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Dianamo
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Registered: 12-27-2005
Location: SF Bay Area, CA when not in El Cardonal
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anxiously awaiting Santiago's
travel update for today!
Minds are like parachutes...they only function when open!
\"The price of apathy is to be ruled by evil men.\" - Plato
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Bajahowodd
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Sorry, but I really don't think this post belongs in this thread. JIMHO.
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Bajaboy
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| Quote: | Originally posted by Bajahowodd
Sorry, but I really don't think this post belongs in this thread. JIMHO. |
And neither does your comment. JIMHO
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BajaSurprise
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| Quote: | Originally posted by Bajahowodd
The hurricane received so little attention in the US media, mostly because once it was clear that Los Cabos was spared, it ceased being an interesting
story North of the border. Because most of the the folks NOB only know of Los Cabos. That said, it breaks my heart to find three of the most precious
little towns in Baja suffering so much. San Ignacio, Santa Rosalia and Mulege were the more or less hidden gems of Baja, each with their own unique
character. Here's hoping that their restoration will make them even more inviting. |
That is certainly part of the reason. Another reason is that Atlantic hurricanes typically pose a direct threat to the southeastern US, whereas
Pacific hurricanes never reach the US.
I am a newbie to this group, but not to Baja. I have driven the length Hwy 1 over a dozen times with my own family and friends, and have been far off
the beaten track on many occasions. My first trip down was in 1987, and I fell in love with the place right away, particularly the Sea of Cortez
communities. I envy those of my countrymen who have had the good fortune to call Baja Sur home, and I hope to join you one day. My heart goes out to
all of you, and to all of the good citizens who have lost so much. You are all in my thoughts. I have seen the resilience and ingenuity of both the
baja people and the transplants in practice before, and I know how this will turn out. You are all an inspiration.
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Bajahowodd
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That is certainly part of the reason. Another reason is that Atlantic hurricanes typically pose a direct threat to the southeastern US, whereas
Pacific hurricanes never reach the US.
That's if you don't count Hawaii.
Poor Poipu Beach and the Island of Kauai got totally hammered in '82 and '92.
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harbormaster
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any road reports from San Felepe to Gonzaga bay?
Didn't see any reports from the Gonzaga Bay area as far as the roads were concerned. Was going to travel to Punta Bufeo from San Felepe, and that road
was bad enough (Bad road good poeple...), but it looks like they must have gotten alot of rain which could have caused some washed out areas. How did
the new section (south of Puertecitos) survive its first heavy rain?
thanks
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Bajahowodd
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Just wondering. I don't claim to be an expert about Mexico, or Baja. My credentials consist of someone who has traveled to Mexico since the very early
seventies. Been all over Mexico. But have to admit that I have spent more time in Baja than anywhere else. After watching the forum resond to
hurricane Jimena, I had this nagging feeling that there are folks who embrace the idea that the country of Mexico is unable to protect and help its
own people. There have been a number of posts proferring the concept that Mexican relief agencies, and the government as a whole, are working
successfully to ease the pain and help their citizens. Personally, as someone who has spent a great deal of time in Mexico for three decades, I just
wonder that, in 2009, should people cling to the old ideas that nobody cared.
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makomarkos
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Arrived home Los B 1800hrs from GN Wed 09 condition update
road open all the way to Cabo
gas and diesel everywhere except station next to military at GN
electricity in most places but Mulege. Maybe tonight or tomorow. Insurgents out also
Cell phone coverage at all towns except Mulege
New road from La Paz to San Antonio the worst of all. Lotsa washouts and potholes
Mulege, Santa Rosalia, Insurgentes and Constitution REAL BAD CONDITION. THEY GOT WACKED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Loreto too but not half as bad.
More details later
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Bill Collector
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Thanks Mako,
that will help out our friends who are trying to figure out when they can leave San Diego to come down this way.
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David K
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| Quote: | Originally posted by harbormaster
Didn't see any reports from the Gonzaga Bay area as far as the roads were concerned. Was going to travel to Punta Bufeo from San Felepe, and that road
was bad enough (Bad road good poeple...), but it looks like they must have gotten alot of rain which could have caused some washed out areas. How did
the new section (south of Puertecitos) survive its first heavy rain?
thanks |
From what I have read and seen here and on other forums, the weather from Jimena didn't do anything bad north of L.A. Bay. This was per chat room
posts from Doc (Camp Gecko) on Mia's forum.
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BajaNuts
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Location: eastern WA, the DRY side
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Mood: no worry, no hurry....it's all good!
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welcome and thanks for posting to bajasurprise, harbormaster and Mako.
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fuelpusher2
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Received this from friends who just made the drive south 9/09-9/10.
The road conditions (San Diego to Loreto) were mostly good. The big bridge at Santa Rosalia had been repaired the five small bridges south of there
all had damage & you had to detour through the dirt lost about a half hour.
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oldjack
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Location: Los Barriles
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will be crossing into Tecate on Tuesday morning... I hope I gleaned in correctly that there is gasoline available everywhere(particularly south of
Guerrero Negro...) heading for Los Barriles...
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pangamadness
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Mako, you were State side?
Mako, You were state side and did not say hi. I will not be so rude. See ya in Oct.
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makomarkos
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Pangamadness. I'm sorry. I have alot to be ashamed of and will discuss over a Ballena soon!!!!
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tehag
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SD - Loreto 9/13-14
Worst of the whole trip is the gravel and dirt for a couple of miles just out of Maneadero, 70 miles from the border.
No sign of Jimena until after Viscaino, then it starts getting green. Some arroyos past San Ignacio aren't completely clear yet, but no problem, just
slow down a bit. Then from Santa Rosalia on south there are a lot of slow-down spots. They are all well marked with orange markers. 20mph may be a
little hot for a couple of them. The only real detour is between San Bruno and Palo Verde and has been there for months. 5 hours GN to Loreto — near
normal for me. I wouldn't try it on a skateboard, but the VW Golf was just fine.
Certainty is the child of ignorance, knowledge is the mother of doubt. Question everything!
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Bajahowodd
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Geez. Is that road South of Maneadero still under construction? It was a mess in late June.
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baja Steve
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Need in for on these areas
Needing info and road conditions for the following areas. Aqua Verde, Comondu’s, Las Barrancas, San Gregoro, Ejido Cadeje, San Jose De Gracia. Can get
needed items to them if we can get there.
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baja Steve
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Need info on these areas
Needing info and road conditions for the following areas. Aqua Verde, Comondu’s, Las Barrancas, San Gregoro, Ejido Cadeje, San Jose De Gracia. Can get
needed items to them is we can get there.
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baja Steve
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Need info on these areas
Needing info and road conditions for the following areas. Aqua Verde, Comondu’s, Las Barrancas, San Gregoro, Ejido Cadeje, San Jose De Gracia. Can get
needed items to them is we can get there.
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