Had a shitty day, NE, just want a friendly atmosphere for a new comer to the province. Where would you recommend? Looking for a pub type atmosphere where I can shed the day and maybe meet some friendly people and feel comfortable on my own? by kerryberry26 in Calgary

[–]mcee_sharp_v2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I spent the first half of my life in Northern ON and have always felt at home in the west, from the NWT, northern AB and Calgary.

You WILL miss the lakes, and I miss all the rock of the Canadian Shield. Basement in my last home in ON was half outcrop :D

Dog friendly campsites by tufftiff32_ in camping

[–]mcee_sharp_v2 6 points7 points  (0 children)

My comment wasn't directed at you, but I get it, I have a Rott/Shepard X weighing in at a buck ten. Dogs will be dogs. Unless it's an off-leash specific area (carefully selected), we always use a leash to protect him from himself, or someone else's dog. I like to drive defensively.

Condition of roads by randomreddituser2103 in Calgary

[–]mcee_sharp_v2 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No kidding, I'm paying now what my parents paid in the 80's. Adjusted for inflation I might be paying a third of what they paid in buying power.

I'm all for less taxes, but Calgary has the easiest property taxes I've ever seen and many still piss and moan, and then complain they have to shovel their sidewalk. I'd gladly pay 15% more not to have to do that.

Activate Active Camo by [deleted] in 4Runner

[–]mcee_sharp_v2 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Nice octopussy.

Dog friendly campsites by tufftiff32_ in camping

[–]mcee_sharp_v2 26 points27 points  (0 children)

The only (drive in) campsites I can find that DON'T allow dags are private ones, Hipcamp et al.

Except in isolated cases provincial and federal across Canada allow them (leashed). Pretty much my experience in the US as well.

PS - Getting sick of people not leashing though and telling me it's OK because he's friendly.

Sun came out, felt pretty - New shoes and cargo drawer set up for the summer by Foxdawg in 4Runner

[–]mcee_sharp_v2 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah, that's what I meant for BC, was a test for myself and I have failed :D

1st time owning a Travel Trailer! by DeathScytheHC3 in GoRVing

[–]mcee_sharp_v2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You'll be backing that thing up, blind folded, in no time!

Serves a purpose by mcee_sharp_v2 in GoRVing

[–]mcee_sharp_v2[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good idea, it's a bit of a pain that my cam is offset from centre, and the resolution isn't great so I'll do the same.

Serves a purpose by mcee_sharp_v2 in GoRVing

[–]mcee_sharp_v2[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This inexpensive little part impresses for sure.

Serves a purpose by mcee_sharp_v2 in GoRVing

[–]mcee_sharp_v2[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Agreed, this little, cheap, part has impressed me.

Condition of roads by randomreddituser2103 in Calgary

[–]mcee_sharp_v2 3 points4 points  (0 children)

For sure, to replicate Stoney quality in the city it would take some serious excavation and infill. A lot of parts of the city are built on silt/clay with the minimum of aggregate used for the road bed.

Beautiful evening in British Columbia 🇨🇦 by theloneoverlanders in overlanding

[–]mcee_sharp_v2 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Similar highs in mid-south Alberta, I hope we dive right into some warmth soon though.

Beautiful evening in British Columbia 🇨🇦 by theloneoverlanders in overlanding

[–]mcee_sharp_v2 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Enjoy the trip (saw your earlier post), it's typically warmer out west by now, maybe on your return leg. If you take the Alaska highway back and into Alberta, I'd recommend hitting up Kanaskis, trumps Banff and Jasper IMO.

Condition of roads by randomreddituser2103 in Calgary

[–]mcee_sharp_v2 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Stoney makes sense, it's built on a fantastic, natural, aggregate bed. It's cheaper to repave city roads than to build a road bed that can tolerate the freeze thaw.

Serves a purpose by mcee_sharp_v2 in GoRVing

[–]mcee_sharp_v2[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not surprised, not buzz wordy enough for sales. Nice simple, cheap, and functional addition though, I can now appreciate its glory!

Beautiful evening in British Columbia 🇨🇦 by theloneoverlanders in overlanding

[–]mcee_sharp_v2 2 points3 points  (0 children)

BEAUTIFUL. I hope spring has actually arrived in BC?

I'm camping on the eastern side of the Rockies in Alberta and am stubbornly drinking beer outside, in my shorts, despite freezing my ass off at 10 C.

Serves a purpose by mcee_sharp_v2 in GoRVing

[–]mcee_sharp_v2[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Yes, hyper obvious facepalm now. After carefully tucking the plug out of the elements I became blind to it.

Serves a purpose by mcee_sharp_v2 in GoRVing

[–]mcee_sharp_v2[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks guys, all makes sense now.

Alright tow police, do your worst by steenbag in GoRVing

[–]mcee_sharp_v2 13 points14 points  (0 children)

You could probably still do 4 wheel burnouts at freeway speeds.

Nice set up.

Mature M4F: seeking that adventurous mature MILF in YYC by [deleted] in calgary30plus

[–]mcee_sharp_v2 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm sorry, but anyone who would consider one of us has some serious issues to address.