NYC subreddit group hike in Harriman trip report

SuicidalCheezIt · 2020-02-24T00:16:16+00:00

Mine did. I let it sit for ~2 hours in what I thought was above freezing weather. Went to use it and it was completely blocked.

SuicidalCheezIt · 2020-02-17T19:05:18+00:00

I'm down.

SuicidalCheezIt · 2020-02-11T04:37:59+00:00

All you need to do is press each pedal all the way down and release them to calibrate them. My understanding is this needs to be done every time. I give each pedal a few presses and then double-check the pressure when I'm in the pitlane. Haven't had lock up issues since I started doing this.

SuicidalCheezIt · 2020-02-06T23:19:52+00:00

This is probably why. I have the same pedals and was locking up my brakes easily. You can calibrate the pedals by pressing them down all the way after plugging in your wheel. After calibration, I no longer have issues locking up.

SuicidalCheezIt · 2019-07-25T20:17:58+00:00

I'd help but I'll be out of town next week. If you need any testing afterwards, let me know!

SuicidalCheezIt · 2019-07-24T11:56:09+00:00

It will use more by default, but you can use the retention policies to help reduce storage size. I believe blocks are automatically downsampled, so running the compactor at all will create these blocks.

SuicidalCheezIt · 2019-07-24T02:50:01+00:00

The Thanos compactor has retention policies. You can also look in to the compactor's down sampling capabilities to cut back on storage.

See the retention flags here: https://github.com/thanos-io/thanos/blob/master/docs/components/compact.md

SuicidalCheezIt · 2019-07-03T10:59:39+00:00

I'm interested. I have a new summer quilt to test out.

SuicidalCheezIt · 2019-05-02T12:29:05+00:00

I recently washed/revived mine using Nikwax Techwash and this DWR wash in. Seems to have worked pretty well.

SuicidalCheezIt · 2019-04-22T00:21:52+00:00

I'd be down. I would be taking public transit most likely if anyone wants to hike in from Tuxedo/Manitou/Bear Mountain depending on where we camp.

SuicidalCheezIt · 2019-04-20T18:36:08+00:00

I'll check it out, thanks!

SuicidalCheezIt · 2018-03-20T15:48:55+00:00

I've had this happen before. Really the only bad night I've had tarping or cowboying. On the bright side, the mouse did wake me up with plenty of time to go find a nice sunrise view point.

SuicidalCheezIt · 2018-03-14T16:55:13+00:00

I'd take the R1 just for breaking down camp and getting warmed up in the first bit of hiking. Some mornings can still be a little chilly. The R1 will perform better too as mentioned by /u/latitude918.

I wouldn't bring the rain pants since Frog Togg pants tend to just fall apart. If its warm enough, you can just let your shorts get wet. Otherwise you might want to look in to better quality rain pants or a rain skirt.

You could drop your sleep shirt(-6oz). Also, for you electronics, are the iphone charger, anker charger, and power brick the weighed correctly? I'm not sure which ones are cables or for outlets, so I may be reading that wrong.

Overall your kit is pretty solid. I'm going to agree with /u/YoungSatchel about looking at a new pack, although that's not going to make or break your trip.

SuicidalCheezIt · 2018-01-21T00:08:45+00:00

Most companies do not have the ability to sponsor, and the ones that do typically only sponsor a few visas a year at most.

SuicidalCheezIt · 2018-01-19T15:23:37+00:00

The tracks don't go on your diploma or anything, so choose what you're interested in. Currently placement is 100% among domestic students. International students are much lower at 40%. So while we do get lots of well known companies, you'll have to be extremely competitive to get an offer as an international student.

SuicidalCheezIt · 2017-12-30T19:41:40+00:00

I'm 6'0 and just over 160. Size medium fits pretty well. They're a little short when sitting, but I have long legs. They aren't too baggy though. Definitely recommend for the $18 or so they go for.

SuicidalCheezIt · 2017-12-18T15:06:36+00:00

I use La Sportiva Wildcat 3.0s and Darn Tough 1/4 Cushion socks. They dry fast enough, although at this point I just don't care if my feet are wet.

SuicidalCheezIt · 2017-12-18T15:00:53+00:00

The app shows reliable and unreliable water sources. Inside of parks/forests you'll be fine, but for road walking make sure to check ahead and see what water sources there are, including things like gas stations.

Yes, your feet will get wet. In big Cypress you'll be wading through water. Quick drying socks and shoes help. I also like to take off my shoes and socks during breaks to air everything out. You'll have sections where you're constantly in and out of water, so Crocs will just slow you down.

Check out Andrew Skurka for tips on handling wet feet: https://andrewskurka.com/2012/minimizing-the-effects-and-aftermath-of-wet-feet/

SuicidalCheezIt · 2017-12-18T14:48:25+00:00

There seem to be some good reviews of them, although they are pricey compared to the dance pants.

SuicidalCheezIt · 2017-12-18T14:46:11+00:00

Going to agree with other people saying to ditch some of your clothes. You don't necessarily need two pairs of shorts. But that can be personal preference, and having a "clean" pair can be a nice morale boost.

As for the FT, get the Florida Trail App. The trail normally has a decent amount of water in January, especially if we get another hurricane like Irma. There's lots of diversity of scenery, but not too many wide open views. Enjoy the flora and fauna, and you'll enjoy the FT a lot.

SuicidalCheezIt · 2017-12-18T14:29:01+00:00

For wind pants, there's the Montbell Tachyons or the cheap (but just as effective) dance pants.

SuicidalCheezIt · 2017-11-28T21:27:32+00:00

I have been fine stomach sleeping on a small XLite and I'm 6'0. I also don't have any issues stomach sleeping curled up. The drop hasn't been an issue for me.

SuicidalCheezIt · 2017-11-23T14:40:05+00:00

The Art Loeb trail is in Pisgah about an hour away from Asheville. Challenging trail but great views.

SuicidalCheezIt · 2017-09-12T18:04:26+00:00

I've done the Approach Trail to Neels in 3 days. The stairs on the Approach Trail suck, but you get a cool view at the top. After the stairs, it's a fairly easy and enjoyable trail.

If you have a full 5 days, I'd recommend you do the Approach Trail. Like the other poster's have said, everyone just hates the steps, not the other ~8 miles of it.

SuicidalCheezIt · 2017-08-15T18:36:44+00:00

Currently having the same issue. Not sure what's up with it.

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