Reddit reviews Carhartt Men's Fleece 2-In-1 Headwear,Black,One Size

>Are taxis shady?

Kinda. Could be worse. Yellow Cab handles most of the city. I think Uber moved in a little less than a year ago.

>Is Jesus gonna bother me on Saturday mornings? / Of particular interest is the influence of the evangelical christians on the makeup and actions of Colorado Springs as a city.

Nope. Springsians keep to themselves. We have the whole FOTF crowd but the culture is nowhere near as religious as most of the south, don't worry.

>What's the vibe there?

Tons of military. A lot of younger folk. The city is starting to pick back up after all of the industry leaving thanks to the tolerable rent (which is rising fast). There really isn't a ton to do if you're used to LA, SF, or SD. The drive up to Denver takes only an hour, two in traffic, so you can always head up there to do anything.

>What are the things you'd only know if you live there?

The northeast of the city is good. The more south you go, the rougher it gets, but the Springs does not have a ghetto in the sense of other cities.

This was made a few years ago but covers it.

If you've never been in a cold climate, you will want some things - a good coat (it can get below zero), a light coat (for when it's 80F but it'll drop down to 40F by quittin' time), snow boots, snow gloves, one of these, one of these, and one of these (kept in your car).

>What problems does Colorado Springs have that I should be aware of?

We have an alarming number of "homeless" like /u/RetiredFett noted. Most of them are bullshitting. For some reason a lot of people love to give them money so I don't really blame them for taking advantage of idiots.

Our road maintenance is (or at least was) complete garbage. The government can't figure out how it works, so much of the city is covered in potholes. Admittedly it's because of Colorado's odd weather - it can be below freezing at night but 80F and raining in the day, day after day, so the water seeps into the road, freezes, and destroys it. But you might want to consider a AAA membership in case you blow a tire.

Our public transport is for shit. I don't know if it honestly exists. You can get a cheap shuttle to the Denver airport for $50(?) if you don't want to park up there, but the economy parking is cheap enough that if you're going anywhere for less than a week and a half, it's cheaper to just drive and park.

I've used many gloves over the years and these are by far the best winter gloves I've had.

https://www.amazon.com/Carhartt-Insulated-Grain-Leather-Safety/dp/B005I34H8A/ref=sr_1_sc_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1510416692&sr=8-1-spell&keywords=charharrt+thinsulate+gloves

Just bare in mind that just because your on the road doesn't mean that you won't be out in the elements. Walking 2 miles in the snow with a wind chill of -20 is no fun if you're just wearing basic jeans.

Having said that when I worked the road I was fine in just fleece lined jeans and if it got really cold a pair of thermals.

I would also get some so of hat with a face mask on it.
I use this particular one.
https://www.amazon.com/Carhartt-Mens-Fleece-Headwear-Black/dp/B0029ZC7AA/ref=sr_1_sc_1?s=apparel&ie=UTF8&qid=1510416995&sr=1-1-spell&nodeID=7141123011&psd=1&keywords=charharrt+face+mask+hat

Because I can still wear my cap with it.

Poncho $10
totes ISOTONER Unisex Hooded Pullover Rain Poncho with Side Snaps, Royal Blue, One Size https://www.amazon.com/dp/B009KSSJVK/ref=cm_sw_r_other_awd_A-oPwb8A9SVRE


Wool socks $20
3 Pairs 80% Merino Wool Socks Mens Womens Large Black,Brown,Gray https://www.amazon.com/dp/B017KQZT52/ref=cm_sw_r_other_awd_J.oPwbPKNWYXJ

Wool blanket $25
Olive Drab Green Warm Wool Fire Retardent Blanket, 66" x 90" (80% Wool)-US Military https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00D1AJVHY/ref=cm_sw_r_other_awd_OapPwb51XCSK0

Gloves water proof $25
Tenn Unisex Cold Weather Plus Gloves - Black - Med (Womens: XL) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00O7RSKGS/ref=cm_sw_r_other_awd_0bpPwbRZHQNWM

Rain Coat $25
Portwest Classic Rain Jacket, Small to XXL, 3 colours - Navy - S https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BJLDYO8/ref=cm_sw_r_other_awd_KcpPwbGR1J558

Beanie $15
Carhartt Men's Fleece 2-In-1 Headwear,Black,One Size https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0029ZC7AA/ref=cm_sw_r_other_awd_tepPwb6T4KQ0Y

I like this hat

If it's sore because of the cold, try something like this.

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I have a bright yellow one I wear when it's 10F>, and the facemask is fairly easy to breathe through. It's also comfortable when the mask is folded up just as a stocking cap.