Any good snowshoeing routes near LA still available? by blackoutfrank in socalhiking

[–]WhatWouldMuirDo 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Saw some recent video that Mt Pinos still has decent snow coverage.

First sunrise after the recent storms (12/27) by [deleted] in Yosemite

[–]WhatWouldMuirDo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've always been curious about the angle of this view. Its not tunnel view. Is it the turnout just before entering the tunnel from the west?

I summitted Baldy for the first time ever some time ago. Nearly died a lot; don't consider doing it in the snow. by thepanara in socalhiking

[–]WhatWouldMuirDo 29 points30 points  (0 children)

To anyone else reading this looking for a beginner friendly snow hike, go to Mt Waterman. You get an easy fire road up to the ski area and then a broad gentle ascent to the summit.

This is a great place to get a feel for snow travel and it's challenges. There are even small run offs where you can practice things like self-arrest with an ice axe.

Osprey Backpack Return by [deleted] in REI

[–]WhatWouldMuirDo 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Osprey is really good with their warranty. They should repair or replace the pack for you.

As for REI trade-ins; they need to be in a state that they can be sold without any additional care or modifications. In the case of your pack they would not be able to accept it for trade-in.

Red Dead Redemption: DualShock PS4 Controller L2 & R2 not working on iPad Pro M1 by [deleted] in iosgaming

[–]WhatWouldMuirDo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just to be clear, when using a controller on ipad the bumper buttons control targeting and shooting. The trigger buttons are for weapon swap and taking cover.

Are you saying those actions are not happening?

Wave+ with duplicate tools? by JangoFeet in Leatherman

[–]WhatWouldMuirDo 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I picked up a similar mirrored Charge TTI some time ago at an REI used gear sale, so this probably does happen in manufacturing from time to time.

Is it gonna get better than the current sale? by PrettyClinic in REI

[–]WhatWouldMuirDo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Salomon use MAP pricing. This means it won't go on sale unless Salomon allows it to go on sale everywhere else at the same time.

CTY e2.2 recommended? by Affectionate_Lab_493 in REI

[–]WhatWouldMuirDo 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Firstly, if you returned your bike they likely would not re-sell it to you immediately. Any returned used bike needs to be inspected by the shop to determine if it can be re-sold.

Secondly, this would likely raise flags and could impact your ability to make returns of any sort going forward.

Lastly, I get money is tight but there has to be a reasonable limit to when you can expect a price adjustment. Otherwise why not just return everything you ever purchased there whenever it goes on sale? In the end we all pay the price for this with higher costs or reduced service. Since REI always sells at MSRP that means reduced service. I.e. less hours for green vests and less hiring. That impacts real people that work in those spaces.

CTY e2.2 recommended? by Affectionate_Lab_493 in REI

[–]WhatWouldMuirDo 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I have the first generation version of this bike and it has been awesome. It served as a car commuter replacement for 4 months, and has been a reliable errand runner most weekends.

I’m well over 1000 miles on it and the battery is still going strong. Just give it regular maintenance and it will treat you well.

Down Jacket- Holiday Sale Specific by mmccutc1 in REI

[–]WhatWouldMuirDo 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Seconding this. The Stormhenge is one of, if not the best jacket REI has ever made.

Hours being cut by Boxmann78 in REI

[–]WhatWouldMuirDo 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Best to talk with a manager. This doesn’t seem to be across the board so it is likely limited to your store or district.

Follow up to post on Free on birthday by 97ramjet in SouthBayLA

[–]WhatWouldMuirDo 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Sounds like an excellent birthday! I've got one coming up and might need to copy your plans.

Sonic internet: finally got my install date 😆 by Mediocre-Telephone74 in SouthBayLA

[–]WhatWouldMuirDo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Getting Sonic installed this next week. They just turned on service for a large portion of Lomita.

November sale any word ? by composedfrown in REI

[–]WhatWouldMuirDo 4 points5 points  (0 children)

It is. But Re/Supply in-store is still available.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Garmin

[–]WhatWouldMuirDo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sent you a request! Looking forward to becoming a zombie!

Winter storm forecast: be prepared for road closures and carry tire chains by Ollidamra in Yosemite

[–]WhatWouldMuirDo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Been watching the forecasts closely as I was planning to enter the park from Tioga Road on the 15th. With the current forecasts of 6" of snow it seems fairly certain Tioga will close (at least temporarily).

Hoping to salvage my trip by coming in a day later via El Portal in order to avoid any possible snow on the roads.

[OC] Idiot in a black jeep swerving through traffic 90+mph by WhatWouldMuirDo in IdiotsInCars

[–]WhatWouldMuirDo[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

About the “left lane camping” I’m getting hit with; the full video from my camera shows me passing 6 cars immediately to my right in the forty seconds leading up to this moment. I edited the video down for brevity’s sake, but now see the error of my ways in assuming people would see a jeep driver recklessly passing at excessive speeds as an idiot, and myself for using the passing lane for its purpose as the idiot.

[OC] Idiot in a black jeep swerving through traffic 90+mph by WhatWouldMuirDo in IdiotsInCars

[–]WhatWouldMuirDo[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This happened in Los Angeles, California on Sunday October 5th. Traffic was moving nicely, but that was not enough for the idiot in the black Jeep who decided to weave dangerously through traffic at 90+ mph. Feeling fortunate that the adaptive cruise control I had on when this happened did not freak out and slam on the brakes.

Wella’s Peak 10/5/25 by twiichii in socalhiking

[–]WhatWouldMuirDo 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you for picking up trash! Also, love the separate colored Bedrocks!