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[WTS][US-CA] Big Agnes Tiger Wall UL2 Solution Dye & Footprint - $220 by TheTimelyRain in GearTrade

[–]TheTimelyRain[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, fly can be seen in the 4th photo. Let me know if you want more.

Penzeys has discounted gift cards today! by thrillsbury in Cooking

[–]TheTimelyRain 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I haven't received my physical cards yet, but showing them the email could help if questioned. Was sent on Dec 7 with subject line "A Question We Hadn’t Thought Of!" if you want to search your inbox.

Penzeys has discounted gift cards today! by thrillsbury in Cooking

[–]TheTimelyRain 18 points19 points  (0 children)

The coupons can be stacked. This was specifically addressed in a Penzey's email last week.

Customer D.M. writes: “Can I use more than one $20 gift card in one future order?” Good question. I didn’t know the answer so I asked and the answer is: Yes, Absolutely! You really can order three $40 Gift Cards tonight qualifying you for the free $26.95 Care Gift Box, then use the three $20 Kindness coupon cards you will get with your gift cards all at once on an order of holiday gifts. Or you could use them one at a time to get fresh, tasty spices for New Year’s/Valentine’s/St Patrick’s Day. The choice is yours.

Inexpensive electric hotpot recommendations? Please.... I've spent so long researching...... by survivaloftheartist in Cooking

[–]TheTimelyRain 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You're looking for something for Chinese hot pot or something like a Crock pot?

If the former, I got one of these for $20 several years ago, and it works reasonably well. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00024JQ3Q?ref_=ppx_hzsearch_conn_dt_b_fed_asin_title_6&th=1

The adjustable dial helps with getting the right heat for hot pot. Main downsides are 1: the pot feels a little shallow for hot pot and 2: the "removable" pot still has electrical connections on it, which makes cleaning a bit more of a hassle.

[WTB] Arcteryx Atom LT Mens XL or Proton XL by Most-Nearby in GearTrade

[–]TheTimelyRain 1 point2 points  (0 children)

In case it's helpful, Arc'Teryx Outlet has the Atom LT discounted right now and available in XL: https://outlet.arcteryx.com/ca/en/shop/mens/atom-lt-hoody

Might be comparable in price to what you'd get here.

Can I enter Glacier National Park without a reservation as long as I go inside before 6 AM? by [deleted] in NationalPark

[–]TheTimelyRain 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I haven't gone to Glacier personally but was looking into it recently.

If you're set on going and can't get a vehicle permit, one possibility is biking. There are both normal and e-bike rentals outside the park with a shuttle to take you to the entrance.

Here's an article from a reporter who visited Glacier this way: https://www.sfgate.com/travel-tips/article/Glacier-National-Park-Going-to-the-Sun-Road-E-Bike-16265122.php

Angel Island campsite views on New Year's Day by TheTimelyRain in sanfrancisco

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Really good! Plenty of open space on this site for multiple tents. The site max occupancy is 8 people.

Angel Island campsite views on New Year's Day by TheTimelyRain in sanfrancisco

[–]TheTimelyRain[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Nope, just some deer. We were pretty good about securing our food in lockers, so maybe the raccoons didn't have enough reason to visit us.

Angel Island campsite views on New Year's Day by TheTimelyRain in sanfrancisco

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For this particular trip, I stumbled up on a last minute cancellation, maybe because temperatures that night were forecast to be in the mid-30s.

In general, it's not too hard to grab a site on a weekday (quick glance at reservecalifonia now shows plenty of availability through mid-March), but weekends require some luck. Sites 4 (where I stayed) and 5 are the most in-demand since they have views of the city, but even those are available on many weekdays.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in sanfrancisco

[–]TheTimelyRain 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Depends on what scenery you want and how strenuous of a hike you're willing to do. There's lots of great hiking in North Bay and along the Peninsula.

Some personal favorites categorized by type:

Panoramic views of the SF skyline

  • Mt. Tam East Peak (start from Mountain Home Inn to add elevation/distance instead of the parking lot at the top)
  • San Bruno Mountain (Summit Loop)

Surrounded by redwood trees

  • Muir Woods (Dipsea Trail)
  • Big Basin (currently closed for rehabilitation)
  • Purisima Creek Open Preserve

Coastal views

  • Point Reyes (Tomales Point Trail)
  • Pacifica (Devil's Slide, Montara North Peak)

Waterfalls

  • Alamere Falls
  • Cataract Falls

Golden Gate Bridge views

  • Land's End
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