Hobbies

[Tech Admin]

What does everyone do for fun?

I got into foraging a couple of years ago. It's surprising how many edible plants are around. That has progressed into medicinal herbs.

There's a lot to read, and it's regional-specific, but I enjoy it.

What are you guys doing for fun?

 

[DaveL59]

A bit of astronomy, on the very rare occasions here where the sky is reasonably clear, mostly clouds unfortunately.

 

[AndyInOz]

Dog walking, woodwork, gardening, learning to play Japanese flutes (shakuhachi).

I'm spoiled here, there's a really nice local park with little walking paths and loads of bushes for the dog to investigate, and I'm only five minutes away from the beach (by car, 20 minutes by bicycle).

 

[BobK]

Botany. Have taken some very suspect backroads succesfully with the car seeking sites with rare plants. But I haven't got around to eating them.

 

[Ken Butcher]

Music, both playing and concert-going, plus I have an veteran car (1904) which I rally a few times a year. It's a bit stressful, as apparent on my face. (I trailer the car around behind the Mitsu.)
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[littlescrote]

Mountain biking, skiing, photography, camping and paddleboarding. The Outlander is great for those. A real outdoor car that can take you many places, park it in a hedge, have a bike rack on the back etc.

 

[AndyInOz]

Mountain biking, skiing, photography, camping and paddleboarding. The Outlander is great for those. A real outdoor car that can take you many places, park it in a hedge, have a bike rack on the back etc.

Hear hear!

I forgot to mention, I tow (and launch) my kayak from mine.

 

[Tech Admin]

Botany. Have taken some very suspect backroads succesfully with the car seeking sites with rare plants. But I haven't got around to eating them.

As a rule I don't eat anything within a quarter mile of the road. I've read the plants pull in toxins. Makes sense to me.

 

[UnhappyCamper]

Very apt thread.

I live up north so do a lot of winter camping. Unfortunately I won't be able to use this vehicle for it.

 

[BobK]

Very apt thread.

I live up north so do a lot of winter camping. Unfortunately I won't be able to use this vehicle for it.

The annoying thing is that the car is very good in the snow, provided the temperature is warm enough to start it. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xkyoH33I6mY

 

[UnhappyCamper]

The annoying thing is that the car is very good in the snow, provided the temperature is warm enough to start it. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xkyoH33I6mY

That's it Bib

 

[Tech Admin]

Very apt thread.

I live up north so do a lot of winter camping. Unfortunately I won't be able to use this vehicle for it.

You got any pics of your gear? I've tried winter camping a few times, and it's always...difficult. I love the cold, but I guess I'm not used to it so after a couple of days I'm ready to pack it all in and go home.

 

[Nickie.01]

You got any pics of your gear? I've tried winter camping a few times, and it's always...difficult. I love the cold, but I guess I'm not used to it so after a couple of days I'm ready to pack it all in and go home.

Sometimes gear is secondary to setup. A good toque, warm wool socks (for sleeping), and a sleeping bag liner that is easy to pull out and dry, can add -20 to your comfort. I laughed when I first saw a vented tent, but after having my sleeping bag frozen to the side of canvas tents (yes I'm that old), I appreciate how important moisture control is. I run a heater before getting into the bag, and have a lantern or heater that is easy to start from in the bag ready to go 5 to 10 minutes before getting up. Good insulation underneath you and smaller sleeping area that is dry and windproof are surprisingly easy to warm with body heat. With the new materials available it is most important to not build a sweat while you sleep. Conditioning is overlooked as a critical factor. Sleeping at progressively cooler temperatures, eating properly, no alcohol, going to bed relaxed, and being layered to adjust your temperature all prepare you for your best cold weather sleep. Limit water consumption just before bed to avoid sweating, and the dreaded cold weather dash.