Driving in Phoenix
Aug 9, 2017 10:48:13 #
Aug 9, 2017 11:49:48 #
Most of the issues noted are true - or reasonably close. I lived in Gilbert, Phoenix and Glendale for the 10 years prior to moving a year and a half ago. I hate hot weather, but really liked the Phoenix area. It's very easy to get around - the north-south streets are numbered ("Streets" to the east of Central, and "Avenues" to the west). The east-west streets are named - and relatively easy to remember. The only thing disturbing the easy to navigate grid layout is the occasional outcropping of rock - small mountains, if you will. My biggest complaint in the traffic pattern was a general unwillingness to go when the light changes to green - and especially in the left turn bay, where on occasion they never go at all!!! Once started, however, the street speeds almost always are well above the posted limit.
The constant street work can be frustrating, but I'd rather have that than the potholes forever in other cities! There is a lot of traffic, but the city still is easy to get around - mostly. Just don't be driving when a microburst comes along or when a Habub rolls across the valley!!!
I coach girls' high school basketball (my St. Mary's girls were 2012 National Champions, and all 8 got major D1 scholarships!!!), and the facilities around the city are better than in some other areas where I've lived.
Phoenix indeed is close to two good ski areas, and Sedona, Jerome and other interesting attractions are nearby. Sky Harbor is not a bad airport, and there are several smaller airports available to private pilots.
I moved to Phoenix from Palm Springs, where I had lived for 20 years (out of the frying pan into the fire). There are obvious similarities; I much prefer Phoenix - especially considering the state to which California has fallen. I've seen it over 100 degrees, and pouring rain in Phoenix, but everything is well air conditioned, and passable even for me! Again, I like the Phoenix area! (Even though there's a lot of truth in the post!)
Loren - currently in Baguio City, Philippines
The constant street work can be frustrating, but I'd rather have that than the potholes forever in other cities! There is a lot of traffic, but the city still is easy to get around - mostly. Just don't be driving when a microburst comes along or when a Habub rolls across the valley!!!
I coach girls' high school basketball (my St. Mary's girls were 2012 National Champions, and all 8 got major D1 scholarships!!!), and the facilities around the city are better than in some other areas where I've lived.
Phoenix indeed is close to two good ski areas, and Sedona, Jerome and other interesting attractions are nearby. Sky Harbor is not a bad airport, and there are several smaller airports available to private pilots.
I moved to Phoenix from Palm Springs, where I had lived for 20 years (out of the frying pan into the fire). There are obvious similarities; I much prefer Phoenix - especially considering the state to which California has fallen. I've seen it over 100 degrees, and pouring rain in Phoenix, but everything is well air conditioned, and passable even for me! Again, I like the Phoenix area! (Even though there's a lot of truth in the post!)
Loren - currently in Baguio City, Philippines
Aug 9, 2017 12:36:01 #
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Aug 9, 2017 12:55:03 #
DAVE FISHING wrote:
Only someone from the Phoenix area would understan... (show quote)
You forgot that they are notorious for driving the wrong way on the freeways , happens all the time.
Aug 9, 2017 15:07:54 #
Speaking about freeways, I left Los Angeles mainly because of the freeways. Don't you worry, you'll never see me in Phoenix AZ. By the way, I live in Phoenix, Oregon. Although it's a pleasure living here, it is growing. Don't you worry, if the freeway says 55 you better do 55 or get a ticket.
Aug 9, 2017 16:41:06 #
sirlensalot
Loc: Arizona
It's not the freeways that are frustrating. It's the lack of them. Road rage is now a hobby. Road rage shootings are more like sporting events than crimes due to the frequency. It's 109-111 today, so we turned off the deep fryer and went to air-fried taters and meat. We need all of the electric for the air conditioner. Car dealers now offer built-in scabbards for your door mounted AR-15 or steering column mounted holsters for your Glock 17 as a very affordable option. Extra mags are stored in beautifully appointed custom console pockets. I have to stop now. Its getting to be too much fun.
Aug 9, 2017 20:10:37 #
My sister used to live in Mesa, and my cousin used to live in Scottsdale. They both retired and moved to Prescott this year. They have regained their sanity because they actually have seasons up there in the mountains. Although I live in Peoria Illinois, I have spent some time in what I like to call "The Valley of Death", so I understand and agree with all you have said here.
Aug 9, 2017 20:53:21 #
DAVE FISHING wrote:
Only someone from the Phoenix area would understan... (show quote)
This is so true. One exception.....
10. If someone actually has their turn signal on, it has been 'accidentally activated.' Unless you are in Sun City and there the turn signals are permanently on regardless of where the driver is going straight or turning either direction opposite of what the signal is indicating.
Aug 9, 2017 21:15:43 #
Architect1776 wrote:
This is so true. One exception.....
10. If someone actually has their turn signal on, it has been 'accidentally activated.' Unless you are in Sun City and there the turn signals are permanently on regardless of where the driver is going straight or turning either direction opposite of what the signal is indicating.
10. If someone actually has their turn signal on, it has been 'accidentally activated.' Unless you are in Sun City and there the turn signals are permanently on regardless of where the driver is going straight or turning either direction opposite of what the signal is indicating.
I drove down, E. to W., I-10 with my left turn signal on for I don't know how long. I think the Aliens are activating the turn signals just to get a good laugh.
Aug 9, 2017 21:40:48 #
You folks simply do NOT understand the logic of the left turn signal in Phoenix. Whenever you leave your garage, engage the left turn signal. After all, you will eventually turn left.
Aug 9, 2017 22:30:52 #
PRETENDER wrote:
What are advantages of suffering life there? 
They don't have to shovel snow..................
Aug 9, 2017 23:05:05 #
dcampbell52 wrote:
LOL! the street/avenue is the same in St Petersbur... (show quote)
In Phoenix they both run east & west. Avenues are west of central, and streets are east of Central. I drove to 2227 xxx street and wound up 44 blocks east of where I was supposed to be. I stopped a mailman and inquired as to where the people lived, and he said he'd never heard of them. I thought I was in the twilight zone--never made that mistake again.
Aug 10, 2017 02:15:00 #
Been to Phoenix a couple of times. Driving was a vacation.
Of course - I grew up outside of New York City
Can you say - - Combat Driving ??
Of course - I grew up outside of New York City
Can you say - - Combat Driving ??
Aug 10, 2017 18:11:42 #
azted
Loc: Las Vegas, NV.
As true as all the above is, I'll take driving here over driving in Miami or Boston. In Miami you have either very old slow drivers, or South Americans on crack. Boston has the craziest streets that narrow to 3/4 of a lane and then go to a roundabout. Playing chicken is their favorite sport. So the desert makes for easier driving!
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