Moving to Prince Rupert

Old Dec 21st, 2012, 05:08 PM
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Moving to Prince Rupert

I need to join my new job in Prince Rupert in the first week of January and have to move from Surrey.I have never traveled so far by road earlier .The weather is scary and I have an old 2000 Acura ;is it possible that we travel during day time cautiously or is it too dangerous / considering our first trip on Canadian roads. I need my car there as I am moving with my son and my husband will help us settle and then come back.Any and all tips will be welcome! I searched travelling by Ferry but its beyond my means as well it is a tight schedule to drive from port Hardy and be in time for the next ferry.
And I need my car there so can not take Grey Hound. I have rented a basement there which is unfurnished. would be thankful if friends can provide tips on reasonably priced furnishings in the city.
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Old Dec 21st, 2012, 05:34 PM
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It is so hard to tell how the roads are going to be - all dependant on the weather.

Here is the website you should check as it lists the highway conditions on all of the roads in BC.
http://www.bchighway.com/report
I wish you good luck - it is never fun to drive this time of year. My stepson lives in Terrace and gets around just fine but he has a four wheel drive. All I can suggest is to take it day by day watching the road reports. Be sure you have winter tires.
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Old Dec 22nd, 2012, 05:44 AM
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Thanks traveller69,
The website surely helps.
Panzy
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Old Dec 23rd, 2012, 05:39 AM
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One thing that may help you is knowing that the colder it is, the better traction you'll have. If its hovering around freezing its likely to be more slippery as half melted snow and a bit of water on top of ice can make the roads greasy. If its colder than -10 your traction will be great even if there is dry snow or a layer of ice on the highway. The key really is to just take it easy, stay relaxed and also be cautious of approaching traffic. If you feel your vehicle start to slip keep your wheels pointed in the direction that you want to go, lay off the brake and don't hit the accelerator pedal. I've been traveling on BC's northern highways regularly for work for over 20 years and have never had a problem. The roads are usually good but it's also important to be able to recognize conditions that may be a little more dangerous so you can adjust your driving appropriately. I personally like winter driving and feeler some what safer than summer driving. There are less people on the roads, especially those who are sight seeing and not paying attention. Enjoy your drive up and just be cautious.
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Old Dec 23rd, 2012, 05:41 AM
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Also.. Check drivebc.ca for up to date conditions and highway cams.
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Old Dec 25th, 2012, 11:19 AM
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My cousin recently had emergency surgery in Vancouver but has since driven back to Prince Rupert. (Actually she didn't drive, someone did the driving.) Apparently it took them 4 days but given the nature of her surgery, I'm sure they had to take their time.
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Old Dec 31st, 2012, 02:36 PM
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Thanks a ton rafe_vff33 we will use the tips some day and be cautious as advised;for now we had cold feet and are sailing by Ferry tomorrow.New year on the ocean for the first time.exciting I suppose!!! A very Happy New Year to you too!!!
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Old Dec 31st, 2012, 07:43 PM
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Happy New Year panzy - let us know how the crossing was. Good luck with the new job as well.
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