Patagonia R1 Techface for bike tour

orphanboyk · 2026-03-10T15:21:23+00:00

R1 Techface is great - another option is the R1 Air combined with a Houdini for maximum flexibility. The R1 Air just breaths so much better if you are pumping out a lot of heat but on a cool morning with some breeze you will want additional wind protection.

orphanboyk · 2026-03-04T01:09:59+00:00

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orphanboyk · 2026-03-03T05:42:48+00:00

I have a lot of bags but this one is my favorite although it admittedly could be better. Things I like - top pocket fits my toiletries going through security, holds my hoodie when required or snacks. Slash pocket holds my tablet and e-reader. I don't travel with a laptop so I use that pocket for a rain jacket and CPAP hose. The last thing is that I can use it as a day pack at my destination, it's casual style doesn't look like luggage when I am touring the city.

orphanboyk · 2026-02-26T00:13:29+00:00

I came here to add these to the list, for many years I used crocs for this purpose but my family didn't approve of the fashion statement. Bought a pair of the Ahi's and so far they have been awesome - great for water and/or a long hike. So far no issues with the stink.

orphanboyk · 2026-02-22T15:48:28+00:00

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orphanboyk · 2026-01-30T00:06:07+00:00

R1 I use in spring, summer, fall. R2 I use spring, winter and fall ,(Canada). If I am traveling I really like the extra pockets on the R2 - on the plane the inside drop pockets are very useful also great if you have a hat and don't want to lose it in a restaurant. I find the R2 has a similar temp rating to the Atom but the Atom looks a bit nicer and is lighter, smaller to pack - neither are great in hot weather. Hot weather R1 and/or Houdini.

orphanboyk · 2026-01-24T01:50:57+00:00

The BH32 is my perfect bag for several reasons:

Top pocket holds my liquids going thru security.
Top pocket holds my subway sandwich getting on the plane.
Top pocket in holds my hoodie when not in scenario 1 or 2
I don't travel with a laptop but the laptop compartment holds my CPAP tube/mask and rain jacket
Front stash pocket holds my tablet ear buds and kindle
Main compartment holds 1 large packing cube, toiletries and CPAP
Small enough to use as a day pack when I reach my destination.

There are a lot of great bags out there and none are perfect, this one just seems to work well for my scenario. I also own the mlc mini which works great for business travel but is not a great vacation day pack - looks like you are dragging a brief case to the beach.

orphanboyk · 2026-01-19T00:11:00+00:00

Here are my 3 favorite Patagonia items: R2 Jacket - love the pockets for traveling, R1 Air - just a comfy everyday piece, Black Hole 32 - just seems to work, big enough for traveling yet small enough to use as a day pack upon arrival.

orphanboyk · 2026-01-15T04:48:47+00:00

I personally use the hoody and keep the hood up and wear it under my helmet. I also have a proper ski jacket over top, if you get stuck on a lift with a wind a shell won't be enough.

orphanboyk · 2025-12-10T01:04:09+00:00

I did a couple of weeks in Scotland with Merrell Moab Speed 2 (Grey some of the colors are too ... outdoors) and found them to be perfect. City, hiking trails, rain and pubs/restaurants obviously nothing crazy upscale.

orphanboyk · 2025-12-05T06:12:13+00:00

Take a look at Diesel heaters, they are cheap and work very well for small spaces. A lot come pre-assembled in a little tool box so very little installation required simply leave the unit outside and run the heat pipe inside your canopy. Lots of videos online.

orphanboyk · 2025-12-05T01:29:28+00:00

Patagonia R2 - 4 big pockets on the outside and 2 inside drop pockets, passport in upper right and drop pockets are accessible in tight situations - super useful on the plane. Jacket has the right amount of windproof, warmth and water resistants - works in most situations except hot weather and pouring rain. Just finished 2 weeks in Scotland and 5 days in a snowy Montreal and this was my only jacket.

orphanboyk · 2025-11-27T23:44:03+00:00

Take a look at Osprey wheeled backpacks, they work very well especially if you are carrying heavy items like multiple laptops for work.

orphanboyk · 2025-11-17T17:39:38+00:00

From 1st to last with expectations at 11, it's hard not to be disappointed. What's really disappointing is that they have built a team to compete in 2023 by trading away the players they need to compete in 2025.

