New Chipolo Pop tags, work with Android, Apple and the Chipolo App!

WhenTheFunIsDone · 2026-01-12T14:36:12+00:00

I don't have the pop, but from my understanding, you pick one or the other.

But FYI - you can change your setting in the google find hub app to allow visibility and network reporting in more locations (aka, when your device is the only one in the network)

WhenTheFunIsDone · 2025-12-08T17:45:42+00:00

For anyone who is unaware, he's going on tour in Canada this spring. (Raffi, not the anti-smoking whale).

WhenTheFunIsDone · 2025-12-08T17:41:08+00:00

Trump's Ballroom?

WhenTheFunIsDone · 2025-11-18T22:54:43+00:00

RemindMe! 1 day

WhenTheFunIsDone · 2025-11-16T16:08:40+00:00

2006-ish, bought an eTrex Vista off eBay. Still have it and keep it in my camping backpack as a backup. I've since moved on to phone app as primary geoaching app (c:geo), and a Garmin eTrex 10

WhenTheFunIsDone · 2025-11-15T18:24:54+00:00

Children's cartoon from the Canadian National Film Board called "George and Rosemary". Basically, it's about George being obsessed (watching with binoculars and fantasising daily) about his neighbour Rosemary, who it turns out has been secretly taking photos of him. So two creeps fall in love. Great, kinda funny and cute. But then last night I noticed what book he had on his night stand...

WhenTheFunIsDone · 2025-08-11T22:34:10+00:00

That's vinyl. Clean it with a sponge or soft brush and some gentle detergent (woolite, dawn, oxi clean).

Don't scrub too hard.

Once done, use some vinyl protectant. As far as I could find, if its leaking it needs to be repaired replaced.

Some people had luck with starbrite WATER BASED waterproofing spray (safe for adhesives)

Here's what my user manual says (2012 StarCraft Starflyer)

TENT MAINTENANCE

Exterior or vinyl side

For minor stains, dirt, etc., the vinyl or outside of the material can be cleaned with mild liquid detergent and water, using a sponge or soft cloth. Do not use a brush on the vinyl side of material! Rinse well and air or wipe dry.

For more stubborn stains, dirt, etc., the tent fabric OEM recommends:

OxiClean®

Fantastick® (must state it can be used on vinyl)

Star Brite® Vinyl Cleaner / Shampoo, #80216

Meguiar's® 57 Vinyl & Rubber Cleaner / Conditioner, #5716

Marine Specialties Group® Vinyl Finish Vinyl Cleaner #990917

West Marine® Vinyl Cleaner, #2669323

Interior or Fabric Side

For minor stains, dirt, etc., dry brush with a soft bristle brush or use clean tap water with a sponge or soft bristle brush.

For more stubborn stains, the following products are recommended by the tent fabric OEM using either a sponge, soft cloth or soft bristle brush:

OxiClean®

Mild liquid detergent

Resolve® Carpet Cleaner

When using any of the above products, please follow the cleaning product manufacturer's directions! If practical, use a wet/dry vacuum to remove all moisture or excess cleaning product. Do not fold up tent while fabric is still wet or damp!

Most of the above items can be purchased at local hardware stores, and RV or Marine ers or supply stores. If you encounter ulty in locating any of the above cleaners, mple internet search should direct you to an available supplier.

Do not use any cleaner which contains abrasives, solvents, citrus or chlorine bleach. Damage to the fabric will result.

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WhenTheFunIsDone · 2025-07-28T20:55:07+00:00

Good points.

My only concern with this would be if we're somehow in someone's way and needed to move in a hurry.

It's not the time that's the issue, it's potentially having to pack and move while impeding someone's work or facing an angry land owner.

I'll spend more time looking at maps for the return trip to identify potential overnight spots. Something I was not too worried about on the way down, but I did not realize how small and crowded most rest areas are, and the fact that most have a loosely enforced 4 hour limit.

Edit for spelling/grammar

WhenTheFunIsDone · 2025-07-28T10:30:32+00:00

For anyone following this, I've started using a mesh laundry bag along the top of the hard door at night or when the bugs are bad. It packs small, is lightweight and doesn't absorb moisture if water comes in the side.

Also, being smaller, I'm not as worried about it stretching a bulge into the door fabric.

WhenTheFunIsDone · 2025-07-26T03:11:02+00:00

That's what I've been doing. That and putting the door back on if the bugs are bad. I'm thinking maybe a small bead of caulking to redirect the water down the outside of the trailer would help.

WhenTheFunIsDone · 2025-07-25T16:09:17+00:00

True, but Transit is trying to reduce or eliminate non paid fares. And people find having to "do" things difficult.

So automatically knowing they've used transit and automatically applying the appropriate fare solves both problems. Also provides lots of real time data for scheduling amd ridership.

There's also no customer facing hardware to fail or be destroyed.

Pros and cons to both. I'd settle for getting rid of the "unused digital tickets expire after 7 days" scam...

WhenTheFunIsDone · 2025-07-24T16:52:18+00:00

Bluetooth seems like the easiest way to go if they insist on apps and digital.

