June 1st, 2013, 05:50 PM | #1 |
ninjette.org member
Name: Casey
Location: West Virginia
Join Date: Jan 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2012 Triumph Street Triple R, 2004 Ninja 250 Posts: 55
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So, Pittsburgh, PA Lookin' for opinions
Im thinkin' of Making a move there? How is the riding? I saw there is a track a little north, but I'm coming from WV which has twisties freakin' everywhere! Pittsburgh doesn't seem too big and has easy access to outdoor recreation Skiing and paddling seem within easy striking distance.
How is it to live there, good people, traffic, nightlife, general vibe...?? Im not looking for additional suggestions. My job will take me this route (Corporate headquarters is there.) Thanks |
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June 2nd, 2013, 12:56 AM | #2 |
dirty boy
Name: Joe
Location: Johnstown, PA
Join Date: Sep 2012 Motorcycle(s): I don't even know anymore?? Posts: A lot.
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I hate pittsburgh, but people that grew up there seem to love it.
I think it is dirty, lots of bridges and tunnels mean lots of traffic, oh yeah, steelers fans (my opinion might be bias) |
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June 5th, 2013, 09:09 AM | #3 |
my hair matches my bike
Name: Tiffany
Location: Greater Pittsburgh Metropolitan Area
Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Red 250r Posts: 411
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I also hate Pittsburgh but I was a rural girl.
There is Pitt Race in Beaver/Wampum. There's traffic at all hours of the day, especially if you use 376. If you live further North it's not too bad, but you don't start getting twisties until well into the suburbs. I think the only people who really like it are the ones who grew up there. I know people who grew up in the burbs who will tell me they'll never leave, and others who have moved there and are looking to move out. Pittsburgh has generally ****** weather, ****** public transport, horrible grocery stores (AKA ripoff fuelperks lovers), while some culture and entertainment they also want to charge $10+ dollars in parking, jobs are okay but are also inevitably downtown or on the opposite side of the city for you. To give you a guess as to how I felt I lived off of west 376 and it regularly took me an hour to drive the six miles and arrive into downtown. TL;DR - I hope that city is ****ing napalmed. |
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June 5th, 2013, 11:13 AM | #4 | |||
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Name: Dave
Location: Pittsburgh
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I like Pittsburgh. Not a terrible fan of the weather, but other than that it's a great city.
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June 5th, 2013, 12:52 PM | #5 |
my hair matches my bike
Name: Tiffany
Location: Greater Pittsburgh Metropolitan Area
Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Red 250r Posts: 411
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Dave,
Did you grow up in Pittsburgh? |
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June 5th, 2013, 12:58 PM | #6 |
The Corner Whisperer
Name: Chris (aka Reactor)
Location: Northern KY
Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 250 (track), 1992 250, 2006 R6 (street/track), 2008 R6 (track) Posts: Too much.
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Racing the 250 there in 2.5 weeks. Can't wait, heard good things about the track.
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June 5th, 2013, 01:17 PM | #7 |
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Name: Dave
Location: Pittsburgh
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Yes and no. Moved here when I was younger, but grew up partially outside of the area.
Awesome! Let me know what you think. I was considering taking mine up there once I get it back together. |
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June 5th, 2013, 01:20 PM | #8 |
The Corner Whisperer
Name: Chris (aka Reactor)
Location: Northern KY
Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 250 (track), 1992 250, 2006 R6 (street/track), 2008 R6 (track) Posts: Too much.
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Will do a full report. That back straight looks really long though. ahahahhahaha
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June 6th, 2013, 12:26 AM | #9 |
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Name: Adam
Location: PA
Join Date: Aug 2009 Motorcycle(s): '08 zx-14 Posts: 142
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Pittsburgh can diaf. Driving through it is a nightmare. Narrow roads in terrible condition, construction constantly, horrible traffic with worse drivers, no parking that doesnt cost you a limb (if you can find space at all)
It's the only place ive ever been where you can SEE where you want to go 50 feet away, but it takes 10 miles of driving to get there and because of the traffic that 10 miles takes 45 minutes. You couldn't pay me to live there. Edit: Pitt Race is pretty nice |
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June 6th, 2013, 06:51 AM | #10 | ||
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Name: Dave
Location: Pittsburgh
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June 6th, 2013, 08:04 AM | #11 |
my hair matches my bike
Name: Tiffany
Location: Greater Pittsburgh Metropolitan Area
Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Red 250r Posts: 411
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I haven't biked on Pitt Race but I have taken the Mini on it. YOU CAN GO SO FAST.
I wish I could track the 250, but I just fixed it from wrecking it. -.- |
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June 6th, 2013, 01:09 PM | #12 |
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Name: Dan
Location: Perryopolis, PA
Join Date: Mar 2010 Motorcycle(s): 09' Blue Ninja 250R and 07' Honda 919 Posts: 605
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To all the hating on the burgh, move elsewhere.(LOL) I have lived in different parts of the country and the traffic isn't that bad especially if you take the time to find alternate routes. I lived on Mt. Washington for over 10yrs and never had problems getting around. I now live about 30 mins south(better schools for my kids). Road condition does suck but you can be in WV (rte250) within 30-40 mins.
As for moving to the area it depends on where in pittsburgh your corp headquarters is as to how bad traffic is and where you may want to live at. |
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June 6th, 2013, 04:56 PM | #13 |
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Name: Scott
Location: Atlanta
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I like the city when I've been there. If only there werent so many steelers and penguins fans! Ugh!
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June 7th, 2013, 01:26 PM | #14 | |
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Name: Adam
Location: PA
Join Date: Aug 2009 Motorcycle(s): '08 zx-14 Posts: 142
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June 7th, 2013, 02:37 PM | #15 |
ninjette.org certified postwhore
Name: Al
Location: York, Pa
Join Date: Dec 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2013 Ninja 300..............2008 Ninja 500-sold...2009 Ninja 250-Crashed Posts: Too much.
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The police dogs were not overly mean and the drunk tank was full of helpful inmates. I do not remember much else?
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June 7th, 2013, 06:31 PM | #16 |
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Name: Dan
Location: Perryopolis, PA
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June 8th, 2013, 01:56 PM | #17 |
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Name: Adam
Location: PA
Join Date: Aug 2009 Motorcycle(s): '08 zx-14 Posts: 142
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So, 30 mins outside of town. Meaning you don't actually live IN shitsburgh....
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June 8th, 2013, 08:04 PM | #18 |
ninjette.org sage
Name: Dan
Location: Perryopolis, PA
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if you read my posts I lived on mt washington for over 10 years. would still be there if i wouldnt have had kids. pittsburgh is by far more liveable than many large cities. if you hate it so bad why not move? what part of pgh do u live?
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June 14th, 2013, 08:25 AM | #19 |
ninjette.org member
Name: Casey
Location: West Virginia
Join Date: Jan 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2012 Triumph Street Triple R, 2004 Ninja 250 Posts: 55
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Thanks for all The replies. They will help me make my decision. I'm riding my bike up that way soon. I guess i'll run around the area and get a personal feel for the area!
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June 14th, 2013, 09:18 AM | #20 |
ninjette.org sage
Name: Dan
Location: Perryopolis, PA
Join Date: Mar 2010 Motorcycle(s): 09' Blue Ninja 250R and 07' Honda 919 Posts: 605
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What part of the city is your company located? I may be able to give you some suggestions as I travel alot for work.
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