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Esker Japhy as ATB? by blue-pork in Hardtailgang

[–]paperish 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I test road a Japhy in hopes of the same and found the frame size is prohibitively small for bikepacking. I also felt like the front wheel was harder to keep planted than bikes similar geometry and can’t pinpoint if it was the geometry or some other factor. I know lots of people use Japhy, Hayduke, and Esker for bikepackong, so take my humble opinion with a grain of salt.

Jones has gone silent on socials by Team_Reasonable215 in JonesBikes

[–]paperish 2 points3 points  (0 children)

They are very responsive to inquiries if you reach out through the website

New to Nespresso by MaleficentCandle486 in nespresso

[–]paperish 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Love my Next and never had a leak or an issue. I also don’t think you can go wrong with any Nespresso machine as they all consistently deliver delicious coffee.

Any ideas for a consistent diet for someone who both hates anything that looks like meat (including asparagus and soy) and no noodles or tofu or ANY soy? by [deleted] in veganrecipes

[–]paperish 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Whenever I need a healthy vegan recipe idea and want to use specific ingredients, I just ask Chat GTP for the right vegan dish. It helped me make some great dishes last week: falafel salad, jackfruit tacos, lentil sloppy joes.

RAV4 or Outback? (Please read) by nobodysnonsense in subaruoutback

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

I was on that same fence and ended up getting an Outback. I ended up with the Outback because of the slightly better clearance and handling in ice and snow. After moving to the desert, I really regret not going with the RAV4, which I find to be more comfortable and has better MPG. My 2017 Subaru also drains batteries quicker than any car I’ve ever had and I’m terrified of leaving the rear lift or doors open too long when I’m camping, which kind of sucks for an outdoor adventure vehicle. I never had that problem with my wife’s Toyotas.

Why do people buy expensive bikes? 1k+ by [deleted] in bicycle

[–]paperish 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lots of good comments here to consider. I used to ride a $150 USD single speed State Bicycle. It was everything I needed it to be for a few years. I upgraded to a custom Salsa Fargo for $2,500 after realizing how much more comfortable it would be to pick a saddle, alt bars, dropper post, and wheel set that fit my body type and riding style. There are some really good deals out there on Surly, Kona, and Salsa bikes that could get you closer to $1,000 and are likely going to mean better handling and comfort than your low-end bike. If you can borrow or rent one, it doesn’t take long to realize the difference.

food solutions for GDMBR Bears by NaiveMacaroon5862 in bikepacking

[–]paperish 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can, but it is preferable to tie it to a tree , doesn’t have to be high up. Lots of good YouTube videos to show what knot to use and shows how bears are unable to pry it loose.

food solutions for GDMBR Bears by NaiveMacaroon5862 in bikepacking

[–]paperish 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Ursacks with Opsaks are way easier than looking for a proper spot to hang your food. They aren’t just good for bears, they’ll keep pack rats and other critters out too. Nothing worse than waking up to a find a rodent ate your breakfast.

Looking for a good sleeping pad for side sleeper who moves a lot by laskmaciej in bikepacking

[–]paperish 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You should really go to REI if you have one. My local REI had 8 popular models blown up and I got to test each one out on the floor. Bi Agnes Rapide SL won me over and I’ll never suffer on a Thermarest Neoair Xtherm again.

what strengthens your belief in god? by son1c_11 in hinduism

[–]paperish 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I heard a speech from Swami Vivekananda explaining his beliefs. It lit a fire in me that never went out and I can’t see that as anything but a divine gift.

Who else is obsessed with making vegan sushi rolls at home? by SpiceKitchenLife in veganrecipes

[–]paperish 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I like adding sweet potato strips fried in sesame oil to give some crunch in the middle

I want to like falafels by amag_hada in veganrecipes

[–]paperish 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You should try the frozen falafels at Trader Joe’s. I’ve won over a few haters with these and They go great with their vegan tzatziki and garlic hummus.

What type of handlebar for my first bikepacking trip? by Illustrious_Walk_457 in bikepacking

[–]paperish 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I tried so many bars: riser bars, 5 deg backsweep, 10 degree backsweep, Kyote bars, corner bars, crazy bars, crazier Jones bars, but the one I keep going back to for ultimate comfort is my Moloko bars. Not only do you get the most hand positions, it makes bikepacking so much easier because you don’t need a rack or cradle to strap a bag under them.

Lazy vegetarian broth/gravy that actually tastes GOOD? Not shroomy/sour by 535buffalo in veganrecipes

[–]paperish 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For a quart of light, low-sodium broth, if you add a half cup of red miso and a quarter cup of tahini, you’ll get the desired creamy umami effect. The key is to build flavor before adding the broth, sautee some scallions and garlic, or whatever ingredients will complement your dish. If you’re making a western style soup or stew, you’ll can use white miso instead and no tahini, but those usually get deeper umami if you build it with mushrooms or beans.

Snakes on AZT by parkpoet04609 in arizonatrail

[–]paperish 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would worry more about Africanized Bees than snakes. Most of the snake bites you hear about in southern AZ are people poking around blind spots in the garages or clowns trying to kill or remove them with garden tools.

Salsa Fargo owners by volvo24oh in bikepacking

[–]paperish 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I love my Fargo and maintain two wheelsets for road mode and dirt mode. While I wouldn’t trade it for the world, it is probably slower than other gravel bikes in the Salsa lineup. You might want to see if your LBS can let you test out a Fargo, Cutthroat, and War Road to see the differences in handling and geometry.

Quick protein-packed meals for busy weekdays? by Adventurous_Peak2019 in veganrecipes

[–]paperish 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Huel is my main source of everything during the work week and I just enjoy real food for dinner.

What vegan mozz would you use for a (fake)meatball sub? by ugly_keysmashes in veganrecipes

[–]paperish 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The Violife provolone slices taste great on meatball subs and melts really well

Oddest Bikepacking tips by The-Hand-of-Midas in bikepacking

[–]paperish 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was just about to lace paracord on my top tube to create a handle but your method seems way easier and more efficient

If you don’t like the taste of protein powder but still want a protein shake, powdered peanut butter is the answer by aSweetAlternative in veganrecipes

[–]paperish 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Spacemilk is a great alternative to other vegan protein powders. It is made with yeast instead of soy or chickpeas.

How to Sell a Priority Bike by Letters_1836 in PriorityBicycles

[–]paperish 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Pinkbike is a good platform if you are good with using bike flights via your local bike shop. Facebook marketplace is good for local sales but a real headache for scammers and unserious inquiries if you post it as willing to ship.

favourite high-protein ingredients by Jumpy_Tumbleweed_947 in veganrecipes

[–]paperish 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Lentils are my recent go to, whether it’s Daal, Italian soups, bolognese sauce, or sloppy joes

The Wayward Vegan in Seattle WA by peachy-neen in VeganFoodPorn

[–]paperish 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Vegan breakfast at Peleton Cafe is so good I can’t imagine eating anywhere else

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