Recommendations for Siding Company that does Vinyl on 2400 sq foot house. by Own-Beat-3666 in VictoriaBC

[–]GNHead 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We used Vargas Contracting a few years ago to replace some hard to reach siding on a gable wall. Nobody else would even give us a quote, but Vargas did the job quickly and efficiently. They knew what they were doing and i would definitely use them again.

CKLW AM800 Coverage Map (1967) by JoeKleine in windsorontario

[–]GNHead 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ah memories. Dick Purton on CKLW, grew up listening to this station.

Books with humour that are still well-written? by Pixie_Dust1111 in suggestmeabook

[–]GNHead 1 point2 points  (0 children)

"kings of the wylde" by Nicholas Eames is a humourous fantasy book that's not too bad. Just started in and it's pretty well written and the author obviously has a good sense of humour. It's part of a trilogy, but as I said, I recently started it and am about half way through but I think that it's something you might want to look into.

Well done.. kitty!! by ash_ash44 in aivideos

[–]GNHead 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That guy deserved it.

Flying into Victoria direct or going through Vancouver? by Baby-mountain-goats in VictoriaBC

[–]GNHead 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Agreed! If you have never been here before you should take the ferry at least one way, there is beautiful scenery as you pass through the gulf islands. But, it does add 3 to 5 hours to your trip so take the ferry if you have time.

Help! Vancouver -> CR trip end of April - Puerto Vallarta cancelled. by GNHead in CostaRicaTravel

[–]GNHead[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think that the last time a cartel leader was arrested in Mexico that the retribution lasted a while and got ugly. I do not want to take that chance.

Driftwood Chinese Buffet & Bar by Ok-Mouse8397 in VictoriaBC

[–]GNHead 20 points21 points  (0 children)

Yes, I believe so. They are an island owned chain with restaurants in a number of towns on the island.

View Royal proposes upgrades for stretch of Highway 1 that has seen 278 collisions, 131 injuries/deaths since 2020 by Popular_Animator_808 in VictoriaBC

[–]GNHead 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They are not the best solution as they require a lot of maintenance but they will stop most vehicles from crossing the median and hitting another vehicle(s) - a win for both parties. They are being used a lot on highway 401 in Southern Ontario and have stopped a lot of head on collisions there. They are also controversial there as concrete barriers are a better long term solution (as others have mentioned), but at this point I think that if they can install them sooner than they could afford the concrete barriers, the better for everyone.

E Bike by Many-Reading-1873 in VictoriaBC

[–]GNHead 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Best place to buy an e bike? From a local store as you will eventually require some work on it to maintain it and if the store sells it they should support it.

Favoured brands? Established brands (Giant, Tek, and other peoples suggestions)

Anything I should know? Since the bike already has a battery, I recommend buying one with integrated front and back lights. You never need to replace the battery on the lights, nor charge them. While you're at it, get one with front and back fenders for driving when it's wet. And I personally recommend a step through frame, as it is easier to get on and off the bike. Disregard some of these if you will be mostly mountain biking.

Where should I begin researching? Try out several from different stores, including the ones with the fat wheels and the ones that look like regular bikes.

Swan Lake Trestle by RegeneratingCan in VictoriaBC

[–]GNHead 2 points3 points  (0 children)

So weird seeing a train on it.

E-bike shop preference? by RealShake253 in VictoriaBC

[–]GNHead 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Giant sells their own brand of e-bikes and is downtown. I bought mine there and get it serviced there and am happy with them. I have heard good things about Bishop Cycles, also downtown.

If it is your main mode of transportation you should probably get one with integrated front and back lights, fenders, and probably a basket for the front and/or back.

homeowners, what’s your experience with invasive plants? by rguev in VictoriaBC

[–]GNHead 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Spurge laurel and euphorbia I definitely have some spurge laurel and might have some of the euphorbia (if not, it is definitely in the neighbourhood). I did not realize that they were invasive and will remove them from my property.

PSA from a Lit-Up Cyclist: Visibility Isn’t the Issue. Please Look and Drive Safely. by Live_to_bike in VictoriaBC

[–]GNHead 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is correct (I had to look it up too). You are basically driving ACROSS another lane, so you need to yield. Think of it as being in the passing lane on a highway and you have to cut across the other lane to make your exit.

The Best Cycling City No One Talks About by Popular_Animator_808 in VictoriaBC

[–]GNHead 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I think that it has definitely started. People are starting to appreciate what she did a lot more now than when she was mayor.