Pulling through big cities
Wondering what people do when they have to pull their rigs through the bigger cities. Also is there a book or app. That has preferred routes to destinations. Just thinking driving certain places with ...
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hotbyte wrote:Water-Bug wrote:hotbyte wrote:
Follow the big trucks and look for the truck route signs.
That works great if you want to overnight in an industrial park or lunch at a warehouse.
Yeah, those are the ONLY two places a big truck will ever go...
THe main thing to gain from following big truck is you get a sense that the clearances along the road are adequate. If you are in uncharted territory clearances become the first concern. Seeing 18 wheelers provides a sense of security that clearances are not an issue.
But as mentioned this following/observing trucks is not a big city only issue, but can be beneficial in rural areas as well.
There is a certain fear of the unknown that applies when driving in an unfamiliar area regardless if the area is urban or rural.
