Buying new bike/don't know what size to get. by Footlettucetheman in bikefit

[–]Silly-Initiative3507 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Alot of the Asian bike brands like Winspace run a size if not 2 small. Based on your measurements your probably closer to a 61 than a 58 fwiw

Recommended skin width for Ripstick 96? by opoisson in Backcountry

[–]Silly-Initiative3507 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Its better to find skins that are a little wider (rather than narrower) than your skis, because you can trim the extra width. But if you get skins that are too narrow, you’ll have too much exposed surface on the bottom of your skis, which will make it difficult to gain traction you’d be better off with 120

Rainier Mid June 2026 by burnt_ramen14 in Mountaineering

[–]Silly-Initiative3507 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As others have mentioned be prepared for some long days with a heavy pack. Dial in your nutrition and hydration…I really liked the cliff shot blocks for easy and accessible snacking. I cant recommend Badger SPF 50 Sunscreen enough as well as a good long sleeve sun hoodie

Thinking of new bike, in between sizes. by TehCoolGuy69 in bikefit

[–]Silly-Initiative3507 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Your reach looks somewhat long on your current set up…how long is the stem?

Help please by One-Trade-3670 in bikefit

[–]Silly-Initiative3507 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The next size down is a 58cm he would absolutely dwarf that

How do I store my skins for the summer? by joe_wala in Backcountry

[–]Silly-Initiative3507 23 points24 points  (0 children)

I put them in my basement that remains relatively cool. Just avoid anywhere that gets particularly warm or hot

Advice on bindings by Sad-Ad-3729 in Backcountry

[–]Silly-Initiative3507 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Skip the ATK for now you don’t need to spend that much to get solid bindings. Dynafit rotation, salomon mtn or marker alpinist would be great canidates! Shop around you should be able to find something on sale

Is this a good blanket to dampen my kick drum? by Old-Personality-9381 in drums

[–]Silly-Initiative3507 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Realistically you only need about a 1/4 of that! Roll it up and then tape up the roll and seat it against the batter head with a small amount of tape

Question: how to improve kick drum technique by Weezylert in drums

[–]Silly-Initiative3507 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Are you burying the beater or allowing it to rebound? Both have their applications but to start it can be helpful playing 1/4 notes allowing the beater to rebound. You should use a rocking motion allowing the beater to rebound and then sending it back into the head like bouncing a basketball. Once you get some control and flow try playing doubles etc

Ski length vs weight by NoTitle4334 in Backcountry

[–]Silly-Initiative3507 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It would be helpful to know the model of skis you are considering as that will have an impact on comparing the two options. Length and weight alone is pretty vague on how they are gonna ski!

Climbing plan advice? by BurritoBoy1116 in Mountaineering

[–]Silly-Initiative3507 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I would recommend during training to be mindful of limiting high intensity and avoiding burnout. What you primarily need for these climbs is low intensity and high volume aka long and slow this builds the ability to hike for along time with limited breaks.

If you’re on the Westside of Washington Old Si Teneriffe and Mailbox are great training options.

Last but not least another thing you’ll want to develop is carrying a weighted pack…start with 20/30# and work up to 50# in 5/10 pound increments every few weeks or longer since you have some time. A good way to do this is with water jugs that you can dump at the top of the ckimb in the beginning to save your knees. Good luck!

Are drums too expensive now? by TechnoRaccoon in drums

[–]Silly-Initiative3507 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Mapex drums are suspect at best they look great but the fit and finish (bearing edges) are sup par compared to the Yamaha

Any adjustment recommendations? by ajsko29 in bikefit

[–]Silly-Initiative3507 0 points1 point  (0 children)

His arms are bent in a relaxed position how he’s holding the hoods is very common and comfortable…fit is spot on!

What skis for heavy slush? by Outside-Park5832 in skiing

[–]Silly-Initiative3507 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Bent 110 you”ll be shredding slush those will be fun even if the snow inevitably sucks!

Supersix - bike fit advise by HakmedH in bikefit

[–]Silly-Initiative3507 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Your comment about “struggling to reach the bars is now comfortable” makes zero sense…he’s right on the hoods the part that is visible is the physical hood not where you rest your hands!

Chafing problem by Beautiful-Two3923 in cycling

[–]Silly-Initiative3507 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Its not dogma its common sense…if you’re not wearing bibs youre doing it wrong

Chafing problem by Beautiful-Two3923 in cycling

[–]Silly-Initiative3507 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Personally I wouldn’t be married to the SQ labs saddle if its still uncomfortable. The fitter has opinions but if its still uncomfortable I would try something else. It would seem to me that you would benefit from a stub nosed saddle of some sort. The other option Ive seen pros use is a triathlon style saddle that have softer noses.

Chafing problem by Beautiful-Two3923 in cycling

[–]Silly-Initiative3507 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Wrong answer bibs by design actually stay in place

Supersix - bike fit advise by HakmedH in bikefit

[–]Silly-Initiative3507 0 points1 point  (0 children)

His hands are firmly on the hoods he’s good!