Dallas / Orlando

Dave · 12-13-2009, 09:41 AM

Not exactly motorcycle related but this forum's about a close to a general topic.

Presently I work for Penske Logistics. Our contract with CSK Auto expires on 03/06/2010. O'Reilly Auto Parts bought CSK and are not going to renew. So I'm looking to transfer. There's an open positions in Dallas and Orlando. I was wondering what's it like there. I can not believe there are too many places worse than here in Southern California. Other than the weather, this state has gone to the dogs.

Dave

trosco · 12-13-2009, 10:35 AM

With in a couple hundered miles of Dallas is some great riding and a city that size has lots to offer. It will take a full day minimum to get anywhere in Texas. It's huge!
Orlando on the other hand, like all florida, doesn't have moutains (it's a days ride to the smokies) but there are motorcyclists galore everywhere and everyone like to ride a lot! And there are some roads that aren't straight. You have the ocean in less than a hour, and two of the worlds largest motorcycle events with in 1 1/2 hours. Every kind of food, and every kind of entertainment in the world is available in Florida. It truly is a melting pot of humanity.

**coacha** · 12-13-2009, 12:07 PM

Depending on the area of Orlando, it isn't too bad. Traffic in the city itself is a PITA to deal with. Northeast of O-town has some great riding areas, south, well, it is really, really flat.

**coacha** · 12-14-2009, 10:20 AM

Just read an article online that stated that Orlando metro area was one of the most over priced real estate markets in the U.S.

AlabamaNomadRider · 12-20-2009, 05:35 PM

Seems all the states have gone to the dogs or whatever. I have been in Dallas and Orlando. I would pick The Big D to work and live in the outskirts maybe even Lindale where Trip resides. I do love Texas and if it weren't for my wife I would probably be living close to my daughter in Killeen.

Some of the most scenic rides you will ever enjoy are to be found in Texas. Good luck on your decision. Let us know what you decide.

**glwilson** · 12-20-2009, 06:24 PM

Hey Dave...

...with all the humidity in Florida... your bike will get water-cooled!!

12-13-2009, 09:41 AM	#1
Dave Sr. Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Itchycoo Park Posts: 3,422	Dallas / Orlando Not exactly motorcycle related but this forum's about a close to a general topic. Presently I work for Penske Logistics. Our contract with CSK Auto expires on 03/06/2010. O'Reilly Auto Parts bought CSK and are not going to renew. So I'm looking to transfer. There's an open positions in Dallas and Orlando. I was wondering what's it like there. I can not believe there are too many places worse than here in Southern California. Other than the weather, this state has gone to the dogs. Dave Login or Register to Remove Ads
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12-13-2009, 10:35 AM	#2
trosco Sr. Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 1,464	Dallas / Orlando With in a couple hundered miles of Dallas is some great riding and a city that size has lots to offer. It will take a full day minimum to get anywhere in Texas. It's huge! Orlando on the other hand, like all florida, doesn't have moutains (it's a days ride to the smokies) but there are motorcyclists galore everywhere and everyone like to ride a lot! And there are some roads that aren't straight. You have the ocean in less than a hour, and two of the worlds largest motorcycle events with in 1 1/2 hours. Every kind of food, and every kind of entertainment in the world is available in Florida. It truly is a melting pot of humanity. __________________ trosco: just call me Ross 2007 Black & Titanium Nomad (Nomad made 65K but got replaced 2014) 2010 Titanium Goldwing 2014 KLR 650 New Edition
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12-13-2009, 12:07 PM	#3
coacha Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Haysville, KS Posts: 6,259	Dallas / Orlando Depending on the area of Orlando, it isn't too bad. Traffic in the city itself is a PITA to deal with. Northeast of O-town has some great riding areas, south, well, it is really, really flat. __________________ Ron "Coach" Allan, Haysville, KS 1999 Nomad Wine and Red "KawaTanker" 2009 BMW R1200RT 2003 BMW K1200LT "Magic Carpet" DOA 11/7/2015 VBA #00291 IBA # 41995 DS #320 '08 Elkins, WV; '09 Helen, GA; '09 Custer, SD; '10 Stanton, VA; '11 Maggie Valley; '12 Townsend, TN; '13 Estes Park; '13 Blairsville, GA; '15 Eureka Springs; '16 Helen; '18 Custer, SD
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12-14-2009, 10:20 AM	#4
coacha Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Haysville, KS Posts: 6,259	Dallas / Orlando Just read an article online that stated that Orlando metro area was one of the most over priced real estate markets in the U.S. __________________ Ron "Coach" Allan, Haysville, KS 1999 Nomad Wine and Red "KawaTanker" 2009 BMW R1200RT 2003 BMW K1200LT "Magic Carpet" DOA 11/7/2015 VBA #00291 IBA # 41995 DS #320 '08 Elkins, WV; '09 Helen, GA; '09 Custer, SD; '10 Stanton, VA; '11 Maggie Valley; '12 Townsend, TN; '13 Estes Park; '13 Blairsville, GA; '15 Eureka Springs; '16 Helen; '18 Custer, SD
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12-20-2009, 05:35 PM	#5
AlabamaNomadRider Sr. Contributor Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Boaz, Alabama Posts: 13,742	Dallas / Orlando Seems all the states have gone to the dogs or whatever. I have been in Dallas and Orlando. I would pick The Big D to work and live in the outskirts maybe even Lindale where Trip resides. I do love Texas and if it weren't for my wife I would probably be living close to my daughter in Killeen. Some of the most scenic rides you will ever enjoy are to be found in Texas. Good luck on your decision. Let us know what you decide. __________________ Gene Cross, Jr. Boaz, Alabama KawaNOW/VBA #1181 Login or Register to Remove Ads
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12-20-2009, 06:24 PM	#6
glwilson Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: North Central Illinois Posts: 8,575	Dallas / Orlando Hey Dave... ...with all the humidity in Florida... your bike will get water-cooled!! __________________ "During times of universal deceit, telling the truth becomes a revolutionary act." "You can have your own opinion, but not your own facts." *Former VBA NCR Assist Regional Leader* Formerly: 2004 1500FI Bronze Nomad: 2009 & 2014 HD Ultra Current Rides: 2017 HD Ultra Limited & 2011 Can Am Spyder RTS-SE Attended: VBA National Rallies 2009, 2011, 2015; VBA/NCR Regional Rally 2010, 12, 14, 16 and several rides throughout with regional members. VBA Member #652 HOG Member #3935417
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