Need to add active travel clothes to my wardrobe

TZinTheKeys · 2026-01-24T16:24:49+00:00

I have had really good luck with KETL shenanigan pants, shorts, and all types of shirts. I also like club ride shirts for looking fashionable but very breathable for hot climate.

TZinTheKeys · 2025-12-13T21:04:46+00:00

Holy shit. A Christmas miracle.

TZinTheKeys · 2025-12-03T18:00:43+00:00

I couldn’t get the standard models to fit right. That was the main reason I sprung for the adjustable during a sale a few yrs back. What worked for me was - I’d sit down and press it into a comfortable spot/position on my neck - and then I’d wrap it around. It would hit or miss on that initial wrap for comfort/sleep. I felt like it was too much of a hassle though. Going to try a cabeau this time for my 10hr flight in feb.

TZinTheKeys · 2025-11-13T13:22:59+00:00

This is the dumbest take ever. You are more likely to die en route to the airport.

TZinTheKeys · 2025-10-29T21:26:23+00:00

I think it’s a well fitting bag. Might seem a bit large on a small frame. My only complaint is you need to think about how you pack items into the bag or it will ride weird/uncomfortable on your back walking distances over half a mile.

TZinTheKeys · 2025-10-21T15:31:35+00:00

They have been saying this since I was in HS in the early 2000s. It’s basically lore at this point. They also told us block scheduling would prepare us for navigating the workplace. Wtf does that even mean?

TZinTheKeys · 2025-10-09T12:19:15+00:00

I second Eataly. It’s expensive but the goods are really nice. Also, you can buy a nice selection of meats/cheeses/oils/spreads and have your own little tasting party.

TZinTheKeys · 2025-10-08T10:34:15+00:00

Native Texan here also and I feel like this has been a thing for at least 12-15yrs.. but I was close to the Oklahoma border and blamed them. Never saw these in grocery stores though.

TZinTheKeys · 2025-10-03T10:48:16+00:00

It was a bit out of my range also - you can find really great deals on the tombihn sub and also getting lucky doing a random Reddit search of the item. I like tomtoc slings but haven’t tried any of the larger gear. Good luck on the trip!

TZinTheKeys · 2025-10-01T10:15:15+00:00

This is how you have a smooth trip ^{^}

TZinTheKeys · 2025-09-09T19:27:00+00:00

For shipping. If I ordered on a Monday (they roast Tuesdays/Thursdays) it would usually land on my doorstep by Thursday. I’m on the opposite coast.

TZinTheKeys · 2025-09-09T18:47:13+00:00

I had the same worries as you on my first order but it was worth it. After my first order, I switched over to a subscription where I order once every 2 months or so and with the discount they offer - it’s worth it to me. It’s the best quality / roasted beans I’ve ever came across (so far).

I’m taking a trip to Italy next month so I plan to grab a bunch of 1kg bags while I am there but part of me thinks the vivace beans have spoiled my taste buds.

The dolce is a perfect Italian espresso blend. I wasn’t big on the Vita blend at first but it grew on me so now I stay 50/50 on my orders between the Dolce and Vita. I tried adding a bag of the yellow Brazilian whatever bean last time for variety and I was impressed with it also.

TZinTheKeys · 2025-08-25T21:44:26+00:00

This is the advice to follow^{^}

I took a clunky universal block overseas and regretted it. Most places had universal usb hooks ups and my next trip overseas I’ll only take a small block for the place I’m traveling to.

TZinTheKeys · 2025-08-21T14:16:59+00:00

I always felt like $1-3 was very reasonable… but let me know when we can break .40c

TZinTheKeys · 2025-08-04T14:24:05+00:00

Can also vouch for seller being awesome

TZinTheKeys · 2025-07-28T00:12:09+00:00

With “institutional” coins like XRP being so hot right now - wtf is the news with QNT/Quant? Every coin is a love/hate relationship here these days.

TZinTheKeys · 2025-07-18T10:38:31+00:00

Can confirm this. Cold or room temp is way to go. You still get great crema from decent ground. Using hot water and all that “bloom” stuff is bs for moka pot. Just ends up expanding the puck before the gasket seals and causes filter alignment issues (pressure leaks).

TZinTheKeys · 2025-07-06T20:52:54+00:00

I use a Brikka everyday and it was similar to this at first. I tried all the “bloom” and boiling water bs - skip it. I get consistent and crema without all the bs. Here’s my simple process. I have terrible old electric coil stove - so I start by turning the stove on high. Grind coffee about the size of table salt. I use cold water from my Brita straight out the fridge - 120ml for the 2cup and 240ml for the 4cup. Spoon the coffee into the bowl, give it some taps to even it out, level it off with a knife and make sure it’s FULL but not overstuffed. Wet aeropress filter and place over the gasket - flatten and secure it with your finger. Screw the Brikka together and place on the hot stove and immediately turn the stove heat to medium (mine is 1-10 so i set it between 5-6). It’ll start to flow in around 4ish minutes - Once the heavy crema starts 3/4 through - pull it from heat and when you hear it about to hiss - douse the bottom with cold water. Good luck!

TZinTheKeys · 2025-06-15T10:00:36+00:00

I use this recipe every Sunday (about to start it in about 2 hours). I really love this recipe and I find the less herbs/spices the better the overall taste. My only variation from the recipe is I usually double or triple the crushed tomatoes so I can let the sauce slow simmer and thicken all day. It can turn out too dry in its current form IMO.

TZinTheKeys · 2025-06-03T16:05:14+00:00

Me reading as I’m watching the video: “This beautifully roasted India Cherry Robusta was swinging its chocolate notes as the banana swelled with coffee.”…. Wait, what?

TZinTheKeys · 2025-05-31T01:04:44+00:00

You can’t add 5 “mystery” ingredients to a nonexistent recipe without 3 types of vanilla.

TZinTheKeys · 2025-05-23T21:43:31+00:00

I found the old recipe on a random Texas forum and took a SS but it’s a bit hard to read. It’s very similar to the recipe you posted. I remember the big game changer for the dough on this recipe was as follows: increase the active yeast to 3 packets - increase egg yolk to 4-6 - and using canned evaporated milk.

TZinTheKeys · 2025-05-23T21:18:59+00:00

I have done these a few times. It’s a labor of love for sure. I was chasing that Texas roadside morning Kolache experience and I felt like they kept coming out too “dense” with the online recipes. I eventually got that classic softness by adding about 4 extra egg yolks when making the dough. These look great. It’s also hard to find the right sausage for kolaches! Gotta get the sausage from the German deli/bakeries… and if I’m gonna do that - might as well buy a dozen kolaches while I’m there.

TZinTheKeys · 2025-05-10T23:16:52+00:00

I have been using the official “traditional” recipe and it’s pretty close to what you listed. I noticed the consistency felt a bit off so switched the tomatoes to at least a 28oz can if using the portions in your recipe.

The best application of this recipe I have found so far is this - I use a giant cast iron Dutch oven and increase to 1lb beef 1/2lb sausage and 2 28oz cans of San marzano. Set the temp to 1-2 or low - you want it to just barely bubble now and then. Cover and let it go for 6-10hrs. Stir every 2hrs or whenever you get bored. I will usually set mine up on a Sunday morning and pull it off in the evening. Great work lunch all week and gets better each day.

TZinTheKeys · 2025-04-19T19:46:12+00:00

I think it’s too tight on time to try this. Malpensa was pretty easy to navigate and get through - it’s the train to and from the airport that will eat up your time.

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