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PPQue6 t1_j1bbqca wrote

So you definitely want a warm jacket, gloves, boots (preferably ones that are at least water resistant), thermal underwear is a good idea, warm hat that covers your ears, and just generally anything that is good at retaining warmth.

Also some other items I'd recommend if you can financially afford it is winter tires on a cheap set of rims, at least a 2 stage snowblower because lake effect snow isn't a joke. Beyond that you should be set.

And finally since you're going to be new here I highly recommend hitting up Presque Isle when the weather is nice. It's a beautiful state park with some pretty nice beaches considering it's the great lakes.

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lIllIllIllIllIllIII t1_j1bj17l wrote

The DCNR used to do winter evening hikes at Presque Isle every week starting in January. Idk if they still do, but Presque Isle is beautiful in the winter. People go ice fishing and cross country skiing, and the trails are beautiful in the snow. Definitely worth checking out in winter!

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kevalopez OP t1_j1bijqu wrote

I totally forgot about tires, what would be some of the best I can get for my suv?

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PPQue6 t1_j1bis29 wrote

I currently have Bridgestone Blizzaks on my Si and they're fantastic. Well worth the money imo.

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NerdyRedneck45 t1_j1bqjpc wrote

+1 for Blizzaks. They make my subie unstoppable. Actually I guess stoppable is better but you get the point.

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kevalopez OP t1_j1bpc68 wrote

Thanks will look into those. As for the snow blower, how big are those things? As a potential renter idk if I’ll even have the space to store it. It’s good to know about though.

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dayoftheduck t1_j1brdpb wrote

Are you renting a house or an apartment complex? If an apartment you might not need to worry about snow blower

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PPQue6 t1_j1bpoey wrote

Mmmm depends on what size you get, but generally speaking they're mostly about the length and width of a lawnmower but have a much bigger height because of the auger and shute.

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jcaino t1_j1dcb8k wrote

Strongly recommend a 2nd set of wheels for the winter tires, makes switching over between seasons sooo much easier. OEM wheels (unless you are already running after market wheels) is the way to go so you don't have to worry about fitment or issues with lug nut compatibility.

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Inner-Figure5047 t1_j1ecwb1 wrote

Yokohama geolanders AT, and a Subaru got me everywhere I needed to go in Pa snow.

A jump pack, blanket, flashlight, and snow/ice brush are all car necessities here.

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