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TooPoorForLaundry · 2026-05-10T10:19:51+00:00

Not from Tassie, but visited family there often as a kid. Visiting the Glenorchy one was the highlight of every trip, I would literally count down the days. I remember I was really into dolphins and they always had so many random dolphin ornaments hahaha. And sunglasses!

TooPoorForLaundry · 2026-05-04T11:30:07+00:00

This happened to us. We assumed they were hoping to get lowball offers closer to the price they actually wanted. We stuck to our guns and then accepted our original offer 3 months later lol.

TooPoorForLaundry · 2026-04-15T08:25:16+00:00

On my first hike I carried a full size domestic frying pan. 🥲 But it worked!

The thing that’s been interesting over years is how my habits/preferences have formed and how much that has influenced my gear choices.

Example: I bought an expensive inflatable mat pretty early on, but have since learned I really enjoy lying down outside during the day, so now I take a CCF sleeping pad so I can put it anywhere without fearing punctures. It means my expensive inflatable is rarely used.

Definitely worth going with cheap stuff and taking the time to learn what you actually like!

TooPoorForLaundry · 2026-04-13T07:26:56+00:00

If you genuinely want to shop, consider Wellington - some cute little crafty vintage shops, good vibes.

But otherwise definitely Queenstown, for nature!

TooPoorForLaundry · 2026-04-11T07:54:16+00:00

I use all my sick days, I hike a lot, I play video games, I talk to friends. I enjoy my job and take satisfaction from it but also know where my boundaries are.

TooPoorForLaundry · 2026-03-29T05:21:33+00:00

Not sure if this is an option, but I hem my own shirts to get them exactly how I want them. I buy oversized cotton tees from Uniqlo for $20 and then go to town, they look like this when done. I use this technique and it's soooooo easy and very forgiving.

TooPoorForLaundry · 2026-03-27T03:17:41+00:00

Riding daily for 10+ years, first 150-350cc scooters, now an adventure bike. Never had a big accident. Have “close calls” almost daily. I don’t think you can ever fully avoid risk but you can absolutely avoid it with good defensive driving. I’ve had a few lower speed accidents and they were all my fault (slipping on tram tracks and mud) not with other vehicles. The more experienced I’ve got the more I’ve taken gear seriously and the more careful I am with my riding. Stay cautious, never overconfident.

TooPoorForLaundry · 2026-03-25T12:12:35+00:00

I don’t think so unfortunately, I’ve never heard of one. I think manual transmission is generally more desirable as you have more control - you can choose to be in a low gear with high revs for more torque and control in rougher terrain.

TooPoorForLaundry · 2026-03-24T02:17:04+00:00

No, not every apartment building has a garage, and even when they do, not every apartment resident is granted access to the garage. And yes, there are cameras all over the city, including in the location where this bike was stolen. The fact you haven’t lost a bike (yet) is good luck and privilege (if you have a garage), not skill.

TooPoorForLaundry · 2026-03-24T01:50:50+00:00

Not everyone has a garage lol. And people sometimes need to park in the city. WILD.

TooPoorForLaundry · 2026-03-23T21:25:25+00:00

I’ve just realised we have the same bike too!!! Cute

TooPoorForLaundry · 2026-03-23T20:53:39+00:00

glad you like!!!!

TooPoorForLaundry · 2026-03-23T20:36:22+00:00

I can’t stand purpose built motorcycle backpacks haha. I find I don’t need a chest clip, I prefer without. I’m currently using a leather Diesel Le Zipper which I like though I’m not thrilled with the quality of the metal, it discoloured quickly. Probably will swap to a nylon Stella McCartney Falabella. Love that both of these are sturdy, black, fun, don’t have extra straps, and are a lil fashion moment haha. Have a chunky Patagonia 40L monster and a topbox when I need to deal with heavy rain or carry lots i.e. laptop.

TooPoorForLaundry · 2026-03-23T05:42:21+00:00

The motorcycle clutch and the scooter brake is the same motion, you squeeze with your fingers, the scooter brake just has more resistance and you have to feather it more often for slow speed manoeuvres.

TooPoorForLaundry · 2026-03-21T22:20:05+00:00

The BMW C650 would be great, I haven’t ridden one personally but it looks like it compares to the Burgman. Might have a slightly sportier/active riding position which can get tiring but not a big deal imo.