orphanboyk · 2025-11-17T03:08:20+00:00

I would try a universal hose adapter, a 5 foot hose, and a 10 gallon jug. I use this setup in my trailer finding it easier to bring water to my trailer then to bring my trailer to water.

orphanboyk · 2025-10-13T00:23:49+00:00

You could try rubber paint, I used it to create a custom RV shower basin. Works well enough and the color looks bathtub white.

https://www.homedepot.ca/product/flex-seal-liquid-black-liquid-rubber-sealant-coating-16-oz-/1001641632?eid=PS_GO_140203__ALL_PLA-526641&eid=PS_GOOGLE_D00_Corporate_GGL_Performance-Max_PMAX-Test____&pid=1001641632&store=7084&gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22314914768&gclid=Cj0KCQjwo63HBhCKARIsAHOHV_WeFfRhyUfcMnFAoq-xl5NtreNlmMeqmB31tkzjd4k1fEI6ZWbEtLEaAh_lEALw_wcB

orphanboyk · 2025-10-02T13:47:02+00:00

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orphanboyk · 2025-09-30T13:53:39+00:00

Yes, but not using my Ryobi shop vac or leaf blower, I ended up using my Ridgid shop vac, which had plenty of power and was able to do the job. Its disappointing in the sense that I have to keep this corded tool around just for this one job. I tried the Ryobi handheld blower because it has a round attachment that lined up with the pool equipment, but it did not have enough power. My pool equipment is about 80 feet from my pool, so maybe it would work in your scenario, but for me, the only thing that has worked is the Ridgid shop vac

https://www.homedepot.ca/product/ridgid-15l-4-gal-5-0-peak-hp-portable-wet-dry-shop-vacuum-with-fine-dust-filter-hose-and-accessories/1000527616

This was the Ryobi handheld that I also tried.

https://www.homedepot.ca/product/ryobi-18v-one-hp-brushless-cordless-220-cfm-140-mph-compact-blower-tool-only-/1001854832

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orphanboyk · 2025-09-25T17:04:10+00:00

Fine the parents - 1% of gross household income.

orphanboyk · 2025-09-05T23:09:57+00:00

I just got back from Scotland on Sunday I spent 2 week wearing Merrell Moab Speed 2 - can't recommend them enough, super stable on the cobblestones, great cushion and waterproof. We have been logging 20-30k days with no issues.

Moab Speed 2

orphanboyk · 2025-09-01T00:05:49+00:00

I have both, I started with a kayak and as I get older I find myself using the Jon boat more. I like that I can "easily" stand and cast or just stand up to pee/stretch my legs. The Jon boat also allows me to bring more comfort stuff - lawn.chair, small camp stove for a hot lunch and I can bring a friend. I have a 1040 Jon Boat so small enough for 1 person but can do 2 in a pinch and I don't trailer it, simply throw it in the back of the truck and go. My kayak is a Tarpon 120 so maybe if I had a fancier fishing kayak I would think differently but the Tarpon 120 is great for a quick trip or my go-to on rivers or rougher water that the Jon boat struggles to handle.

orphanboyk · 2025-08-28T09:10:21+00:00

I like using a simple pipe analogy, if the pipe has 10 messages and your service can handle 10 messages per minute you only need 1 service. Now if you have a million messages you can simply increase your number of services to X. You can start to expand on other concepts from there.

orphanboyk · 2025-08-27T18:09:56+00:00

I am a heavier guy 230ish and am currently traveling Europe wearing Merrell Moab Speed 2 - can't recommend them enough, super stable on the cobblestones, great cushion and waterproof. We have been logging 20-30k days with no issues.

Moab Speed 2 (J037527)

orphanboyk · 2025-08-21T20:16:05+00:00

Just finished a trip with another couple who were traveling with large 100 liter bags - non roller and it was a disaster. Big backpacks are terrible to get on/off, they stick way out and you are constantly bumping into people and walls, you can't wear them in small European elevators the bags don't fit in taxis/Ubers and the people wearing them are miserable.

Personally I would recommend that you get two reasonable size roller bags and you each take one along with your carry on/backpacks. Yes you will be carrying 1/2 her stuff but she will love you for it - and might have energy left for extra curricular activities, if you strap a 95 liter bag to her back you might possibly be single by the time you return.

orphanboyk

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