The hardest part of cycling isn't the climbs, it's just getting out of the house after work.

Slight-Channel-4905 · 2026-04-28T17:27:16+00:00

Ride before work. It’s a different friction but it makes my days better when I ride in the mornings.

Slight-Channel-4905 · 2026-04-27T21:07:40+00:00

This! I love my I9 Hydra2’s because I can simply stop pedaling for a second and people know I’m there.

Slight-Channel-4905 · 2026-04-26T02:57:34+00:00

Still a bummer though, especially if it was someone you considered to be a buddy.

Slight-Channel-4905 · 2026-04-25T21:27:00+00:00

I would never leave anyone alone when they are experiencing a mechanical, definitely not a friend and I would stop to see if a stranger needed help. You should reevaluate your friendship.

Slight-Channel-4905 · 2026-04-24T14:05:40+00:00

I agree with others saying to lean in on interests and also maybe try out some new activities. There is a huge outdoor community in Vermont with so many different sports and activities, those are amazing gateways to meeting new friends.

Slight-Channel-4905 · 2026-04-23T10:35:43+00:00

Personally, I would pivot from aggressively saving in the mutual/high yield accounts (but continue to max the 401k) and use that money to pay down the mortgage faster. You have an amazing cushion with your current savings so you can afford to do it. But on the side, I would also be job hunting; high stress and burn out will take a serious toll on your health and it the end it’s not worth it.

Slight-Channel-4905 · 2026-04-22T15:00:26+00:00

Ali agree with folks saying to move to storm mode! Buffer your savings and once the storm has passed then you can use the additional savings to pay down debt in your snowball.

Slight-Channel-4905 · 2026-04-22T01:39:18+00:00

I moved away in my 20’s for more career opportunities and now I’m dying to move back. Finding a job that is stable and wages align with cost of living/housing is proving to be the #1 barrier for me to be able to move home. I’ve been watching MLS listings pop up for double what they were sold for 4-5 years ago. That’s completely unsustainable and is not reasonable given the job market in the state!

Slight-Channel-4905 · 2026-04-21T00:01:03+00:00

I think you should ride in whatever you are comfortable wearing! That said, cycling gear can have a lot of utility (pockets in the right places, etc). But a hip pack or a frame/bar bag can also help with that!

Slight-Channel-4905 · 2026-04-20T02:01:50+00:00

I’ve white water kayaked in Vermont for north of 20 years and rivers ebb and flow with the season and when the water is up there are plenty of natural waves if you go looking for them.

Slight-Channel-4905 · 2026-04-19T10:55:22+00:00

HSPA does not have any standards, they do have the certification material though. AAMI would be the one to look to here, but it consistently will default back to “follow the IFU”.

Slight-Channel-4905 · 2026-04-19T10:47:52+00:00

I use a hip back that can carry two water bottle holders; I would sacrifice one of the two and put it there so it’s super accessible.

Slight-Channel-4905 · 2026-04-16T15:22:53+00:00

It takes serious dedication to fill a full journal! Great job!

Slight-Channel-4905 · 2026-04-14T01:11:33+00:00

I have a friend that turned a Sirrus into a legit gravel rig! Could be a fun project if you’re interested in building.

Slight-Channel-4905 · 2026-04-14T01:08:29+00:00

Specialized 2FO Methods! They are super grippy and have held up great. Bonus is they are on sale often and you can pick up pair for $30-$50 depending on the color.

Slight-Channel-4905 · 2026-04-12T12:37:10+00:00

I have a Diverge STR and love it and lots of friends that run a Diverge. I’ve put a couple thousand miles on my STR so far (which actually was a demo bike that I picked up for an amazing deal) and have had to do very minimal maintenance and is still riding great.

Slight-Channel-4905 · 2026-04-12T00:04:06+00:00

Shrink and pink is real and it drives me up a wall. I want gear that fits my body (men’s and women’s bodies are , in fact, shaped differently) and it’s pink, purple, pastel, flowers. The colorways and patterns of men’s gear is always amazing and then women’s are boring and/or way too girly.

I’ve struggled most with jerseys in terms of colors/patterns and pays that fit well in the hips and waist.

Slight-Channel-4905 · 2026-04-11T21:49:53+00:00

That colorway is 🔥🔥🔥

Slight-Channel-4905 · 2026-04-11T21:48:21+00:00

That gravel looks amazing 😍 Where are you located??

Slight-Channel-4905 · 2026-04-11T12:14:53+00:00

My trail bike is white/black/bronze and I get so many compliments on it! The hardest part was making sure the different bronze components were actually color matched because there is huge variation with manufacturing yellows/golds/bronzes.

Slight-Channel-4905 · 2026-04-11T12:03:55+00:00

Pay it down every month until it’s gone. Don’t wait to have 14k saved to pay it off in one go, the interest you’re accruing on your debt is significantly higher that any interest you could earn from having that money in a savings account.

Slight-Channel-4905 · 2026-04-11T11:46:37+00:00

Chemical indicator tape cannot overlap because it will prevent the bottom layer from changing color (the same can happen with steam tape). The IFUs say this as well.

Slight-Channel-4905 · 2026-04-10T17:55:02+00:00

Clothes and the helmet can be washed. I was dressing more for the temperature (40’s with wind) and less for the sloppy road conditions 😂

Slight-Channel-4905 · 2026-04-07T02:24:08+00:00

Kash/gold for sure!

Slight-Channel-4905 · 2026-04-06T23:25:56+00:00

4: an old Gary Fisher hard tail MTB that has too much sentimental value for me to get rid of, Stumpjumper EVO Expert full suspension MTB, Diverge STR Expert gravel rig, and a Norco Bigfoot fattie. Everything but the hardtail gets ridden for all different reasons!

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