This Rudraksha mala took two years to turn from yellow skin to Oxford red through the breaking-in (patina process).
Oxford red transformationLooking back at the photos from when I first got it and comparing to now, I can barely believe
Admire a set of Rudraksha (small) that has been broken in for three years, with a ruddy and translucent color.
Rudraksha (small) appreciationLooking back at the photos from when I first got it and comparing to now, I can barely bel
When Breaking-in Rudraksha, Do You Need 30% Breaking-in and 70% Brushing? Let Me Explain
Breaking-in and Brushing RatioI’ve been playing with Rudraksha for a few years now. When it comes to breaking-in Rudraks
There’s a lot of grime hidden in the grain of Rudraksha. How do you clean it thoroughly?
Grain cleaningI have been playing with Rudraksha for several years, and a lot of dirt is hidden in the grain of Rudraksh
My Rudraksha hasn’t changed after half a year of breaking-in — is my method wrong?
No changes during breaking-in (patina process)I have been playing with Rudraksha for several years, and my Rudraksha has
How can new buyers avoid pitfalls when purchasing Rudraksha? Be sure to keep these points in mind
New player pitfallsI have been playing Rudraksha for several years. How do new players avoid pitfalls when buying Rudrak
Do you need to wear gloves when breaking-in Rudraksha? It’s different for dry hands and sweaty hands
Breaking-in (patina process) with glovesI've been playing with Rudraksha for several years. When breaking in Rudraksha,
Why Are Your Rudraksha Holes Turning Black? It Might Be This Reason
Darkening around the bead holesI've been breaking in Rudraksha for years now. Why do the holes in your Rudraksha turn bl
Rudraksha left sitting for a while without breaking-in, took it out and found it moldy—what to do?
Dealing with moldI've been breaking in Rudraksha for years now, and left it sitting without handling. Today I'm putting
Cycling Log: How to Plan a Long-Distance Ride Without Rushing
很多朋友问我长途骑行怎么安排才不累。我的经验是：不要把每天的里程定*，留出弹性。几点建议：一、出发前把路线和住宿先定个大概，但每天只计划一半的里程，剩下的看体力和风景随机发挥；二、补给别只看里程，按时间补：每骑一个半小时就歇五分钟，喝几口水…
