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KurtG
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Gas prices?
Anybody know the current pump price/liter for Magna out of the border region? A friend just reported paying the dollar equivalent of $3.25 in
Ensenada which seems way high to me. The last I heard was 8.6 pesos/liter which at 12.4 pesos/dollar works out to $2.63 gallon.
Thanks,
Kurt
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Phil S
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For years I used to "wonder" what the price of gas was "down there". finally I realized that it wasn't going to be what I was 'hoping' it would be,
so I gave up. Maybe for those that carry large amounts of 'spare' gasoline this could be important.
Guess if the price of gas goes up too much, one would keep buying a car that would keep getting better mileage each time they go down. Eventually, I
can see one coming down in motorcycles. eventually ending up on one of those "California Specials" that recently came down. Then there is always the
busses. Cheap way to travel. And no risk. Well, maybe a little risk. but then after 25 years of driving down sometimes twice a year to Loreto, I've
never seen a 'wrecked' bus on these trips. Hope I never do.
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Bob and Susan
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here in mulege...
8.29peso a liter
thats $2.57usa a gallon
at 12.2peso to one dollar
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Bob and Susan
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the "friend" bought "red" gas
it's a buck more
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Bajahowodd
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First, there is a government policy in effect to gradually increase the cost of gasoline. The background on that is the awareness that aside from the
worldwide limits of crude, Mexico, in particular, has experienced a dramatic decline in the output of its oilfields. So, they are attempting to
achieve a soft landing, by gradually increasing prices, in hope that demand will decline.
Second, similarly to what I've stated about folks who seem almost paranoid about getting the absolute best exchange rate for their money, the same
goes for gas. You're on vacation for God's sake. Who in their right mind could enjoy their vacation while they dither about a couple bucks for gas?
Just got back from two weeks down and up the peninsula, all the way. My ATM card has seven charges for withdrawals. The fee was $3 each time.
So, I spend two weeks in Baja, having a great time, and I should now fret about having spent $21 to get pesos? Geez.
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KurtG
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| Quote: | Originally posted by Phil S
For years I used to "wonder" what the price of gas was "down there". finally I realized that it wasn't going to be what I was 'hoping' it would be,
so I gave up. Maybe for those that carry large amounts of 'spare' gasoline this could be important.
Guess if the price of gas goes up too much, one would keep buying a car that would keep getting better mileage each time they go down. Eventually, I
can see one coming down in motorcycles. eventually ending up on one of those "California Specials" that recently came down. Then there is always the
busses. Cheap way to travel. And no risk. Well, maybe a little risk. but then after 25 years of driving down sometimes twice a year to Loreto, I've
never seen a 'wrecked' bus on these trips. Hope I never do. |
Jeez, I was looking for a simple answer to a simple question not an editorial. I do travel by motorcycle most of the time I'm in Mexico.
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jeremias
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I think it is getting a bit closer to the 3 dollar mark at least as far as Ensenada. Although I haven't really paid much attention to the price per
liter, so hard to say exactly. But since there are plenty of mathematicians here on Nomads, I'm curious as well.
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KurtG
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| Quote: | Originally posted by Bob and Susan
here in mulege...
8.29peso a liter
thats $2.57usa a gallon
at 12.2peso to one dollar |
Thank you Bob, thats the info I was looking for.
Kurt
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tiotomasbcs
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I love the Editorials!! Insights, opinions, experience. If you want facts look back of Baja Nomads previous posts which explain Govtmt policies et
al! I always complain even tho I know it balances out. All posts re Hotels, restaurants involve opinions, aka editorials. Soooo Experience is the
best teacher. Tio
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mulegejim
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It will be what it will be and it is as simple as that.
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mcfez
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| Quote: | Originally posted by KurtG
| Quote: | Originally posted by Phil S
For years I used to "wonder" what the price of gas was "down there". finally I realized that it wasn't going to be what I was 'hoping' it would be,
so I gave up. Maybe for those that carry large amounts of 'spare' gasoline this could be important.
Guess if the price of gas goes up too much, one would keep buying a car that would keep getting better mileage each time they go down. Eventually, I
can see one coming down in motorcycles. eventually ending up on one of those "California Specials" that recently came down. Then there is always the
busses. Cheap way to travel. And no risk. Well, maybe a little risk. but then after 25 years of driving down sometimes twice a year to Loreto, I've
never seen a 'wrecked' bus on these trips. Hope I never do. |
Jeez, I was looking for a simple answer to a simple question not an editorial. I do travel by motorcycle most of the time I'm in Mexico.
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Well.....maybe you should check in at www.snob.com for help! You should be thanking everyone for the time they just gave you....and not giving a retorted remark.
Old people are like the old cars, made of some tough stuff. May show a little rust, but good as gold on the inside.
