jloirsdaan 0 #1 September 19, 2008 My wife and I will be moving to Alameda in November. She is in the Coast Guard, thats the reason. Just wondering how it is there, nice area? I see it is close to Oakland. If we don't get base housing right away, how is the part of Oakland that is closest? Or would it be better to find a place in Alameda, or elsewhere even. As far as skydiving goes, it looks like Davis, Byron, and Lodi are all close to the same distance. We've been jumping at Skydance, but we're thinking of checking out Lodi this weekend. We are living in Petaluma at the moment. She is training here, we've only been in CA for about 2 months now. It's not too far of a drive down, but from the couple of times we've driven to San Francisco, and coming in through Oakland, we haven't gotten up the will to make the drive due to traffic. We really like it here in the Bay Area so far. We both grew up in South Carolina, so it's been an experience so far. Nice weather, hasn't rained a drop since we got here in late June. Looking forward to meeting new people. Skydance is a great DZ, haven't met too many people there yet though. Anyone jump at Lodi? What's the DZO's choice of beer? If I don't get an answer to that, I guess I'll give them a call tomorrow to check. Looking forward to meeting a few more DZ.com peeps that jump out here on the left coast. Jordan Go Fast, Dock Soft. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skybytch 273 #2 September 19, 2008 QuoteSkydance is a great DZ, haven't met too many people there yet though. Well, hell. Say hi next time you're there. We were the ones walking on the slackline last weekend. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jloirsdaan 0 #3 September 19, 2008 And I was the one being a slacker while my wife was packing. I didn't mean that to come off negative. We are both "shy" I guess you could say. It's our fault for not being outgoing. We'll make sure to introduce ourselves in person next time. Jordan Go Fast, Dock Soft. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NWFlyer 2 #4 September 19, 2008 Quote Quote Skydance is a great DZ, haven't met too many people there yet though. Well, hell. Say hi next time you're there. We were the ones walking on the slackline last weekend. Definitely say hi to the Bytch. She's good peeps. And I will make it out there one of these days to catch up with you two - it's been too long since Scott Miller's course! I gotta move into my apartment this weekend, though. As for Alameda, I don't know too much about it specifically, but I think that in general it tends to be safer and rents are going to be higher than Oakland. Oakland's going to vary greatly neighborhood by neighborhood safety-wise - having just conducted an apartment search in Oakland, I'll be glad to share my experiences with you, though I'm still a total noob to the area, so I don't know all that much."There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human duty, the duty to take the consequences." -P.J. O'Rourke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skybytch 273 #5 September 19, 2008 Quote And I was the one being a slacker while my wife was packing. LMAO! Thought so. Quote We'll make sure to introduce ourselves in person next time. Catch me when I'm not working with students and I'd love to go do some RW with you guys. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jloirsdaan 0 #6 September 19, 2008 It has been a long time. From the web it seemed Alameda would be more expensive. I may just call on your experience if we don't get housing with the CG. Hope to see you out and about soon. I will introduce myself next time out, in fact there were a few people giving me a hard time about Lisa packing. So have a face to put with a name now, and will be sure to say hello. edit to add: My wife's name is Lisa also (although Krisanne knows that) Jordan Go Fast, Dock Soft. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jloirsdaan 0 #7 September 19, 2008 QuoteCatch me when I'm not working with students and I'd love to go do some RW with you guys. Sounds great, will do. We had plans that just fell through for Saturday, so we will probably be out. We were planning on Lodi for Sunday. Jordan Go Fast, Dock Soft. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
monkycndo 0 #8 September 19, 2008 I live a stones throw on the other side of the estuary in Oakland. Have several non-skydiving friends that live over there. I'll be happy to answer any questions I can about the neighborhoods near the base. BlueSkiesKel used to be stationed there. She might be able to help.50 donations so far. Give it a try. You know you want to spank it Jump an Infinity Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jloirsdaan 0 #9 September 19, 2008 Thank you, how bad is traffic in that specific area? I may PM you as November gets closer if you don't mind. Jordan Go Fast, Dock Soft. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
monkycndo 0 #10 September 19, 2008 Crossing the bridges (High St/Fruitvale/Park Blvd) onto the island at rush hour can be a bear. But for the most part, not to bad. Glad to help if I can.50 donations so far. Give it a try. You know you want to spank it Jump an Infinity Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
