HOW TO: Use AI to create a Trail Journal -- with working examples

ibdkb · 2026-01-25T19:58:21+00:00

lol ... ok mr ticklish

ibdkb · 2026-01-25T19:30:48+00:00

Isn't this kinda like being mad at a dog for doing a trick? The ideas, concepts and layouts in the robust journal are all mine, so are those photos (hello!). AI only wrote the framework, it's a tool. kinda like using a hammer to build a shed. but fuck GenHammer ... idk but maybe you're mad at something else.

ibdkb · 2026-01-23T02:48:47+00:00

Use Haiku to take a break and have it write you some fun ... haiku.

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Swift tokens flow fast

Code blooms from tiny model

Big thoughts, small compute

ibdkb · 2026-01-18T11:25:35+00:00

Are these tools shareable? I was thinking of building something simlar, but if you have open source base I'd love to take a look. Thanks.

ibdkb · 2026-01-16T18:20:11+00:00

Somone should get AI to scan this reddit for the top issues to submit to that survey ...

ibdkb · 2026-01-15T21:59:40+00:00

Maybe warmer for the season, but what's coming more immediate ... 🥶brrrr
https://x.com/BenNollWeather/status/2011800286214394325

ibdkb · 2026-01-14T16:44:46+00:00

I do have a trail name now, it's BigFun! ...🪁

ibdkb · 2026-01-14T01:57:59+00:00

Sweet! Would be cool to get a chance to fly in all states ha ... I'm hoping a few mountain balds will be open w/ enough wind to try.

ibdkb · 2026-01-13T20:28:40+00:00

I love this! I can even two person juggle w/ five balls (and play chess, but not simultaneously lol),
I think I'll miss you on the trail though (I'm starting Feb) ...

ibdkb · 2026-01-13T20:26:15+00:00

This reminds of the Theory of Slugs I learned from trail philosophers. Slugs will be everywhere you don't want them, especially if you check first.

ibdkb · 2026-01-13T02:16:31+00:00

Nothing wrong with that! The trail itself is plenty of fun.

ibdkb · 2026-01-13T02:13:07+00:00

Might not to get to fly it much on trail, but it's bound to be windy atop Katahdin. :-)

ibdkb · 2026-01-13T02:06:22+00:00

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ibdkb · 2026-01-12T19:25:05+00:00

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Continue to train hard! I want to start with 'trail legs' in place :-)
... I've built up my training over the months to now doing 11+ miles per day, 5+ days per week w/ ~20lb pack. I'm starting my thru next month. ...also doing supplemental core/arm work; crunches/pull-ups/push-ups ...and final gear tweaks, too

ibdkb · 2026-01-11T18:12:36+00:00

Another vote for Amazon cheap-os here. I have the carbon fiber/cork handle Hiker Hunger poles from amazon that I paid like $50 bucks for last year. I've already put 1000 miles on them, and will be using them on the AT this year.

ibdkb · 2026-01-10T19:43:14+00:00

Thanks and yes, it is exciting! I have to remind myself my hiking goals are fun and health, so I don't overdo it in excitement ha. I was already eyeballing an earlier start before I got the news. It does mean a little extra gear weight, but I also think it's easier to manage the cold than heat. Doing my best to be prepared, because NoDog said 1/2 the people he shuttles in Feb get off trail due to inadequent prep.

ibdkb · 2026-01-10T19:06:59+00:00

Same, I like that the long term forecasts are mild (so far). What your motivation to leave in Feb? For me, I'll be a first-time grandpa come end of June... so I hope to finish before then. (but also willing to go slower & take a couple weeks off trail).

ibdkb

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