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From: jimb@tekcbi.UUCP (Jim Boland)
Newsgroups: net.travel
Subject: Re: U.S.A. Trip
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Date: Wed, 13-Nov-85 13:49:16 EST
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> Those of you that live in N. Ca & Oregon and probaly the rest of the states out 
> in the Rocky Mt area can skip this (i would hope you already know this). Those 
> of you from the south, east, and midwest (like myself) a word of warning. When 
> it snows in the mountains and you expect to drive thru the passes it is 
> MANDATORY that you have chains on your car. If you don't have them you either go
> back or buy them at probably inflated prices from the nearest service station.
>  
In Oregon mountain areas, you may be required just to carry them.  You
may not have to put them on, but you must carry them.  Conditions vary and
change quickly.  We have signs that say "Carry Traction Devices".  If you
don't carry them and get stuck and cause traffic problems, you may find
yourself in "DEEP" trouble in more ways than just the snow.

Also, a word of advice.  Something that experienced mountain drivers
around here know ----    If you plan to do any driving in snow problem
type areas, particularly remote places,  you should always carry a good
down sleeping bag.  If you get into some trouble with your wheels, and
get stuck or whatever,  that may help keep you alive and warm until
help gets to you.  Anyway, it's a good idea to carry one.