Flat tire on the ride today and had to hike it back to the parking lot. Tried a natural lemongrass/eucalyptus mosquito repellent but apparently it only works where it is directly sprayed. I got 12 bites in a 4 inch patch on the back of my arm I didn't spray.
Edit: Replaced the tube and put the original gear ring back on. It was OK on road and paved trails but the extra tall gearing was a hindrance on single track.
Edit: had a whole tree (approx 8" trunk) fall about 20ft away from me today... one of those hehe I'm in danger moments.