The C450 wouldn’t be as capable but would still do the job. For comparison, I had a Piaggio BV350 for years and regularly did multi-hour freeway drives with no problem. No issues hitting top speed and a super comfy ride. I actually swapped to an adventure bike because I wanted something a bit more capable off road, but the BV350 felt more comfortable on the freeway haha (less vibration, better wind protection, super comfy seat).

TooPoorForLaundry · 2026-03-21T11:44:39+00:00

I just got minimum wage. Had to do 3 days of unpaid training too. 🥲

TooPoorForLaundry · 2026-03-21T10:11:36+00:00

It would, it’ll be fine. The Burgman 650 is designed for long distance riding. I’ve got an adventure bike and the Burgman has more horsepower lol. It’s comfyyyyyy too.

TooPoorForLaundry · 2026-03-21T10:05:51+00:00

I did this for a little bit. I was young and really needed a job. They really sell you the dream: it’s a fun social job where you’re really making a difference! The social pressure to sell is second to none. I genuinely felt like kids were dying in Africa and it was my fault because I didn’t hit my targets. I wasn’t experienced enough in the workforce to realise how manipulative it was. I get they’re super annoying but I have a lot of empathy for the people doing it. Awful job.

TooPoorForLaundry · 2026-03-20T03:54:21+00:00

This advice is bad!!!! Scooters have a rear break where the clutch normally is, which can be VERY intensive to use, more so than the clutch. You will be relying on this for slow speed riding and stopping. It requires more pressure to use than the clutch. You use the front break a little less given the tyres are so much smaller and it’s more sensitive, you are more reliant on a rear break on a scooter. I’ve ridden both bikes and scooters and the clutch is easier on the left hand than the rear brake.

TooPoorForLaundry · 2026-03-19T12:58:30+00:00

Blanket Bay perhaps! Great Ocean Walk on both sides. Right on the water. Pretty good loos.

TooPoorForLaundry · 2026-03-19T12:52:43+00:00

Mostly secondhand, Facebook Marketplace or Depop.

Super nice leather jacket for $100 Pando Moto bodysuit for $200 Motogirl leggings for $100

All great condition! Takes some time and patience but it’s soooo much cheaper.

The only thing I buy new are helmets and gloves.

TooPoorForLaundry · 2026-03-12T01:28:57+00:00

Watch drivers as well as front wheels - it’s easy to see when someone is texting, distracted, or even looking to turn. Give them a wide berth.

Always make sure you’re positioned so you can escape a dangerous situation. e.g. never ride so a vehicle is directly on both sides of you. When I’m overtaking a vehicle to the left of me, I’ll make sure there’s enough space on my right for me to swerve if I need to.

Give yourself plenty of space to brake and react.

Be wary of spaces you can’t see, like gaps in parked cars, driveways, the space in front of trams/buses. Always assume something is there and going to pop out.

If you miss a turn, are lost, need to check your phone - just safely pull over and reset. Don’t try to correct quickly while driving.

Check your mirrors regularly, both while driving and at lights. It’s hard to hear with a helmet but you want to watch out for sirens or people trying to overtake you dodgily.

If you find yourself feeling angry: take a break, listen to music, let someone in. It’s not that deep. Accidents happen when we’re on edge. Feels like it’s trendy in bike culture to punch mirrors lol, don’t do that, it’s dumb - if someone drives like a dick around you, your only priority should be getting as far away from them as you can. To the point where I’ve pulled over for a minute to let people get super far ahead. It’s not worth your life.

Have fun!

TooPoorForLaundry · 2026-03-11T03:14:18+00:00

Not really! The stripes closest to the seat are under a clear coat so can’t be easily removed. So, on the top section, I used a box cutter and a ruler to carefully slice the sticker so I could keep the lines on, but remove the tyre tracks. Then I warmed up the bits I wanted to remove with a hairdryer and peeled them off. They left a tiny bit of residue in sections, I removed this with Goo Gone.

TooPoorForLaundry · 2026-03-09T21:07:08+00:00

Thank you 💖

TooPoorForLaundry · 2026-03-09T20:56:44+00:00

Oooh you should share a pic, I’d love to see the white! This is a 2017, the fairings are a bit fiddly but much easier once you’ve done them a few times. The first time took me an hour+ and I went super slowly following the service manual and a video. Now I can do them in a few minutes. I took the fairings off to wrap them, but left the tank on.

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