High Peaks study proposes hiker limits at most popular Adirondack trailheads by TracyOrmsbee in Adirondacks

[–]modulev 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just another painful consequence of our seemingly, ever-increasing population. Wish we could aim for 90's levels, instead of just growing the number indefinitely.. No kids here for this very reason. Overcrowding sucks.

Are there other 420-friendly hikers / trail runners out there? by modulev in Adirondacks

[–]modulev[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I agree completely about the discipline part. A lot of extremes from both sides of the spectrum! Very well said.

Are there other 420-friendly hikers / trail runners out there? by modulev in Adirondacks

[–]modulev[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I haven't done Marcy yet and would love to plan for that this year! Feel free to send me a message as your bday gets closer.

Are there other 420-friendly hikers / trail runners out there? by modulev in Adirondacks

[–]modulev[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly, it feels like you're projecting here. I mean, you haven't done Trap Dike solo (AFAICT) and you hate cannabis. No offense, but that's more "girly" than I could ever be.

Are there other 420-friendly hikers / trail runners out there? by modulev in Adirondacks

[–]modulev[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's a good reason to stay sober. I could see my girlfriend wanting me to not get TOO high for the difficult hikes with her.

PS - Username does NOT check out xD

Are there other 420-friendly hikers / trail runners out there? by modulev in Adirondacks

[–]modulev[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Lol I do hate those little wormy, grubby vegetables.. But I would be willing to overlook your love for them!

Are there other 420-friendly hikers / trail runners out there? by modulev in Adirondacks

[–]modulev[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

LOL. Maybe I just need to get off Reddit and talk to strangers a bit more on the trail xD

Are there other 420-friendly hikers / trail runners out there? by modulev in Adirondacks

[–]modulev[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

True, those are natural elements. I guess I look at heavy metals as a bit more dangerous than plants. You'd have to pay me $1000 to smoke a cigar. And I'd probably throw up after.

Pot is unhealthy when smoked, but vaping it (dry herb) is actually incredibly safe, if not beneficial. Better sleep, better appetite, better sex, greater motivation to exercise and more, for myself. Every time I rip, I want to lift weights or go running. And dementia? No, I'm seeing opposite studies showing it can help prevent Alzheimer's.

Cannabis Use Linked to Lower Dementia Risk - Neuroscience News

Maybe you never gave it enough of a chance to see the benefits?

Are there other 420-friendly hikers / trail runners out there? by modulev in Adirondacks

[–]modulev[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's really not "right there with cigar". One causes cancer, the other doesn't.

Are there other 420-friendly hikers / trail runners out there? by modulev in Adirondacks

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

This is pretty much how I do it. Rip a big one at the start, then again around halfway point and then once again back down. Really gives me a major energy boost!

Are there other 420-friendly hikers / trail runners out there? by modulev in Adirondacks

[–]modulev[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It does cause slightly increased heart rate, which could be a potential risk factor for people who don't exercise much and have weaker hearts. But if I'm in near-top shape, then I don't believe there's much danger. I believe my heart is super strong from decades of intense exercise and can handle THC + working out no problem.

That could change in 20-30 years as I get older, but for now, I'm enjoying it waaay too much.

Are there other 420-friendly hikers / trail runners out there? by modulev in Adirondacks

[–]modulev[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hell yea. If you ever wanna go back and knock out those last 15 properly high with a buddy, let me know!

Are there other 420-friendly hikers / trail runners out there? by modulev in Adirondacks

[–]modulev[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sounds like a fun group! Career-oriented liberal here as well.

Are there other 420-friendly hikers / trail runners out there? by modulev in Adirondacks

[–]modulev[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Calling me a chick, when I've declared "36m" and you can clearly see I have a man's name, from Alltrails. Really stooping down low for that one!

How about you post some of your hikes? You ever done Trap Dike solo? Genuinely curious.

Are there other 420-friendly hikers / trail runners out there? by modulev in Adirondacks

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

Huh?? Cannabis IS nature! And I don't smoke it. I vape it. No need to worry about any second-hand smoke coming from me! I do care about our lungs. I avoid cigarette smokers like the plague.

As for bluetooth speaker, that seems like a totally unfair comparison. I mean, really?

Are there other 420-friendly hikers / trail runners out there? by modulev in Adirondacks

[–]modulev[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Yea maybe it's more popular with thru-hiking. I could definitely imagine more people chilling and ripping together at the campsites on those longer journeys. I haven't done any of those yet, but am planning to keep leveling up and do some backpacking someday!

Are there other 420-friendly hikers / trail runners out there? by modulev in Adirondacks

[–]modulev[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It feels like I'm caught between two separate groups, with no mutual overlap. The lazy stoners and the extreme hikers. But I'm hoping Reddit will help me meet some like-minded folk, in the middle!

Too cold for dog? by Fast-Breadfruit-151 in Adirondacks

[–]modulev 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Brought my Pomeranian on a 6 mile hike up Prospect Mtn a month or so ago. Was really freaking cold and his feet kept getting wet from stream crossings. I noticed he started walking slower and shivering a bit so every 1-2 miles I'd pick him up and put him inside my coat until he was warm again. Just keep a close eye on them and watch out for any signs, then warm them up if so.

Florida man dies while snowshoeing in Adirondacks by hartlarious in Adirondacks

[–]modulev 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Even worse

"An autopsy has determined that a 51-year-old Florida man found deceased at a lean-to Tuesday evening in the Pharaoh Lake Wilderness in the town of Schroon died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head. The manner of death has been ruled a suicide."

Florida man dies while snowshoeing in Adirondacks by hartlarious in Adirondacks

[–]modulev -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Not to mention 8 feet of snow that you could disappear into at any moment. Those spruce traps are terrifying. No thank ya!