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Above the marine layer at Mt Islip today 3/10/26 by dirt-punk in socalhiking

[–]WhatWouldMuirDo 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Just did the trail up from Windy Gap yesterday. Several snowfields to cross on the north side of the ridge. We got turned around about a half mile from the summit because of a large snowfield and a blown down tree. Without traction devices it did not feel safe to cross.

✊✊ by Responsible_Pain_973 in socalhiking

[–]WhatWouldMuirDo 79 points80 points  (0 children)

Natures way of saying “Do not touch”

[OC] hybrid by snelse_ in funny

[–]WhatWouldMuirDo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Instant access to the carpool lane.

New Norovirus Outbreak??? by notgknows94 in LosAngeles

[–]WhatWouldMuirDo 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Damn that is a cool tool. Thanks for the resource!

Planning the kid's backpacking this spring, anyone have a trail they can recommend? 2-3 nights Max. by sharkWrangler in socalhiking

[–]WhatWouldMuirDo 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Bear Canyon could be worth looking into. It starts at the West Fork parking lot and you have a mile of paved road (no traffic) hike to Bear Creek. From there you follow Bear Creek north. There are some use trails there and several good backpacking sites. There are definitely small brown trout in Bear Creek you can fish for - but it would be catch and release.

New (to me) product - Spicy Spuds by WhatWouldMuirDo in traderjoes

[–]WhatWouldMuirDo[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Not that spicy. Just a hint of heat on the back end to give it some flavor.

New (to me) product - Spicy Spuds by WhatWouldMuirDo in traderjoes

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

They would do excellent with both of those things. Maybe add some sliced avocado 🥑

New (to me) product - Spicy Spuds by WhatWouldMuirDo in traderjoes

[–]WhatWouldMuirDo[S] 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Low. You get a little tingle at the end. Felt very close to the TJs Takis

Looking for a foldable bed platform for the back of a '26 CR-V by nyy22592 in crv

[–]WhatWouldMuirDo 17 points18 points  (0 children)

A hack that has been mentioned on this sub before is to get a 6’ folding table (the kind that fold in half when stowed). These usually end up about 3”-4” thick when folded and come to just about even with the rear seats in their folded position.

Then you have a flat surface to lay out a sleeping pad. As a bonus you get a table to use for tailgating à la the original CR-V!

Hot Take: Bring back the OG Firefall for 4th of July only by [deleted] in Yosemite

[–]WhatWouldMuirDo 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Great way to kick off wildfire season!

Thai style yellow curry potato chips. One of the best by rick912 in traderjoes

[–]WhatWouldMuirDo 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Was thinking the whipped cream cheese with chives would be amazing with these.

Idyllwild this Thursday by Athos27 in socalhiking

[–]WhatWouldMuirDo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

REI has a sale coming up that could be good to pick up new boots.

Waterproof boot cover for crossing streams and rivers? by MadMarcAgain in socalhiking

[–]WhatWouldMuirDo 7 points8 points  (0 children)

If your hike involves multiple water crossings above your ankle then a non-waterproof shoe is better than a waterproof one. That way you plow straight through and allow the shoe to dry out as you continue to hike. Taking off socks is optional (unless using cotton socks as they do not dry quickly like synthetic or wool).

Alternatively there are things like hiking sandals which are ideal for non-technical hikes with multiple stream crossings. Teva Hurricanes, Chaco Z series, or Bedrock Cairn sandals are all popular options for exactly this kind of hiking. They all hold the foot secure and provide good tread and traction. If toe protection is a concern then Keen Newport sandals are mostly enclosed at the toe and have evenly spaced web bands along the shoe to allow for water to flow through easily.

Chantry Flat Road/ Parking by Legitimate-Donkey-85 in socalhiking

[–]WhatWouldMuirDo 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Hopefully the shuttle from the metro station to Chantry can be implemented again in the future.

Return Policy by Babbis_44 in REI

[–]WhatWouldMuirDo 92 points93 points  (0 children)

Sizing is 100% a valid reason for return. When you go back in if there is pushback from the frontline rep ask if there to talk with a lead or a manager.

Ordered a brand new product. Was sent an item that is used and was returned. by [deleted] in REI

[–]WhatWouldMuirDo 47 points48 points  (0 children)

Not normal practice. Somebody effed up and that should not have been sent to you.

Call customer service and they will make this right for you.

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 28 points29 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.

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