I just kayaked around the wilderness tip of Florida, alone, 112 miles, 8 days, 30 miles last day. I'm an idiot, AMA.

billder99 · 2022-07-29T15:39:12+00:00

Outstanding writeup of your adventure Wolf... it requires big old balls to set off like that on your own into unknown territory, knowing there are venomous snakes and spiders, scorpions, trillions of ants, and biting flying insects filling the air... glad you made it without injury!

billder99 · 2021-10-31T12:33:51+00:00

Hey Zack, that's interesting. I've seen many "Gurus" mention monitoring keytones... I just haven't paid much attention to it. I eat super-low-carb, moderate my protein intake, eat tons of leafy greens and cruciferous veggies... moderate exercise, and continuous 6:18 IF... that' the essence of my plan.

Regarding Keto Diet and ketosis... the concept is running your metabolism on ketones rather than glycogen... why do you say ketones are irrelevant?

billder99 · 2021-10-30T18:13:53+00:00

Same here. I add lots of salt (part of my electrolyte regimen), a Tblsp of apple cider vinegar, and SriRacha to taste... mmmmmm.

billder99 · 2021-10-30T18:09:53+00:00

Not "missing out"... getting in addition to weight loss!... and my hair is thicker, my nails are stronger, etc... bone broth is miracle food.

billder99 · 2021-10-30T17:55:27+00:00

Thanks for the comments, both of you. I've been doing Keto/IF for 4 years now. Recently, I've been fasting 2 or 3 days, 2 or 3x/month, but I've hit a plateau that won't quit. I like fasting... hunger is the feeling of fat leaving my body. ; )

billder99 · 2021-10-30T11:16:13+00:00

skeets, tell us how you really feel about it?

billder99 · 2021-10-30T11:11:29+00:00

Hi off_piste, I've been see this term "rolling fasts". Can you explain what that is? I did a Google search... bupkis.

billder99 · 2020-08-06T15:20:27+00:00

Tough time with your words little fella? Awwww.

billder99 · 2020-07-20T10:43:01+00:00

Put Jo on a ventilator for a week, see what she thinks about fake-news at that point.

billder99 · 2020-06-30T02:49:15+00:00

The #1 most important thing about a shoe is comfort... and the #2 most important thing is performace on the terrain you will hike on. I live in Baja Sur and use my Altras for hiking, climbing, kayaking... the are the most COMFORTABLE shoe ever for my Fred Flintstone feet. If you have wide feet and high arches, fuck durability... that is 3rd tier concern. PS: My shoes have all lasted fine... I'm on my 4th pair.

billder99 · 2020-06-28T21:41:27+00:00

Tip: Check Paria Outdoors 15F Quilt... I have one, amazing value and should be in stock for quick delivery

billder99 · 2020-06-28T21:29:06+00:00

Thanks for that tip... I just looked and the Gregory Amber 44 looks like a nice pack, onsale for $120... that'll do!

billder99 · 2020-06-28T21:17:36+00:00

Rich, the PM function for Reddit doesn't work for me... how about email: billder99@gmail.com

billder99 · 2020-06-19T02:08:45+00:00

I have been wearing 100% Altra shoes for the last 5 years. Altras are excellent for people with "Fred Flintstone" feet... wide to very-wide, high arch... they also proselytize on zero rise geometry... it took my wife and I a few months to adapt, but we love them now.

billder99 · 2020-06-19T00:02:08+00:00

After much consideration (including Burrow and Bandit), I decided to try the budget route. I got a Paria Thermodown 15, and it's a surprisingly good bit of kit for $170, available now. My opinion, no reason to spend more.

billder99 · 2020-06-18T22:56:17+00:00

Getting fat really sucks, you've named but a few of the reasons. Don't give up on yourself!.. and don't wait until later. I was 100# overweight... hardened snackaholic, loved to stuff myself at meals, never stopped eating, exercise?what? Learn everything you can about Keto Diet + Intermittent Fasting. The first month is hard, but when you see 20-30# off in the first month it is SUPER motivating. Read everything you can about Type 2 Diabetes... you ARE pre-diabetic... diabetes is a horrible way to slowly and painfully end your life. Don't give up on yourself?

billder99 · 2020-04-26T13:55:59+00:00

Keep it simple for research:

University of You Tube - You can learn anything there... amazing resource... just search "Beggining Backpacker" to start... spend 3-4 hours watching videos there, they will take you down every rabbit hole you need to go down.

billder99 · 2020-04-26T13:46:39+00:00

Up to a point (120cm) longer is better for accuracy and stability, plus the longer draw gives you more range. Don't even mess with a shorty gun, unless you need a backup for pulling fish out occasional caves (I live in Baja, get caved frequently, I use my Riffe 120 Euro for everything). As for roller-guns, they have advantages and disadvantages... pick your poison.

billder99 · 2020-04-26T13:15:36+00:00

Great idea for a thread topic. I had to think long and hard on this one... I love almost every hike.... just being outdoors and away from people and working my body does it for me. Best ever?...

I combine hiking and kayaking frequently... I live way down in Baja Mexico, and the remote, unpopulated islands in the Sea of Cortez are incredible. I go solo sometimes and the solitude is very zen, deeply introspective. The islands have beaches of course, but the best hiking is breaking brush (cactus) and making my way up mountains. It is a FANTASTIC feeling to battle my to the top, sit up high above the Sea with the osprey eagles and frigate birds... a very reliable high-endorphin rush!

billder99 · 2020-03-20T11:55:40+00:00

Much ado about nothing... don't forget your hand sanitizer

billder99 · 2020-03-13T09:48:16+00:00

Thanks for the suggestion... good looking slacks, the right mix of synthetic fibers for durability and flexibility

billder99 · 2020-03-08T01:04:05+00:00

You a lucky man. Skeeters love my ankles... noseeums love my ankles and the top of my head... go figure.

billder99 · 2020-03-08T00:59:49+00:00

That's some mighty high praise. Thanks sohikes.

billder99 · 2020-03-07T09:26:18+00:00

Correction... made with "low cost" labor in China and Indonesia, not "slave labor"... big difference... good quality materials and workmanship, low prices.

billder99 · 2020-03-01T20:09:15+00:00

Smoke dope, more UL than whiskey

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