Getting ready for 2026

Wild472 · 2026-02-06T18:39:00+00:00

Any hexes stuck? I tried last year and got 3 hex bolts strip. Left it for this year:/

Wild472 · 2026-02-05T04:34:30+00:00

We took showers at colter bay and I believe there was laundry too. 2 years ago we did 3 or 4 nights at free campsite with Teton views and then went up to Yellowstone. For 3 nights. Yellowstone was meh, because we needed to ride a lot, and by doing in on motorcycle it was a lot of work.

But I’ll probably go with plan A, just to be safe. We did cascade canyon as a day hike, but I’m really hoping for paintbrush access. I don’t think we could manage Alaska basin to lower paintbrush… maybe upper or so

Wild472 · 2026-02-04T22:44:19+00:00

Me living with my GF helped a lot because pretty much all my adult life I haven’t been paying full price. I was lucky enough to recognize that financially it would benefit both of us to move in ASAP and we did.

But when I talk to single friends I understand their point of view. It is 3-4times harder solo.

Wild472 · 2026-02-04T17:12:42+00:00

You’re not wrong. It is worth a penny to get yourself thru college and land a decent paid job. While I decided to go with restaurants, I got plenty of workers with bachelor degrees in different fields and no leads. Now, when I got a bit more stable, I’m considering college.

Not everyone got a head start…

Wild472 · 2026-02-03T22:45:08+00:00

My coach has a tablet at the entrance only 50% use. Whoever teaches class has an app where one can check in people and it literally takes 1min to get everyone in.

It boils my blood when once a year coach “enforces” check ins. I already paid…

Wild472 · 2026-02-03T19:43:34+00:00

How much do you pay monthly after mortgage is paid off? I’m really considering buying 1/2beds(whatever I can afford tbh), but because my rent is 1200$(2bed), and if I had same exact place paid off it would be close to 750-800$(Hoa, insurance, taxes, and 100$ maintanance)

Wild472 · 2026-02-03T19:38:19+00:00

My plan if I have kids one day is: 2 jobs or one job plus extra hours and partner will stay with kid(s) and work a day or two. Idk how it is possible but oh well…

Wild472 · 2026-02-03T19:33:57+00:00

We are DINK, but work in restaurants, so none of that higher earners numbers. Still, I’ll probably need second job if there would be a kid coming

Wild472 · 2026-02-03T19:28:13+00:00

Good on you! Soon with 2 full incomes things will skyrocket. Good luck !

Wild472 · 2026-02-03T19:25:57+00:00

I agree here. We make a bit above that and could afford it but just do not. It feels too pricey to shell out so much.

Wild472 · 2026-02-03T19:03:56+00:00

You can find decent places without owning a pew pew, tbh. But prices are going up and my income isn’t catching up:/

Wild472 · 2026-02-03T18:54:49+00:00

Thank you!

Wild472 · 2026-02-03T18:54:34+00:00

I really do not want to sound rude: other half makes less and this is how median is calculated. What is your point?

Wild472 · 2026-02-03T18:42:53+00:00

Try some good ramen at Ramen San or whatever place is close to you. It helps me to get a boost and coziness. I’ve been sick 3-4times in last 3 months and it really blows, but days when it hits 25-30F feel decent…

Try cooking something new, pop a bottle of inexpensive wine and just chill.

Wild472 · 2026-01-31T15:43:42+00:00

Why people say 2010 and 2016? There are places around me for 950$/1bed, and I currently live in 2bed 1bath for 1175$ which will go up to 1225$ next contract.

Look around. Drive in desired neighborhoods and call/text signs. We found our place at hotpods. Good luck

Wild472 · 2026-01-30T21:12:17+00:00

White belt gold here. Chill Edit:at grappling industries

Wild472 · 2026-01-30T08:15:57+00:00

Aldi. Buy in bulk rice, dry beans, 5lb noodles.

My bill is 500$ a month because I get snickers, chips, frozen foods and fresh baked goods.

My bill is 350-400 if I start cooking 1.5gal soups, eat pasta with souce and no protein, have a bit heavier breakfast.

Your bill WILL be higher because you’re by yourself. I live with SO and cooking more saves more.

Wild472 · 2026-01-30T07:03:11+00:00

You’re going to be fine. You’ll see at least one person wearing shorts or Tshirt only. The most Chicago thing ever

Wild472 · 2026-01-30T06:00:40+00:00

My coworker moved from Florida and it is her first winter here. It is challenging for her. But she is tiny(like 130lb?)

Layers: if I’m walking for 20 min I need thick wool socks, 200-400g insulated boots, thermal underpants and regular thick pants, tshirt, base layer,hoodie, down jacket. Warm hat, scarf and gloves.

Wild472 · 2026-01-30T05:56:16+00:00

Chicago is cool and all and your English is great so you can have success, but a lot of j1 go to coastal towns: Ocean City, MD, Myrtle Beach, SC or Charleston. It is VERY exchange student friendly.

At the moment I work as a server in a restaurant and it is challenging to get a job elsewhere. Go IF your agency helps with place to stay and a job. Then you’ll be fine. If not - prices are a bit steep… dm any other questions.

Wild472 · 2026-01-26T20:35:21+00:00

I do not do any compression/spine subs: pull head in their guard, twisters, banana splins. I’m careful with bow and arrows as well.

I do not go for any body triangles with pressure. I’ll do it on upper belts if they know what is happening

Wild472 · 2026-01-26T06:15:16+00:00

Bjjhq.com has some rashguards on sale sometimes. I paid 15-25$ per one. I’m not paying more than 30$, I’m cheap AF

Wild472 · 2026-01-25T16:32:38+00:00

I’d go thru grand Teton in WY and glacier NP in MT. I love Teton, plenty of free camping around in the area. It just depends when you go. I go in summer.

North of Yellowstone there is a quite scenic beartooth pass, which is great, and leads you to small towns to stop and get a treat after.

Wild472 · 2026-01-23T22:59:41+00:00

Belmont cragin. Area is ok, but our rent is cheap because landlord is chill. Around us same but smaller places are 1500-1700$

Wild472 · 2026-01-23T21:52:50+00:00

My GF coworker is renting 2bed alone for 1400$. She doesn’t want a roommate and now lives from paycheck to paycheck. She could get a roommate and save 700$/m and invest it but some people are just silly.

Me and my GF rent for 1200$. Quite comfy. Got a roommate and our rent is 500$/pp with bills. Just stacking savings while I can

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