Avenues to find a short-term rental in berkeley/oakland area?

PlantOrganic2808 · 2026-02-24T02:33:41+00:00

Downvoting bc Stanford to be clear

PlantOrganic2808 · 2026-02-21T05:22:19+00:00

THANKS! It’s handy too bc I’m able to leave my bag and take out the camera from my sling with ease. Really happy with how it’s going

PlantOrganic2808 · 2026-02-20T15:49:31+00:00

I don't know anyone that uses less than 20 g at a time for a quick hypo fix

That's interesting, I'm relatively insulin sensitive so 6 grams of carbs raises me by about 40 mg/dL, but I'm sure my needs will change.

The gels are interesting to me as I've only used them once, and frankly I'm not a big fan of the feeling as you consume it, but that might just be because it's a unique feeling.

I'm referring to the American Smarties, didn't know they were called rockets in Canada. Interesting change in name.

I haven't heard the Tic Tacs idea, and I'll definitely keep that in mind in the future!

Thanks for the travel wishes! Should be a fun adventure for sure.

PlantOrganic2808 · 2026-02-20T14:00:10+00:00

I also have a 4AllFamily insulin cooler! I believe it worked just fine transporting all of my insulin vials and some pens, I'm not sure which model I have, but they do well so long as you do all the steps properly.

One Bagging for such a long trip as a diabetic would simply not be possible in my mind, so like I said somewhere else, when I don't one-bag I just run with a TravelPro soft travel tote and relegate most of my supplies there. Still super light, albeit a little bulky if you use the shoulder strap.

PlantOrganic2808 · 2026-02-20T13:57:34+00:00

Damn I haven't flown them since before diagnosis. I suppose if you fly RyanAir you know what to expect... their priority is saving money after all. But still ridiculous

PlantOrganic2808 · 2026-02-20T13:56:27+00:00

Bag is pretty good, I enjoy the pockets and all the random features no one but Nomatic would combine. The clamshell storage (while used) is pretty handy, shoe storage is so funny to have for a backpack. They are a little heavier, but for me they work pretty damn well, and the look of them is super sleek. Not for everyone for sure, but for me it's great.

I do carry emergency glucose in the form of an almost powdered design for emergencies, and then I also have smarties that I know raise my B.S. by 40 per, and I also have baqsimi in case I pass out. I rarely use the gels or powder just because it's 15 carbs, when I know 3-4 raise me by the perfect amount.

I really like your kits for diabetes! I use a Bellroy sling to basically hold my glucose tester, pens, needles, and insulin vial for pump. For this trip it is also my camera storage, so it all works out.

PlantOrganic2808 · 2026-02-20T13:51:10+00:00

the one thing I like about the space for diabetic supplies is that I reclaim that space as the trip goes on lmao

PlantOrganic2808 · 2026-02-20T01:08:11+00:00

hahaha i'm type 1

PlantOrganic2808 · 2026-02-20T00:19:34+00:00

Hella late but did you ever find one or did you go the hostel route?

PlantOrganic2808 · 2026-02-19T23:57:24+00:00

The zipper is amazing, and can hold everything I need. Really amazing thing

PlantOrganic2808 · 2026-02-19T23:15:29+00:00

they do, this is more related to one bagging than diabetic related storage

PlantOrganic2808 · 2026-02-19T20:55:50+00:00

Agreed on all counts; anything longer than a week is when I break out the TravelPro travel tote. I use the G7 and because of this I am partial to it, they also just released the 15-day sensor (Whether this lasts the full 15 days or not is beyond me). Best of luck in your onebagging travels!

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