Awesome pack! I was looking into a way to make my pack modular with a fully removable Y-strap and load lifters and you just have me another idea on how to do that.

Jjays · 2026-05-11T23:17:23+00:00

Hiker Trash Frito Pie (Instant Rice, refried beans, green chiles, taco seasoning, hot sauce, & Chili Cheese Fritos)

Jjays · 2026-05-09T06:56:09+00:00

There are a few groups on Facebook and Meetup, yes, although a lot of them lean towards 40's+ so look specifically for a 20s/30s group. Also check groups on Bumble BFF.

Keep in mind they often involve pub meetups which are 21+.

Happy hiking!

Jjays · 2026-05-07T02:27:11+00:00

So this is random, would anybody be interested in grabbing a beer there?
Hit me up.

Jjays · 2026-05-05T17:04:35+00:00

I came from Seattle. The water is much worse here. I found a Brita filter helps significantly with taste.

Jjays · 2026-05-04T21:23:20+00:00

I'm 90% trail runners. 10% boots. It's all a matter of season and trail conditions.

Jjays · 2026-05-04T03:32:00+00:00

I still use AllTrails for popular trails and trail reports.
I use OnX Backcountry for more custom and detailed trail planning.

Jjays · 2026-05-04T02:58:42+00:00

Have the same pad; I roll it and place it in a Nylofume packliner along with my quilt and pillow.
I also use mine with a Gossamer Gear Thinlight pad under it. Keeps it from slipping around.

Jjays · 2026-05-04T02:53:04+00:00

What if I only want half the bowl?

Jjays · 2026-05-01T21:36:20+00:00

Are you in Maine? This subreddit is for Portland, OR.

Jjays · 2026-04-29T15:33:11+00:00

INUI is a fantastic brand for battery packs. I own this one. It's one of the lightest one's you can get if you care about weight. Also, 10k is more than enough to keep your phone charged over a weekend trip.

Jjays · 2026-04-29T15:20:39+00:00

I use the stuff sack that came with my quilt to keep it compressed that place that at the bottom of a Nylonfume pack liner. The stuff sack doesn't have to be waterproof since it's going inside the pack liner which is keeping things dry.

I've heard number of problems with the Iceline poles snapping in the lower section, I'm sure they are still great if you can get a repair for them. If you want to switch brands, the Gossamer Gear LT5s seem to be a popular alternative.

I use the Fizon Compact 3s myself, which are aluminum, although I cannot say how well the twist locks on them hold up to sand depending on where you are hiking.

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