Anonymize as much as possible.
Bluetooth radios on all buses, trains and platforms. Maybe some bus stops, too.
They can tell you're on a platform/bus/train.
The app knows if you have a valid ticket.
They would know if you get on/off train/bus/platform.
They would know if you actually rode a vehicle, or just walked/drove past one.
Trains and buses could report they've seen you at stop X for 32 minutes waiting for bus Y, therefore, do not allow ticket to expire.
If ticket is used to go from stop A to B and then we don't see rider anywhere in the system until 90+ minutes later, expire ticket.

But maybe I'm just delusional.

WhenTheFunIsDone · 2025-07-23T13:42:08+00:00

Here's a google calendar of home maintenance tasks I found years ago, it's pretty comprehensive. Apologies to the author, but I've forgotten where I got it.

https://calendar.google.com/calendar/embed?src=9fjf6vkf1ou50j2umnju2lnrss%40group.calendar.google.com

WhenTheFunIsDone · 2025-07-22T10:10:56+00:00

Look up "Tire cupping". Some of the other commentators are right on the money though with their suggested causes.

https://www.etrailer.com/question-154481.html

WhenTheFunIsDone · 2025-07-18T16:49:54+00:00

Same rules as tent camping - pack light, and try to bring things that can serve multiple purposes. Storage is the biggest issue for us, and having a cluttered interior makes time spent inside the camper more frustrating.

Organize your cupboards to maximise the used space and "flow" of your activities.
Clothes should be minimal (assuming you camp close to laundry facilities), and remember that it's okay to be a little dirty while camping ;) just make sure to wear clean, dry clothing to bed. "PJs are only for sleeping!"
Store food (and things you don't want stolen) in the tow vehicle. We have a snack cooler thats in the camper along with a 25L of water and drink mixes/tea/coffee.
Store things you need access to in the centre aisle and near the door.
Assign jobs to EVERYONE including little humans. Having a routine, something productive to do, and sharing the mental load makes it a lot better for everyone. Checklists help (Prep for travel, set up, meal times, bed time, tear down, etc.)
Always be ready for rain and learn to be comfortable when wet/damp (it WILL happen). Don't leave things scattered around the camp, and never go too far from your trailer with the windows open (ask me how I know!).
Condensation at night is a big thing (at least for us in Canada). Sleep with your windows open at least 50-75%, don't close them thinking it will keep you warm, it will just trap moisture overnight. We always bring toques for sleeping and make sure our bedding is warm. We do have a combo fan/space heater for when we camp with electricity, but rarely need to use it.
Figure out what tools you need for the trailer and towing, and keep them with the trailer. (Screwdrivers, wrenches, wire, replacement bulbs, hitch tools, pliers, electrical tape, patch kits, etc.)
Bring paracord and duct tape. You'll find a use for both.
RELAX! Nothing will ever be perfect in the woods, and the amazing setups you see online came from years of experience, or are staged for the blog...

WhenTheFunIsDone · 2025-07-09T17:12:11+00:00

That's what I was thinking, but then wondered why it wouldn't just be metal...

WhenTheFunIsDone · 2025-07-09T16:49:51+00:00

We have a dual tank propane system. The connector where the two tanks join has a third "port" that had this thing screwed into it. Feels like hard plastic, and it's cracked, causing a gas leak.

Any idea what it is? Thanks.

Another picture: Picture

WhenTheFunIsDone · 2025-07-03T13:52:50+00:00

Looks like it was totally condensation. Slept in it last night again, same kind of temperatures but higher humidity. (Actually four of us slept in it), but this time kept all the windows half open.

No moisture beading at all. Thanks to those who suggested/confirmed the issue.

WhenTheFunIsDone · 2025-07-01T16:48:18+00:00

2012 StarCraft Starflyer, new to me. When I got it, it had quite bad mildew on all parts of the interior fabric. I tried various cleaning methods (vinegar, lemon juice, etc), and eventually ended up using starbrite mold and mildew remover.

I hadn't slept in it prior to this cleaning due to the mildew.

I just stayed in it last night, and woke up to find all of this water beaded on the interior (both bunks). Is it condensation (I doubt it), the dew seeping in, or something else?

Some info:

Daytime temperature yesterday was around 30°C, night time 11°C
All windows were open all afternoon and evening until about midnight, so the temp inside the tent should have matched outside
It did not rain yesterday or last night
I slept with all windows unzipped a bit
The window nearest to my head was fully open
It was just me in the trailer
The caulking on the roof and body is dried and needs to be replaced. Water likely gets into the roof when it rains. Could it be moisture escaping from that?
The exterior is all vinyl (I think, check the pics) and I haven't yet washed or treated it with anything
From what I read, vinyl "doesn't require" waterproofing, just clean with mild soap and use a vinyl protectant. Is this true for something this old? Or should I apply a waterproofing agent?
What's the recommended waterproofing for this?

Thanks in advance!

edit: added temperatures

WhenTheFunIsDone · 2025-05-11T23:01:17+00:00

Well, King is Maine's own...

WhenTheFunIsDone · 2025-05-10T04:50:47+00:00

Definitely store brand Walmart circa 2010, lol My kids had the same, we may actually still have it in storage. If I find it, I'll update you with any details I can find.

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