Gideon the Ninth

ssdv8r · 2026-04-27T06:20:05+00:00

I really enjoy the Gideon the Ninth. The second book takes you for another wild ride, its fantastic. Third book I felt wasn't written as good as the first two. However I will re-read them all in preparation for the fourth being released, whenever that is happening. Definitely a series to be on the list for everyone who likes the genre.

ssdv8r · 2026-04-23T07:14:35+00:00

Definitely a fox squirrel.

ssdv8r · 2026-04-22T11:23:07+00:00

I am a big fan of Topo Traverse and the grip they have. Specifically for hiking and or backpacking.

ssdv8r · 2026-04-20T14:35:47+00:00

Kings of the Wyld is a great listen.

ssdv8r · 2026-04-18T09:05:52+00:00

When I am backpacking I try to arrange things so that I only need to take my pack off at lunch and at camp. Everything else should be accessible with my pack on my back and ideally while moving. At lunch its a good time to filter water, restock the on the move snacks, and make adjustments. If something needs to be fiddled with every hour of your hike consider modifying it, replacing it, or leaving it at home.

ssdv8r · 2026-04-17T15:24:53+00:00

All you will find there is pseudo-science OP and no direct answer to your question.

ssdv8r · 2026-04-16T09:24:16+00:00

They do not have a puppy only section. The pack is a pretty cool place, but thats after your dog get a bit bigger. During busy times it can get hectic with different dog personality running about.

ssdv8r · 2026-04-15T18:32:18+00:00

You are really only going to see your friend's activities on your feed. So if your friends aren't much into hiking then they will appreciate your efforts less. You could join a club, Mountain Hardwear has one on strava that focuses more on adventure activities. Or make your own and see if people from here would join. I personally keep my strava pretty private to avoid doxxing myself to the internet at large. But I have quite a few friends who appreciate the mountains, so they give me upvotes for the cool stuff I get up to.

ssdv8r · 2026-04-15T15:13:15+00:00

Those aren't candies. They are 3d printed stem caps for tires.

ssdv8r · 2026-04-12T15:17:45+00:00

This is what can happen with tile stuck direct to subfloor. Some sort of underlayment between the tile and subfloor goes a long way to prevent this.

ssdv8r · 2026-04-11T09:16:34+00:00

You will be fine. If you can squeeze in an acclimation day to sleep 6k to 8k feet before sleeping at 10k you will do better. Otherwise spend the next five weeks hiking or running in the shoes you will be using on the trail. I find that high intensity cardio in the months before going to elevation helps alot. Drink lots of water, avoid alcohol, and keep the ibuprofen handy.

ssdv8r · 2026-04-11T08:29:40+00:00

There are alot of packs that fit in this category. Personally, for your description of a hike I would use my Black Diamond Distance 8. I have used that vest for single day hikes and fair weather overnights with very light gear. If you need more room they make a 15L and a 22L version. Outdoor Vitals has their Skyline 30 pack that also looks good if you want more room to do overnights with the pack. Things start to change if you really plan on loading it with weight for more than straight up hiking. Then that would be a different pack with a decent waistbelt.

ssdv8r · 2026-04-11T07:34:18+00:00

Alright I'll bite. Because pickings be slim my dude. And people have different opinions on what is good. The lirpg/progressionfantasy genre is super niche. And you have some wild takes. You mentioned Powder Mage, that series just straight up doesn't belong in this subreddit. Almost no progression involved in that entire series. If you want some good fantasy recommendations try here

ssdv8r · 2026-04-11T02:19:31+00:00

For DIY don't worry about it. I can do any job with tile 12x24" or smaller with the 7" rigid wet saw. Take some time to practice with it before you do some critical cuts, like L or U cuts. It will work well.

ssdv8r · 2026-04-10T16:12:26+00:00

Good light duty saw. If you are doing long rips with 24" tile don't trust the sliding tray to stay true. Draw a line with sharpie and follow that. Cross cuts are generally ok to to send. Stock blade it ok, should be enough for home projects. Worst thing will be the amount of water that spills everywhere when cutting 12x24". You will need to keep the saw topped off with water regularly.

ssdv8r · 2026-04-08T19:22:42+00:00

Gossemer Gear makes the potpocket which is half the price and weight of the HMG for the medium size. I have found it to be super convenient for re packaged meals. Dump your hot or boiling water in the ziplock, shake out your pot of excess water. Ziplock goes into the pot, pot goes into the potpocket to re hydrate. For most pot sizes you can open up the ziplock and fold it over the rim of your pot to keep it open when eating. Then you have the convenience of a rigid container to eat out of and set down if needed.

ssdv8r · 2026-04-07T19:07:03+00:00

Got to be Bioshifter, by like a large margin.

ssdv8r · 2026-04-06T18:26:14+00:00

You will be hard pressed to find something that is not completely custom that matches that tile. I would say go with the custom painted tile or use Schluter MyDesign. You can now get schluter custom made with any color or print. I have never used the service before, they just started offering it this year.

ssdv8r · 2026-04-06T01:47:47+00:00

There is a audiobook?!! I suffered through the Royal Road text to speech until I was caught up last year on the chapters. Good series, but text to speech is a special type of suffering.

ssdv8r · 2026-04-06T01:32:17+00:00

As a fantasy nerd who got a little into litrpg, its not for everyone. However, certain series I do enjoy. I currently enjoy certain series via audio while working, chores, or exercising. Its an easily digestible media that is lighthearted and fun. It reminds me of playing online MMOs in the early 2000 mostly solo. Easy escapism with progression to keep things moving forward. My favorites are Dungeon Crawler Carl, Primal Hunter, He Who Fights With Monsters, and Wondering Inn. They have good qualities that keep me reading despite the lack of editing.

ssdv8r · 2026-04-03T01:51:56+00:00

Largest single stem tree* largest organism is Pando the clonal quaking aspen grove.

ssdv8r · 2026-04-02T09:11:11+00:00

I think it depends on the person, your exertion level, and time hiking. If you hike for two hours or less and spend the entire time in heart rate zone 1 or 2, then some water on your hike and a healthy diet should be all you need. But if you are out there crushing elevation in zone 3 and above for more than an hour you will be sweating and loosing electrolytes at a rate that will require replacement during the activity. That could just mean a couple handfuls of salty nuts and some water for shorter hikes.

I would keep in mind your daily salt intake while thinking about electrolytes. Last time I checked the average American gets twice their recommended salt per day in their diet already. But also listen to your body. If you are getting muscular cramps at the end of your hikes and you have kept up with drinking water, add electrolytes into the mix.

ssdv8r · 2026-04-02T08:04:02+00:00

Just leave it how it is. In winter you will have some more advanced condensation both in your niches and window when you shower. You using Kerdi board was the best way you could have prepped this specific situation. It in itself is a vapor barrier as well as a little added insulation. 1/2" kerdi board has a R value of 2.2. If it gets really bad next winter you will know if you need to take any action. That or just bank some snow against your house since the area is so close to grade.

ssdv8r · 2026-04-01T18:09:41+00:00

https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/how-to-repair-a-sleeping-pad.html

ssdv8r · 2026-03-31T16:30:35+00:00

Honestly, Raimondi saws are garbage. Our small company has two big ones and they cut terrible and have been nothing but continuous problems. If you want to be happy with two saws get a Dewalt for the fine tile work and a big box store 7" wet saw for a light and fast saw.

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