Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 Review: Bone Conduction for Bike Commuting
A 40-something bike commuter's honest take on the orange Shokz OpenRun Pro 2: open-ear safety, lightweight neckband comfort, USB-C charging, waterproofing, and the sound-quality trade-off.
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Goodbye Apple Watch Ultra, Hello Garmin Enduro 3: A Month on One Charge
After 8 months of daily charging fatigue with the Apple Watch Ultra, I switched to the Garmin Enduro 3 — readable MIP display, solar charging, and weeks of battery life.
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Our Last Days in Hokkaido: When the JR Trains Stopped in Otaru
Our final days in Japan — convenience store breakfasts, Don Quijote souvenirs, and a chaotic dash from Otaru to New Chitose when every train stopped running.
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Solo in Otaru: A Slow Backpacking Trip Without Snow
A relaxed, unplanned 4-night Hokkaido trip — Sapporo to Otaru's canal, century-old Airbnb house, music boxes, supermarket sushi, and gorgeous animation-like scenery.
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Summer Hokkaido Day 3-4: Jozankei Onsen & Otaru Canal
A summer trip through Sapporo, Jozankei Onsen's open-air baths, and Otaru — fresh sushi, the historic canal, century-old streets, and unexpectedly hot midsummer days.
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Sapporo Day Out: Ippudo Ramen and Moiwayama Observatory Views
A relaxed day in Sapporo, Hokkaido — miso ramen at Ippudo, a walk through Odori and Maruyama Park to Hokkaido Shrine, and sunset views from the Moiwayama Observatory.
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Sapporo Hokkaido on a Budget: Susukino Streetcar & Ralse Market Sushi
First night in Sapporo, Hokkaido on a penny-pinching trip: riding the Susukino streetcar to Ralse market for cheap discounted sushi, highballs, and beer.
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Bike Commuting from Ilsan to Seoul Along the Han River
A 25km evening bike commute from Ilsan to Sangam-dong, Mapo-gu via the Han River path—past Haengjusanseong Fortress and World Cup Bridge in about an hour and ten.
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Han River Coat Hanger Loop on a Brompton Minivelo
Riding Seoul's coat hanger course from Sangam-dong via World Cup Bridge and Jamsil Railway Bridge — 58km in 31°C heat and a brutal west wind on a 16-inch minivelo.
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Bike Commute from Ilsan Pungdong to Sangam DMC After a Week Off
Back from a week off after a degenerative disc diagnosis, I commuted by bike from Pungdong, Ilsan to Sangam-dong DMC — past Baengma crossing, Madu underpass, and Gayang Bridge.
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CamelBak Running Belt Silicone Water Bottle: A Real-World Review
Hands-on review of the CamelBak running belt's silicone water bottle for bike commutes, runs, and hikes—covering the double lock, fit, drinking spout, and easy daily cleaning.
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CamelBak Ultra Belt: One Running Belt for Cycling and Jogging
Why I bought the CamelBak Ultra Belt to carry phone, keys, and a 500ml bottle while running and biking — a hands-free running belt that fits both.
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Sangam-dong to Han River Run: Pegasus 40 & Haneul Park
An easy early-morning run from Sangam-dong along Bulgwangcheon to the Han River in the Nike Pegasus 40, passing Worldcup Bridge and the Haneul Park metasequoia path.
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Therm-a-Rest Uberlite Regular Review: A 10-Year Summer Air Mat
After 10 years I replaced my air mat with a Therm-a-Rest Uberlite Regular. Light, packs under 1L, comfy full-length—my honest review vs the Nemo Tensor Short.
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Gossamer Gear Fast Kumo: A Light, Pretty Summer Backpacking Pack
My honest take on the 610g Gossamer Gear Fast Kumo — why I chose it for summer trips, the overseas ordering and customs hassle, and how it compares to my Lightning 45.
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Noeul Camping Ground: Kolon Aerolite 2 Backpacking Review
Snagging a cancellation at Seoul's Noeul Camping Ground for a humid, mosquito-filled night — plus a hands-on review of the green Kolon Aerolite 2 tent.
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Sapporo on Foot: Beer Museum, Sapporo Factory & Odori Park
Walking Sapporo from Odori Park and the TV Tower to Sapporo Factory and the Sapporo Beer Museum — clean streets, kind locals, repurposed old buildings, and honest beer-tasting notes.
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Walking to Susukino: A Foot Traveler's Sapporo Lodging Tale
Strolling through Sapporo on foot to my Susukino Airbnb—bicycle parking, pedestrian-first streets, the Clock Tower, address mix-ups, and a great-value stay.
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Hokkaido Backpacking Day 1: Incheon to Sapporo by JR Rapid Airport
From DMC Station's first train to Hokkaido at 18°C — flying into New Chitose Airport, withdrawing yen via Seven Bank, riding the JR Rapid Airport to Sapporo, and a local lunch.
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Brompton P Line Pedal Swap: A DIY Story After 2 Years
My 2022 Brompton P Line's stock pedals failed after two years. Here's my DIY pedal swap — the thin spanner trick and where to borrow the tool for free.
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MKS Sylvan Stream Pedal Upgrade for the Brompton P-line
Swapping a Brompton P-line's worn click-clacking pedals for Japan-made MKS Sylvan Stream Next pedals — fully detachable, buttery roll, and a real-world speed bump for casual riders.
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2022 Brompton P Line: Carbon-Rail Saddle Swap Success
Fitting a carbon-rail saddle on a Brompton P Line meant ordering the right carbon-compatible clamp. A light aftermarket part, torqued to 10nm, finally dialed it in.
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06:00 Legs Day PT: Hip Abduction & Super Squat for a 40s Beginner
A mid-40s, one-meal-a-day beginner's dawn PT leg session — hip abduction and Panatta Super Squat machines, dialing in form, weight, and a workout-a-day routine.
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Late-Night Gym Routine: A Beginner's Machine Workout
After-work weight training as a gym beginner — lat pulldown, chest press, hip adduction and abduction, plus my take on sets, rest times, and pushing for real muscle stimulus.
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40대 직장인의 새벽 공복 운동, 상암동 헬스장 등 운동 기록
한 달 만에 다시 시작한 40대 직장인의 새벽 공복 웨이트 트레이닝. 랫풀다운, 시티드 로우, 페이스 풀로 등과 후면 어깨를 단련한 다이어트 운동 기록.