Does anyone here live in a mountainous region?

[Whatthefluff]

Do you have tough winters? What kind of vehicle do you drive?

[WindAtMyBack]

I lived at 7000 feet elevation. That town averaged about 70-72 inches of snow a year. Most people drove regular cars. As long as the snow doesn't get too deep you can get around in a regular car. They kept the roads fairly clear so it was not usually a problem. Every now and then it would get deep enough that a car would bottom out, but that didn't last long.

[andreasderjuengere]

I live on a mountain top - 76 meters above sea level. Below me in the surrounding valleys a kind of civilization can be found. Unlike common stereotypes, we do have a few shops near for basic supplies. No tigers or elephants directly threaten my existence.

Winters can be harsh and as cold as 22 degrees (C) - I even sometimes have to put on a windbreaker jacket.

I had tried a bicycle once, but found it too exhausting to reach my home after a trip out. I now use a motor-scooter (it's the kind with two wheels).

[musicbrain5]

22 degrees, or -22 degrees?

[andreasderjuengere]

@musicbrain5 I saw -20 only once in my life. That's one reason why I moved a little more south. To Thailand.

[musicbrain5]

Interesting. I like how people in various climates experiences seasons and temperatures differently. +22 C is a warm spring or fall day in my part of Canada. -22 C is a regular winter day. Can go down to -35 sometimes here.

[musicbrain5]

Ah, I wish. We get decent amounts of snow without the mountain views here, lol.

[musicbrain5]

Do you need help with tire recommendations? Because it’s the tires that really count.

[Whatthefluff]

Snow tires?

[musicbrain5]

Yes.

[Whatthefluff]

I would assume go name brand like Goodyear

[musicbrain5]

Yes those are good.

[beernbacon69]

Yes, I live in Colorado at around 5300' elevation. So technically not "in" the mountains but a short 10 minute drive away. I'd say our winters down here are pretty mild compared to wear I lived in the midwest, it's not odd to have 50 or even 60 degree days even in December or January. I drive a Ford F-150 so I do have 4 wheel drive when needed, and sometimes going up skiing or camping in the mountains it's definitely a benefit.

[Wise4myage]

No I don't. I live on the northern tier, but we do get lots of snow every winter. Four wheel drive vehicles are a must in the winter. I drive a Chevy Colorado.

[Havthrills]

Where I lived when growing up is the rocky mountains. We used to get 4 to 6 feet of snow in the winter.

[Anonymous]

Does this count as mountainous region?

[Avatar74]

I live in a very steep area, its a nightmare when there's snow and ice. The bonus is however that in good weather the views are great.

[smahala1991]

I do, they can be mild to kinda rough in my area

[gerald5466]

no, i live in Missouri so not close to any mountains

[Zolly99999]

I wish I did. I love mountains