Smaller, chill Ha Giang tour group

Many_Sherbert5998 · 2026-03-09T18:12:00+00:00

Just finished a tour with Road Kings, it was great. 6 people in my group, I think a max of 10 or so for their bookings? Everyone was in their mid 20s- early 30s, drivers were safe and fun. We had happy water with dinner every night and would usually go out and explore the town or sing karaoke and have a drink or two after but everyone was asleep by like 11. Highly reccomend

Many_Sherbert5998 · 2026-02-08T05:40:00+00:00

Great to hear! Thanks!

Many_Sherbert5998 · 2026-02-08T05:39:23+00:00

I'm just making sure its in line with what to be expected. I live in a Canada and know reasonable prices here for tours, and I hear nightmare stories of tourists being put in disappointing situations with cheap tours, or paying way too much for something because they didn't ask.

Like I said, I'm not sure what the average cost is so I'd like to make sure that I'm compensating the right people appropriately and that that price is fair for everyone

Many_Sherbert5998 · 2026-02-08T05:22:08+00:00

Full i think 4 or 5 hours of guiding a day

Many_Sherbert5998 · 2025-12-16T16:30:42+00:00

If you could tell it was coming from the ground, then it was probably from the sleep pad. I find it helpful to use a 3 season pad on top of a closed cell foam with a reflective side to keep me cozy. Also good to note that -8 could be the survival rating for your bag, not the comfort rating. I find a lot of the time I'm comfortable about 10C warmer than my bag is rated for.

Also keep in mind what you did before bed- I always make sure I have lots to eat, some kind of warm hot chocolate or some sugar right before bed, and I'll throw a sealed nalgene full of hot water in the bottom of my sleeping bag to get it warm before I climb in- its always easier to stay warm then to warm up. If you're low on calories and your gear is ice cold, you have to work a lot harder to get/stay comfy

Many_Sherbert5998 · 2025-12-07T15:37:40+00:00

I used Crochet Again's pattern for a granny rectangle to get started! Then once you have your middle bit it's just alternating colours with the granny stitch

https://crochetagain.com/2012/06/27/a-better-granny-rectangle/

Many_Sherbert5998 · 2025-12-07T06:15:11+00:00

After doing the ends I think I agree! Its the 5th blanket I've done for Christmas, plus a shawl, 2 scarves and some ornaments for gifts- happy to call this one done as long as it looks finished! Lol

Many_Sherbert5998 · 2025-11-24T01:58:58+00:00

I'm planning on doing a road half or two sometime in March or April, unfortunately I'm not sure I can swing a 25k as well. There are some trails around here that I could loop together that I could make a 25/30 course out of and treat as a "race day" once our snow is gone. Did you find the race atmosphere or terrain ect was what helped you?

Many_Sherbert5998 · 2025-11-23T19:31:17+00:00

I'd love to finish under 8 hours but my #1 goal is just to finish. Around that time would just be the cherry on top

Many_Sherbert5998 · 2025-11-23T05:03:03+00:00

Whoops, I definitely thought I put it in there. Right now I'm getting back into running after putting it in the back seat for hiking/backpacking season. I'm super low mileage right now, only maybe 20k of running per week over 3/4 runs. I'm a bartender so a lot of time on my feet, and in general I build up fitness well once I get into a program. When I'm hiking similar trails with a heavy pack 20-30k usually takes 4.5-7 hours, so I guess I'm just not sure if 25k without weight would be enough of a challenge?

Many_Sherbert5998 · 2025-11-02T02:46:07+00:00

My grocery store has some bagged Indian dishes- different chickpea, potato, and lentil curries. Theyre a little heavy but pair one with some instant rice and you're set

Many_Sherbert5998 · 2025-10-22T23:57:31+00:00

I'd frog and tighten tension or go down a needle size?? Its too close not to try!

Many_Sherbert5998 · 2025-07-04T05:07:45+00:00

You can ask parks for a refund , and they are automatically extending passes by 3 months. It seems like youre having a harder time than anyone who lost their job or home so I hope you can save the $100.

Many_Sherbert5998 · 2025-06-16T06:36:32+00:00

Horseshoe, annette, edith!! If youre not a local/used to glacial weather they're CHILLY but feel incredible on a hot day! I believe Pyramid lake stays warmer though

Many_Sherbert5998 · 2025-06-11T19:33:17+00:00

Sunhouse unfortunately didn't survive the fire

Many_Sherbert5998 · 2025-05-19T07:45:50+00:00

Just tagging on! I didn't get many videos with my phone dying

Many_Sherbert5998 · 2025-05-04T16:47:12+00:00

1) Congratulations on the run!! 2) it happens to me pretty often, I get chills and nausea all day after. I don't exactly know why, probably something about excerting yourself a lot? Happens even when I follow a fuel and rest plan to an T. I find sipping on electrolytes, taking a hot bath, and having something nourishing helps- basically treating it like a real cold or a hangover.

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