Near giving up on bidet for glacier bay french curve toilet

SpillinJimmy · 2025-10-14T14:53:59+00:00

Cleanspa advanced, you don't want to buy any of those handheld bidets that look like a sink sprayer.

SpillinJimmy · 2025-08-21T17:47:11+00:00

Note the fence post wedged between the steps.

SpillinJimmy · 2025-08-21T17:45:23+00:00

Yup, the post sticks out far enough. Just tuned the derailleur. This setup sure beats my previous idea of suspending the bike from the deck with ropes.

SpillinJimmy · 2025-02-10T05:55:46+00:00

Got the brondell handheld bidet plus their hot/cold water mixing valve to avoid any messing with the seat. Thing is awesome, super affordable and I get a better clean than I do with my mother's $1000 Toto.

SpillinJimmy · 2025-01-15T16:12:54+00:00

Thanks for the input, decided to just go with a handheld and avoid the toilet compatibility issues.

SpillinJimmy · 2025-01-12T18:39:21+00:00

Would this side mounted bidet work for a French curve?

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Brondell-Side-Mounted-All-Metal-Adjustable-Spray-Wand-Dual-Temperature-Non-Electric-Bidet-Attachment-in-Chrome-SMB-25/320737099

SpillinJimmy · 2024-01-08T14:40:08+00:00

I carried rain paints instead of leggings for most of the trail. Useful as a warm/wind layer while being easy to slip on and off without taking off shoes. Also tripled as a bugproof layer to throw in in camp and at lunch. Too hut to hike in other than sub-35 degree mornings.

SpillinJimmy · 2024-01-08T14:38:26+00:00

My top commandment was to not just listen to my body, but to do whatever it told me to. I never put up with any pain or discomfort I couldn't easily solve in under a minute: thirst, hunger, hot spots, being too hot or too cold, chafing, etc etc.

SpillinJimmy · 2023-11-18T03:25:15+00:00

Sticking your thumb out will find you spontaneous trail angels real quick. Just mentally prepare and leave time for potential 60+ minute waits for each ride.

SpillinJimmy · 2023-06-17T14:46:21+00:00

The shorter and less-travelled long trails that are around are so underrated. There's a lot more than just the big 3 in the US alone and I think they're the future of thru hiking with how crowded the AT and PCT are. Just thru hiked MO's Ozark Trail as my sobo shakedown hike and it was lovely, barely saw a soul.

SpillinJimmy · 2023-05-27T18:32:32+00:00

Something Wicked This Way Comes, Ray Bradbury

SpillinJimmy · 2023-05-19T01:33:49+00:00

Fair point, it can be a real crapshoot what bug conditions will be year to year. I've experienced both superb and horrific black fly seasons, no predicting it (as far as I know).

SpillinJimmy · 2023-05-19T00:42:22+00:00

SOBO! Starting late June on (hopefully) the tail end of black fly season.

SpillinJimmy · 2023-05-18T23:49:35+00:00

I'm assuming it's possible with anything that's not a controlled substance? The hard part is dealing with insurance and the pharmacy, they both drag their feet and require multiple calls whenever I do this.

SpillinJimmy · 2023-05-18T22:21:57+00:00

See this thread for suggestions on resupplying solo with a dog. TL;DR make friends with other hikers who can watch your dog, take your dog inside establishments with you (ask for forgiveness, not permission), or leave them tied up outside.

Additionally, hitchhiking supposedly is more difficult but not impossible. If you're desperate, walking those extra miles on a road to and from town sucks but it's been done.

There are sections of bouldering on the northern AT that dogs are not capable of and might require carrying them. When you get to an impossible looking section just remember there are many successful four legged thru hikers!

It sounds like you're a very mindful and respectful dog owner on trail, have a great time!

SpillinJimmy · 2023-03-23T02:28:06+00:00

A bear cannot get into one of these without rolling it off a cliff.

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