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tip: Main > Sport > Cycling > How to ride > Cycling in traffic : Night riding: It is especially important to use bright, powered lights on the rear and front of the bicycle when the surrounding environment has no lighting. Hard "cat-eye" reflectors are superior to [...] Great Waves (28)
tip: Main > Sport > Cycling > Mechanics : After cutting the cable housing to fit, slip a sturdy metal cap over the cut end. This will stop it being compressed under pressure when sitting in the braze-ons, and possibly crimping shut onto the s [...] Great Waves (28)
tip: Main > Sport > Cycling > Mechanics : Fixing a flat tube while exposed to heavy rain and without shelter: just switch the tube with a new one. Don't try to repair it. Great Waves (28)
tip: Main > Sport > Cycling > Transporting goods : Choose clip-on panniers instead of strap-on ones. It is just easier. Great Waves (28)
tip: Main > Sport > Cycling > Road : For tougher slick tyres, tape a long strip of rubber from an old tube to the inside of the tyre. Great Waves (28)
tip: Main > Travel : Travel lightly. The less you carry, the easier you move. Great Waves (28)
tip: Main > Sport > Cycling > How to ride : Spin: Spinning is cycling at a fast "cadence" (revolutions of the crank per minute). Touring cyclists general spin at 80rpm, while professional road cyclists spin at 100rpm or more. It is more efficie [...] Great Waves (28)
tip: Main > Living > Survival > Health : Hypothermia = Heat retention + Heat production < Heat loss
tip: Main > Sport > Cycling > How to ride > Adverse conditions : Very hot, dry air: It is unwise to cycle in very hot conditions. It is possible to get sun-stroke and/or blackout. If one becomes dizzy, has a variable pulse, and feels strangely tired, seek shade imm [...] Great Waves (28)
tip: Main > Sport > Cycling > How to ride > Adverse conditions : Cleats and cold feet: Cycling shoes have a metal plate in the sole, which can cause the feet to be cold in wet weather. A couple of solutions are: - A thin pad under the shoe-liner and over this meta [...] Great Waves (28)
tip: Main > Sport > Cycling > How to ride > Adverse conditions : Heavy rain: Use tested waterproof gear, especially on long rides. Not only a raincoat with a hood that fits under your helmet, but also waterproof pants, waterproof full-finger gloves, and waterproof [...] Great Waves (28)
tip: Main > Sport > Cycling > How to ride > Adverse conditions : Strong headwinds: Treat it as hill climbing.
tip: Main > Sport > Cycling > How to ride > Adverse conditions : "Black" ice: Slow down in cold, wet conditions, where frost or snow is apparent on the verge. General tips: — Bridges, overpasses, shadowed areas of the road, and places near water like lak [...] Great Waves (28)
tip: Main > Travel > Camping > Stealth camping : Outback or rural camping: — Leave gates as you find them. — Construct a barrier of thorny branches around tent if wild stock encroach. — Construct a sleeping platform in a tree to [...] Great Waves (28)
tip: Main > Travel > Camping > Stealth camping : Some good campsites: - Public school grounds during school holidays. - Town parks or waysides. - Woods - Behind firehouses (you should ask permission first) - Golf courses, behind bushes, on the [...] thesource (143)
tip: Main > Travel > Camping > Stealth camping : Ask landowners: Rather than illegally camp on private property, try asking the landowners if you can camp on their land. They may even offer you free amenities. This is not stealth camping, but it may [...] thesource (143)
tip: Main > Travel > Camping > Stealth camping : General tips: 1. Pitch late, strike early. Pitch your tent just before sunset, and leave on sunrise. 2. Select a site hidden from roads, paths, and buildings, preferably not on fenced land. 3. Use [...] thesource (143)
tip: Main > Travel > Camping : Choosing a site:
tip: Main > Travel > Camping : Gore-Tex material can be washed with mild soap, in a washing machine, and even put into a drier, a number of times, without harming it. Dirt can reduce the effectiveness of Gore-Tex, so washing can e [...] thesource (143)
tip: Main > Travel > Camping > Sleeping bags : Temperature rating: Use a sleeping bag that is rated for the temperature in which you'll be using it. Don't use a light summer sleeping bag in the middle of winter. thesource (143)
tip: Main > Sport > Cycling > How to ride : Be relaxed: The more relaxed you are on your bike, the less energy you will burn and the more energy you will have. thesource (143)
tip: Main > Living > Food & drink > Food and cooking > Meat tenderisers : Soften meat by cooking it in vinegar. The flavour is slightly sour, like mild natural yoghurt, and can be heightened with mixed herbs or curry-type spices, or else softened with tomato paste. Some vin [...] Great Waves (28)
tip: Main > Sport > Cycling > Mechanics > Tools : Tools/equipment for touring: Do a complete bicycle check several weeks before departure, to reduce the chance of mechanical problems. If cycling unsupported into remote areas, and there is no or very [...] Great Waves (28)
tip: Main > Learning > University : Starting a university: You won't need lots of money.* Advanced education is all about thinking, and is stimulated by an excellent library, as well as presentations by students on their research. * [...] Great Waves (28)
tip: Main > Travel > Camping > Sleeping bags : Cold weather: If you find yourself in very cold weather with a sleeping bag that is not designed for that level of cold, you can do the following: 1. Wear all of your clothes, but with a good "wickin [...] thesource (143)
tip: Main > Travel > Camping > Sleeping bags : Sleeping bag liners will add an extra layer of insulation to your bag, as well as helping to keep it clean. Pure silk is best, as it is lighter to carry, and breathes, helping to stop moisture from f [...] thesource (143)
