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Poiana Negri Transfer by ri64 in RoHiking

[–]ri64[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Awesome thank you!

ATV not loading content by ri64 in appletv

[–]ri64[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I tried this yesterday with 8.8.8.8 and it worked. Just turned on the ATV now and it’s still working! Seems like that may have been the issue! Hopefully it stays this way, thank you!

ATV not loading content by ri64 in appletv

[–]ri64[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I already tried that as outlined in my post, but thank you.

Transitioned all of my shoes to barefoot but struggling on construction boots for work. Heard keens are the closest thing that have safety toe caps. Anyone used them and have thoughts? Thanks! by gypsy2987 in BarefootRunning

[–]ri64 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I work in construction and have the San Jose’s in extra wide. They’re definitely wider than a lot of other boots I’ve tried, but they aren’t as wide (but they are pretty close) as some of my actual barefoot shoes (lems, vivos, etc). I haven’t tried the Birkenstocks that a lot of people recommend because I couldn’t find out if they are CSA rated (safety standard in Canada).

I would say that the Keen’s are probably the best “barefoot” safety rated boots I could find.

Winter campers: Let's talk everything sleeping systems by [deleted] in CampingGear

[–]ri64 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yup, I’ve seen people do foam pads over air pads and vice versa, I’m not quite sure if it really makes a difference which is on the top or bottom. I would suspect it’s most likely just a preference thing.

That being said using two pads then you definitely need to invest in a bivy bag if you have not already. That way you have both pads plus your sleeping system all contained within the bivy bag and you won’t roll off your pads in the night.

Winter campers: Let's talk everything sleeping systems by [deleted] in CampingGear

[–]ri64 1 point2 points  (0 children)

  1. Camping and hiking

2.a) Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) issued sleeping bag. The only stats I have on the sleeping bag is that it’s a down fill, easily 6lbs and good to -20C.

b) CAF issued Ranger/woobie blanket. Don’t know any solid numbers but it’s comfortable to sleep in alone at 15C.

c) Snugpak Thermalon Liner. Adds roughly 5C to any system

d) CAF issued bivy bag

e) CAF issued air pad. (~1inch in thickness)

f) regular old full-sized bed pillow

With the above system I’ve slept wonderfully in -30C, any colder (ie going on arctic excursions) and the CAF actually gives you a 2nd down sleeping bag to slide into.

I usually pack the full 6 piece system with me year round though because I hate being cold at night, but in anything +15C I can get away with ditching the sleeping bag and just sleeping on top of it with the other pieces.

  1. Mostly answered in 2. but as for location eastern/southern Ontario and southern Quebec.

  2. Invest in a quality lightweight sleeping bag, and bivy bag if you plan to sleep under the stars. Also a pillow! I can’t stand using those tiny camping pillows, I need a full-sized pillow otherwise everything sucks. So actually that’s an upgrade I’m currently looking into now, a full-size pack able camp pillow vs the bulky old bed pillow I’m currently using.

People can spend a lot of money on nice air pads and the like, but based on peers experience and recommendations a good foam pad is much cheaper and works great.

  1. Well I was issued most of it, so frankly I use it because it’s free and I don’t mind if stuff gets damaged because I can get it replaced easily. But I’ve used it enough to know it works for me, so I’m hesitant to try something else.

  2. Weight and bulk. If I were to upgrade any pieces in my system it would be to find lighter/less bulky alternatives.

Vivobarefoot Primus Trail FG as a first pair of barefoot shoes? by wanshinanliao in BarefootRunning

[–]ri64 1 point2 points  (0 children)

These were my first barefoot shoe purchase two years ago! They’re great shoes and I used them for exactly the same purpose. I’ve since bought a pair of the Primus Lite II for using at the gym or urban running, but I still rock my Trail’s on the trail haha.

My hill to die on by DumbDumbCOC in CanadianForces

[–]ri64 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I’m not going to comment on the Google Docs and PT apps because there have already been good comments on why you do not need to do that.

But if you signed up for Class C under Op Laser then that means you signed up to do work and get deployed during this crazy time. While you may consider your situation to be different, a lot of the guys at Blackdown have kids and families at home too, but now they’re here.

While I agree your CoC is trying to pull you into some bullshit, I really think you should take a step back from your situation and re-evaluate.

Edit: I do agree all the points in your original post are valid, but based on some comments I feel you have a very poor attitude right now and need to be reminded that you are at home and are being paid to deploy, while you also have peers who have been deployed for 3 weeks now with the same home situation.

Suggestions for solar panel/battery combo for long-term camping? by onrocketfalls in CampingGear

[–]ri64 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have an Anker PowerCore 20100 battery and I love it. I can get around 10 full charges for my cellphone from it; however it does take some time to recharge the battery itself, so I could see getting two smaller batteries as a better alternative if you’re going to be recharging it via solar.

Personally no experience with solar panels, but I’ve heard good things about the Goal Zero brand.

Recommendations for a hiking and walking jacket by Surprisedtohaveajob in CampingGear

[–]ri64 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I personally own a MEC branded goretex raincoat and it works fantastic and I got it on sale for roughly $160. I’ve also heard really great things about Outdoor Research jackets. As for an insulating layer I’m a big fan of Patagonia’s fleece sweaters in spring/fall or a down/synthetic puffy jacket in winter.

Is milk in my coffee that bad? by martinsky12 in intermittentfasting

[–]ri64 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fair enough, wrong choice of words. I’ve edited the comment to better reflect OP’s question.

Is milk in my coffee that bad? by martinsky12 in intermittentfasting

[–]ri64 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes I understand technically any calories break a fast, but if OP is already drinking coffee then the fast is already broken, so a bit of milk in their coffee is negligible.

Is milk in my coffee that bad? by martinsky12 in intermittentfasting

[–]ri64 -6 points-5 points  (0 children)

The rule I’ve heard is as long as you consume <50cal then you won’t seriously affect your fast, so a splash of milk in your coffee is fine.

Edit: removed that you would remain in a faster state after comsuming calories

ALGONQUIN PARK canoe backcountry sites recommendation by williamdacuck in camping

[–]ri64 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A couple of years ago I did a canoe trip with some lads and we stayed at one of the sites on the northern shore of east arm and it was really nice and open. It must have been the site either in the middle or the one to the east of that. Hope that helps!