And look how much space that cars which aren’t even in use take up. Like 99% of the time they just sit there.

And it’s not even free space. Every inch given to cars is taken away from people and green space.

We need to rebalance the space we all live in.

This is seriously cool!

They have “clyclometers” for clocking miles, with their “double barrel” version able to give you a trip counter as well!

And the headlights? Gas or oil lamps!!

The “camera carrier” is like a modern bikepacking harness.

I kind of want to buy all this stuff now. LOL

For me, it’s screenshots.

I can’t even count how many self-hosted or open source projects I’ve wanted to check out, and the project page is just text.

If I don’t know exactly what I’m getting into in the first 10 seconds, I’m onto something else, especially when it’s something heavily based on UI/UX with frequent interaction.

EDIT: Also, I’m a fan of docker apps to run off my Synology NAS, but it better come with step-by-step instructions, or I won’t bother. There are some good resources for detailed instructions for various self-hosted/NAS/docker related content, but it’s nice when a project actually has this in their documentation.

I’m saying this as someone who used Mint for years due to how it integrated with banks so easily.

I’m currently using Money Manager EX, which is open source. I “self-host” the database file on my NAS, and simply open the file through MM EX’ Windows program.

Since it’s just a simple database (encrypted, of course), it’s easy to back up.

Now, I lost the ability to automatically sync with my bank. This was a blessing in disguise, since it forced me to go over each transaction carefully.

Granted, Mint had me doing the same, but because I spent a lot of time removing duplicates and fixing errors in their sync system. LOL

MM Ex has been very easy to use, and I don’t see a need to self-host the software itself.

I bought myself their MTB pump for my birthday.

Which pump?

After looking at more pumps, there seems to be a “sweet spot” where these are more accurate at different pressures, and “gravel pumps” seem to be what I’m after, being most accurate at <50 PSI. I’ve got small-wheeled stuff that needs to be pumped (trailers, folding bike, etc.), so a lot of the tires I’m pumping will be in the 30-40 psi range.

I believe MTB pumps are also better in these lower pressures.

Been using it recently after switching from Libreddit.

Pro tip: you can use the LibRedirect extension for Firefox to point to the IP address that you self-host, and it’s very seamless.

I only watch these gift videos for self-gifting! LOL

Gift card or cash.

Cycling is so personal, and the likelihood that you’ll get someone a gift that suits them is very unlikely, unless they’ve actually told you what they want/need.

I know. It’s just not an option I’m looking for.

I’ve got one and also used electric pumps. For super early rides, I’d rather not wake up my family with a loud pump.

Yes, I’m familiar with all those brands, I’ve just never owned a floor pump from any of them :) I’ll see what’s available (I’m in Canada) and how easy the parts/rebuild kits would be to get locally.

I can’t believe I have to skip over their tire pumps because they aren’t vegan (leather gasket is used). That’s a bummer.

I’m a Park Tool fan and own quite a few of their bike tools, but I’m not a fan of their chuck style (that lever-type chuck). It does look like they sell just about every replacement part for their home mechanic floor pump, so I’ll keep them in mind!

… it’s not possible to have a forever-pump because all pumps have seals… What you should look for is a company that sells spare parts and rebuild kits.

Yes, to me, BIFL means that it can last a lifetime with proper care and maintenance. Rebuilding/servicing is something I’d expect to do, and I don’t mind that at all!

I like the idea of parts that could be purchased at a hardware store. I’m afraid I don’t know enough about these larger pumps to have a clue what brands or models offer something like that, but that is something to consider :)

Yeah, their prices are like <$100 to $800! LOL But the highest end ones have a pretty robust lifetime warranty.

I’ve been looking at their pumps because they have some pretty good black friday deals right now.

My suggestions, in no particular order:

• Front and rear lights, obviously. You can get lights that offer side visibility and get a front light with a cut off lens so you aren’t blinding oncoming peoole.
• You can get vests or jackets that are basically one big reflector. The brand proviz makes a ton of options, but you can find them cheaper. I had one from a brand off Amazon and had peoole come up to me to ask about it because it was so visible.
• Ankle reflective bands are one of the best types of reflectors you can get.
• Tires with reflective sidewalls are awesome.
• If riding during dusk or dawn, wear high viz with reflective elements. High viz colours alone aren’t very visible in the dark or by vehicle headlights at night.
• Ride in well lit areas, if possible.
• Ride slower than you would during the day.

We aren’t riding large vehicles, so we have to put more effort into being more visible.

A combination of a blinking rear light and reflective gear gives us better odds.

Not clear, but photochromic cycling glasses have been a god send for me.

I can wear them all the time, including inside a store, at night, during bright summer days, or during those rides that start before dawn/dusk.

Before that, i had dedicated clear and dark glasses, but they were highly inconvenient.

Nah, self-hosting is still a solution. And when I self-host, I don’t even need an internet connection to access my files, movies, photos, security cameras, etc.

Yes, we can fix privacy laws, and put in a lot of faith that they will be followed or that our data won’t be lost/sold. But I think everyone benefits when they are in control of their own data.

What we need are more accessible self-hosting options so that even computer n00bs can set up and cut ties with these mega corps.

They’d need to look up from their phones, first.