tip: Main > Travel : Email whilst travelling: It's generally much preferable to use email software on your own netbook or laptop than to use webmail. But the problem comes when sending email, because when you are connecti [...] thesource (143)
tip: Main > Travel : GPS Units are now quite affordable, and are a bonus no matter what kind of traveling you are doing. thesource (143)
tip: Main > Travel > International travel : Credit cards: Tell your credit card company where and when you will be traveling, to help them prevent fraudulent use of your card. thesource (143)
tip: Main > Travel > International travel : GPS units: These are becoming much cheaper, and if you plan on spending a lot of time in a particular country then it might be worth buying one that comes complete with the maps for that country. [...] thesource (143)
tip: Main > Travel : Netbooks: These small laptops, with built-in wireless internet access, are great for travelers. The addition of a prepaid USB key can provide access to the internet through the mobile phone network [...] thesource (143)
tip: Main > Travel > International travel : Emergency money: Keep a small amount of cash hidden away for emergencies. A few travelers cheques are also a good backup. Several different sources of funds are the best bet, including credit cards. thesource (143)
tip: Main > Travel : Avoid losing your wallet to pickpockets: Smart travelers carry a cheap wallet with no money in a visible pocket to trick pick-pockets, and keep their real wallet hidden. thesource (143)
tip: Main > Travel > Travel insurance : If you apply for a "Gold" credit card you may be able to get free travel insurance included with it. Consult with your bank. thesource (143)
tip: Main > Living > Money > Credit & store cards > Interest rates : Interest free days on your credit card: If you have, say up to 55 interest free days on your credit card purchases, it doesn't mean you have 55 interest free days from the day you make your purchase. [...] thesource (143)
tip: Main > Household > Power-saving > Appliances : Washing machines: The major cost with washing machines is the cost of heating the water. If your clothes are not very dirty then try using a warm or even a cold water wash and rinse, instead of using [...] thesource (143)
tip: Main > Living > Food & drink > Food and cooking > Cooking with the Sun : Store parabolic cookers carefully, so they do not accidentally burn anything. For instance, turn them against a wall, and cover with a cloth. Great Waves (28)
tip: Main > Living > Food & drink > Food and cooking > Cooking with the Sun : Keep the reflector clean, free of dust and spilled food. Clean with a smooth cloth and window-cleaning detergent. Great Waves (28)
tip: Main > Living > Food & drink > Food and cooking > Cooking with the Sun : General tips: - Adjust the cooker to face the sun every 20-30 minutes (or in advance). For this reason, it is difficult to burn food by forgetfulness. - Wear polarised sunglasses, and don't look [...] Great Waves (28)
tip: Main > Living > Food & drink > Food and cooking > Cooking with the Sun : Solar cooking focusses reflected sunlight onto a black container. One should also strive to retain any heat thus generated. Parabolic cookers use the former principle best, box cookers use the latter [...] Great Waves (28)
tip: Main > Living > Food & drink > Food and cooking > Pressure Cookers : Steaming: place food in a steaming basket or ceramic bowl inside the cooker, in a few centimeters of water. Grains: cover the bowl with alfoil. Bagels and bread: don't cover the bowl. Great Waves (28)
tip: Main > Living > Food & drink > Food and cooking > Pressure Cookers : Modern cookers have several safety mechanisms to ensure steam can always escape. ALSO, The best cookers prevent opening the lid when steam is built-up inside, e.g. lid held closed by steam pressure. [...] Great Waves (28)
tip: Main > Living > Food & drink > Food and cooking > Pressure Cookers : Pressure cooking is a very good idea. It cuts 60-70% of cooking time (and electricity), as well as water. Great Waves (28)
tip: Main > Living > Food & drink > Food and cooking > Preserves, pickles, fermenting, etc. : Panir: Very tasty, easy-to-make. A cheap alternative to tofu. To serve 4 people: - Heat 1L. whole-cream milk to 80 deg. Celsius. - Add lemon or lime juice, 1 teaspoon at a time until curds form. St [...] Great Waves (28)
tip: Main > Sport > Squash : The flick: This is crucial to good squash. Flick the racquet at the last moment before hitting the ball. The ball's velocity increases dramatically, and this in turn increases the number of positions [...] Great Waves (28)
tip: Main > Sport > Squash : Most important: Keep your eyes on the ball at all times. Great Waves (28)
tip: Main > Household > Cleaning : Keep water bottles fresh: In order to eliminate or prevent that swampy taste in reused water bottles, sanitize them by spraying white vinegar on the opening and swishing some white vinegar all around [...] ElizabethI (6)
tip: Main > Living > Living on a budget : Dental Prevention: Brush and floss daily. Purchase a dental tartar scraper, and use that weekly or more often. Before brushing, rinse with hydrogen peroxide, then rinse with hydrogen peroxide again be [...] ElizabethI (6)
tip: Main > Living > Living on a budget : Compost in-ground: Dig a deep hole in the ground and leave the dirt in a mound next to the hole. Add the composting material daily (immediately is better, but if you leave it in your house longer than [...] ElizabethI (6)
tip: Main > Household > Cleaning > Clothes : Yellow armpits on clothes: Quit using deodorant with aluminum. Not only does deodorant with aluminum mix with some people's body chemistry in such a way to cause yellow armpits on their clothes, but t [...] ElizabethI (6)