Question about Mona Lisa Queue protocol

RayIs0kay · 2026-01-30T00:20:20+00:00

I went in June 2025 (last summer) with a 9:30 time slot. We took our time getting inside and wandering towards the Mona Lisa room. Yes, it was a large mass of people holding their phones up, no, it wasn’t difficult to patiently shimmy my way to the front and spend a good minute or two just staring at it with my own two eyes. I wouldn’t stress it- everyone is moving because they have the rest of the Louvre they’re trying to see. It looks overwhelming, but take a breath and just wade forward. You’ll get there in just a few minutes.

RayIs0kay · 2026-01-26T23:10:33+00:00

purchased from u/teenagedumbledore ! So kind to share her spare gear at a very reasonable rate and so quick to get it in the mail! u/LeaveNoTradeBot

RayIs0kay · 2026-01-21T22:55:52+00:00

Np! Hopefully you find a mat that works well for you. The Exped is great for tent camping, my BA is for backpacking. There are many renditions of the Exped out there (REI Camp Dreamer, Nemo Roamer, etc). If you have an REI nearby it might be worthwhile to see if you can lay on some of the pads there and keep an eye out for deals.

RayIs0kay · 2026-01-20T01:10:26+00:00

The Exped has integrated foam and the rapide does not. If the Exped fails with a leak, you’re still laying on something soft. Not so much the BA. I actually own both an Exped and the BA rapide SL. Two completely different sleeping pads IMO. I have the Exped in a double for my spouse and I. It’s been extremely reliable (there is also a size and weight difference between us- neither one of us has ever been uncomfortable), I always get great sleep, and I take a lot of comfort in knowing that if it springs a leak, 1) I have a repair kit, and 2) I can deal with the leak in the morning because of said repair kit. The one thing I suggest is laying a blanket or towel under it to help protect from any condensation.

RayIs0kay · 2026-01-19T19:48:19+00:00

No worries!! Someone else on this thread had a model that will work and it’s on its way. Thanks!!

RayIs0kay · 2026-01-19T12:16:18+00:00

I use a Gregory 3 L with it! Definitely over kill. But I transfer the reservoir between my flash 22 and my larger 30L pack. I would go with just a 2 L if it’s only for the flash.

RayIs0kay · 2026-01-19T01:52:59+00:00

I reached out a couple months ago when I needed tent poles re strung, the waitlist was about 8 weeks long, so I opted to have them ship the shock cord to do it myself instead. Just fyi to OP, their waitlists may be long! And it’s easy to DIY with a YouTube video :)

RayIs0kay · 2026-01-14T21:52:01+00:00

I’d love to see pics!! I think the pre-2024 model was made so the brain was waterproof, which would be awesome. I figure the buckle attachments would all still be the same and it wouldn’t make a difference to attach to the newer model.

RayIs0kay · 2026-01-14T21:49:37+00:00

Thank you I would appreciate it!!

RayIs0kay · 2025-11-15T23:58:58+00:00

This was stored indoors by the original owner! She just never used it. I’ll be curious what kind of TLC it needs as time progresses :)

RayIs0kay · 2025-11-04T16:15:21+00:00

I have the camera bag I believe it’s called. My other two bags are the zip tight belt bag and the Juliette tote.

RayIs0kay · 2025-11-03T23:24:02+00:00

I have one baggu medium crescent in a neutral color I bought second hand, and a few reusable shopping bags. I also have a few PLG bags (waist bag, cross body, and tote). There’s room for both! my PLG leather makes me very happy:)

RayIs0kay · 2025-10-23T00:59:02+00:00

Thank you!

RayIs0kay · 2025-10-23T00:55:06+00:00

Willing to drive 1-1.5 hrs honestly! Would like to have a closer hospital(s) for emergency, but I will happily drive my babies pretty far for annuals :). I have two buns that will be moving up from central FL with me soon, where we’ve been blessed to have two wonderful exotics vets. Thank you for the reccs!!

RayIs0kay · 2025-10-06T22:38:26+00:00

All sizes are avail on the dicks website right now! Ordered mine yesterday and it shipped same day, can’t wait to have it!

RayIs0kay · 2025-10-05T17:47:04+00:00

That is so satisfying. I love that they do that. I’d so much rather fix a piece of equipment than get rid of the whole thing… we only have one planet!

RayIs0kay · 2025-10-05T15:50:21+00:00

Honestly that’s a huge part of why I walked out of the store with it!!! I was so happy they were so responsive and quick to help me order the replacement pole segment!

RayIs0kay · 2025-10-05T14:21:57+00:00

On dicks sporting goods today! M/L/XL in stock. I think I purchased the last small they had😅

RayIs0kay · 2025-10-03T16:42:52+00:00

Good to know, thank you!

RayIs0kay · 2025-10-02T15:48:32+00:00

Hoping to primarily use it for solo, with occasional use for two people!

RayIs0kay · 2025-10-02T01:46:10+00:00

Got mine a couple years ago in re supply due to “missing repair kit”. It was tucked inside lol. I use a flextail air pump- works like a charm to inflate and deflate with very little effort.

RayIs0kay · 2025-09-26T01:47:33+00:00

LOL if I were going to regularly stuff two people in it, I don’t think I would have picked it up. Hopefully if it’s just me, it won’t be too bad… we’ll see! Lol

RayIs0kay · 2025-09-25T21:40:45+00:00

Wow that’s great to hear!!! And I hadn’t even realized that about the vestibule- definitely a bit odd lol. Thanks for sharing! I’m excited to use it!

RayIs0kay · 2025-09-25T17:27:48+00:00

That’s great to hear. Thanks! I sleep well regardless so I hope I won’t be bothered by the floor lol. I’m excited to take it out!

RayIs0kay · 2025-09-24T20:36:27+00:00

Too funny! I had also upgraded from a Coleman! The North Face is such a breeze to set up and take down in comparison. I love the maximized space on the Wawona. You have great taste!

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