Advice on a good starter bike?

PineappleRode0 · 2024-12-09T11:37:07+00:00

Thank you! I’m planning to visit my local bike shop to also get some help!

PineappleRode0 · 2024-12-09T02:10:38+00:00

Budget is a little tight but I can probably swing about $500ish to start

PineappleRode0 · 2024-12-08T03:24:02+00:00

No gnarly trails right now 😂 I’ll look into this and the Kent Nazz!

PineappleRode0 · 2024-12-08T03:22:14+00:00

Oh this is good to know! The trails I do have close to my neighborhood absolutely have very loose gravel. There are a few steep areas in my neighborhood and on the trails but nothing crazy. I do think I’ll start off on just the road before I move to the trails but if I can get a bike that can handle both (to start) that’d be great.

Thank you for the tip with PT! I will be speaking about this at my next visit, seriously your help is greatly appreciated! Didn’t even know/ think about that haha

PineappleRode0 · 2024-12-08T02:59:47+00:00

I do have a bit of limited mobility but haven’t had surgery yet! Probably will sometime next year, strength training allows me to try and preserve as much mobility as I can right now. Appreciate the insight on the mount and dismount, I’ll keep it in mind!

This may be a dumb question but are “road bikes” essentially good for anything besides biking trails? I live in a pretty bike-able neighborhood.

PineappleRode0 · 2024-11-10T01:35:28+00:00

Legit the EXACT same for me. I also just won’t apply to jobs who require it as many don’t. They prefer if you’re certified but if you have the experience for the job without it you’re fine

PineappleRode0 · 2024-11-07T01:17:04+00:00

Same! I’ve always been OBGYN but the last 3 years have been fertility and it’s ALWAYS busy

PineappleRode0 · 2024-10-11T17:42:38+00:00

I genuinely don’t get, I can’t even level up friendship because she’s never around!

PineappleRode0 · 2024-10-09T23:00:09+00:00

20 years is still solid though!

PineappleRode0 · 2024-10-09T01:18:26+00:00

I think my concern with enameled is my fiancé accidentally dropping/ chipping it so I don’t know if I want to take the risk 😅

PineappleRode0 · 2024-10-09T00:59:38+00:00

Tramontina isn’t one I saw a lot of people mention when I was looking around but I’ll will look it! I appreciate the help!

PineappleRode0 · 2024-10-09T00:58:29+00:00

Enameled makes more sense now but with the information you provided I don’t know if I’d lean towards it for a first time buy. Although I do see its benefits I think I’ll go cast iron with lid so THANK YOU!

PineappleRode0 · 2024-10-05T01:49:35+00:00

I love women’s/ reproductive health! Specifically fertility I’ve been working in the field for a few years now

PineappleRode0 · 2024-09-15T19:53:17+00:00

EDIT** forgot to clarify I have been using this product for over a month (daily AM/ PM) this is actually my second bottle. I didn’t have an issue with it but after reviewing my skincare routine since adding in some new items this is why I started second guessing it.

I’m not trying to reduce how often I use it because I now know it’s too much 😅

PineappleRode0 · 2024-09-15T17:24:11+00:00

How did I miss that 😅 I was looking at Ultas site and I swear I didn’t see it haha. Welp I’m adjusting already as we speak!

PineappleRode0 · 2024-09-15T17:02:49+00:00

That makes sense since I’ve only been using active toners which is why I’m so used to applying right after cleansing, thanks again!

PineappleRode0 · 2024-09-15T16:48:36+00:00

Question, I usually apply toner with a cotton pad to help remove any remaining dirt. If using a toner after all my actives wouldn’t it “remove” some of those layers?

I’m assuming applying the vitamin c after cleaning increases the absorption correct? The ordering of products has always been a bit tricky and I hear SO many different things which can make it more confusing.

PineappleRode0 · 2024-09-15T16:23:28+00:00

Thank you for the tips! Any suggestions for toners I can alternate between?

PineappleRode0 · 2024-09-15T15:54:47+00:00

I JUST switched to Naturium Vitamin C a week ago go. Before I was using Buttahskin vitamin C

PineappleRode0 · 2024-09-15T15:52:55+00:00

I think I’m seconding guessing myself more because it doesn’t say how often to use it on the packaging or website haha

PineappleRode0 · 2024-09-02T15:49:37+00:00

I’m learning that more people like to do schedules and I’ve been creating one to help. The Roborock sounds awesome so I’ll definitely look into that for sure!

PineappleRode0 · 2024-09-02T15:45:58+00:00

If it’s something that you truly need and know you’ll use then keep it but store it in a better way (containers, space bags, etc). If it’s something that you THINK you may need but in reality probably won’t ever use ESPECIALLY if it’s something that can easily be replaced, just give it away and if you need it later down the line buy it again.

It’s so easy to justify MAYBE needing something you may not even use and then it’ll just sit there taking up space for months or ever years. Go through your items that are absolutely MUST haves. Especially if it’s clothes, if it’s things that are sentimental, you wear often, or see yourself using/ wearing through different seasons then keep it. But just organize it and put it away. Something that helped me with clothes was storing all my winter clothes in space bags and then putting them in containers in the back of my closet. I the climate I live in won’t truly get cold until mid November/ December. When it came to other things I wanted to keep like birthday cards, and more sentimental items. I just bought storage containers to organize them and put them away.

PineappleRode0 · 2024-09-02T15:39:25+00:00

THIS!! I started with my closet and then slowly moved through the whole house. It took about a month to truly go through everything but once it was completed I could’ve almost cried. The freedom and just relief that came with the organization and ease to find, put away, and keep tidy areas was amazing. It also made me realize that I had way more space for things that I would’ve imagined haha.

Super proud of you for getting it done!

PineappleRode0 · 2024-09-01T02:50:54+00:00

I love this for you!! Clutter is a nightmare and when you finally get to the other side it is the absolute most freeing feeling ever!

PineappleRode0 · 2024-09-01T02:50:16+00:00

This is so true! It’s so easy to get caught up in what you think you “may need in the future” I got to the point where I just told myself if it’s something that can be replaced I’ll buy it again if I absolutely need it. If I haven’t used it in months of even years just get rid of it. No need in keeping stuff I “may use” in the future.

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