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Edguero
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It's like EVERYTHING in Baja.
"It is what it is"',
A quote from a great friend, Baja silt ran in his blood.
Miss ya Ed.
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KurtG
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| Quote: | Originally posted by mcfez
| Quote: | Originally posted by KurtG
| Quote: | Originally posted by Phil S
For years I used to "wonder" what the price of gas was "down there". finally I realized that it wasn't going to be what I was 'hoping' it would be,
so I gave up. Maybe for those that carry large amounts of 'spare' gasoline this could be important.
Guess if the price of gas goes up too much, one would keep buying a car that would keep getting better mileage each time they go down. Eventually, I
can see one coming down in motorcycles. eventually ending up on one of those "California Specials" that recently came down. Then there is always the
busses. Cheap way to travel. And no risk. Well, maybe a little risk. but then after 25 years of driving down sometimes twice a year to Loreto, I've
never seen a 'wrecked' bus on these trips. Hope I never do. |
Jeez, I was looking for a simple answer to a simple question not an editorial. I do travel by motorcycle most of the time I'm in Mexico.
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Well.....maybe you should check in at www.snob.com for help! You should be thanking everyone for the time they just gave you....and not giving a retorted remark.
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OK, I officially apologize to all! As to snobbery, if you ever see my motorcycle or car that will be put to rest. Gas prices do not determine if I
travel to Baja or not, a friend with no internet access asked me to get the current prices for him. The problem I had with the "editorial comment" is
that it reflected the author's view not mine. I'm delighted for those of you who do not have to budget for travel expenses but as a retired guy who
lives on social security, a veterans pension and a bit of savings, I do have to plan a bit. If that makes me a snob then so be it but I think those
who actually know me got a chuckle out of that description.
Kurt
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David K
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Have fun on your next trip Kurt! It was nice to travel with you to Mision Santa Maria last May!
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Bajatripper
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| Quote: | If that makes me a snob then so be it but I think those who actually know me got a chuckle out of that description.
Kurt |
I've seen both your bike and your car and would agree, you are anything but a snob. When he isn't traveling by bike, the man drives an older Honda
Civic, can't get much more economical then that. And I'm with you, you put forth a simple question which someone turned into a lecture on lifestyles.
The irony is that KurtG already lives that lifestyle, thus his annoyance at being lectured.
Speaking of someone who has a nack for inadvertently annoying people, how are you, my good friend David K?
Nice to see photos of our outting to Santa Maria mission, good times and good memories. You still planning on heading this way next month?
[Edited on 10-26-2010 by Bajatripper]
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mcfez
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Just your remark was a snob. I am sure that your are not member of www.snob.com but ..........some folks here just plain dont know who you are and the response you gave was indeed a snob job. If you wished a
simple 3 word response to your question...perhaps that should had been stated......this is a place where folks like to talk with details....as you
must have this understanding already from being a long time member of this board. DavidK coming to your defense with all these pictures dont do
erasure of the "simple question not an editorial" remark.
Old people are like the old cars, made of some tough stuff. May show a little rust, but good as gold on the inside.
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bajalou
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As a person that's been on this board for awhile, I can certainly understand the frustration of asking a rather simple question and getting 5-10-20
comments about the subject before anyone gives the simple answer.
No Bad Days
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mcfez
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| Quote: | Originally posted by bajalou
As a person that's been on this board for awhile, I can certainly understand the frustration of asking a rather simple question and getting 5-10-20
comments about the subject before anyone gives the simple answer. |
Yeah...one is pressed for time to get a answer. Must be hell.
Old people are like the old cars, made of some tough stuff. May show a little rust, but good as gold on the inside.
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David K
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| Quote: | Originally posted by bajalou
As a person that's been on this board for awhile, I can certainly understand the frustration of asking a rather simple question and getting 5-10-20
comments about the subject before anyone gives the simple answer. |
That's for sure!
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David K
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| Quote: | Originally posted by mcfez
Just your remark was a snob. I am sure that your are not member of www.snob.com but ..........some folks here just plain dont know who you are and the response you gave was indeed a snob job. If you wished a
simple 3 word response to your question...perhaps that should had been stated......this is a place where folks like to talk with details....as you
must have this understanding already from being a long time member of this board. DavidK coming to your defense with all these pictures dont do
erasure of the "simple question not an editorial" remark. |
I do believe if we can see a real person rather than just a typed message, it helps Nomads seem even more human. Afterall, we are all Baja lovers, so
why there is any hate or nastiness posted is beyond me. I wasn't coming to Kurt's defense, as he didn't do anything that required any. Can't you see
why some irritation when one only asks a rather common question, often asked here, only to get those comebacks? Let it go...
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