Fairbanks Puns

I’ve watched the videos and read reviews from people who live/lived there, but I don’t think that’s enough to really grasp or understand what I’m getting myself into. So is there anything I should know about before I go? This can refer to the culture, people, weather, policies, etc.

I’m honestly kinda nervous but also excited lol, the pictures I’ve seen are so beautiful. Btw I’m originally from Minnesota so the cold won’t be too much to adapt to, so I already know I’ll be good on that front

Sort of spoilers, since it's a minor character, but: what do you do with Fairbanks? This is specifically regarding the "Noble Deeds, Noble Heart" quest.

I'm in the Emerald Graves right now, reminded of how it's probably my favorite level (beautiful), and I just put down the Freemen of the Dales once and for all (killed the chevalier at Argon's Lodge).

And once again, I've given proof of Fairbanks' noble lineage to Clara, who plans to present it to the Council of Heralds. This is what I've done in most of my playthroughs, followed by either leaving him to his own devices, but now with the power of a noble, or getting Josephine and her friends to back him at Court and turn him into a fascinating "rebel noble" figure. (I never go with Leliana's plan to allow him to embarrass himself at Court and watch the "wolves," that's just cruel, imo.) I think he ends up well off in this path, despite his hatred toward his grandfather.

In my first / canon playthrough, however, I spoke to Fairbanks before Clara when I returned to their camp, and he asked about my "investigation." Then he pleaded his case on how he wanted absolutely nothing to do with the Game and wanted to remain Fairbanks. Then, I felt guilty and handed over the proof of his birth, and he became an Inquisition Agent and remained Fairbanks.

Which do you think is a better path for him?

I’m from Florida and The Arctic circle has always been on my bucket list. Does anyone here have experience driving that route in the summer or shoulder months and would it be foolish for a tourist to drive that?

Hi! I’m going to be moving to Fairbanks in late February from NC (no, I won’t be flying and no, I don’t have pneumonia and yes, if I did, I would delay my trip. We aren’t all a bunch of COVID denying yokels, I swear.)

I’m doing Americorps for one year and am looking for housing closer to the Ft Wainwright, SW side of town (looking at google maps). Gonna be making that sweet Americorps dough (stipend is ~$1300 per month), so I’m looking for something mega cheap and maybe furnished? Anyone looking for a roommate? I’m keeping an eye on craigslist but thought I’d utilize every possible resource. 30F with a sense of humor and a killer recipe for black eyed pea chowder.

I’m coming up with my subaru. Will I need to get it winterized at the end of February, or will she make it until the summer as is? edit: will get winterized up there. Anyone got a guy they really like?

What kind of cold weather gear do I really need? I have a pair of Merrell Moab hiking boots. Will these be sufficient or nah? I haven’t seen more than an inch of wet snow in 20+ years, so I am anticipating having to buy some things, any suggestions of must haves for a year would be greatly appreciated.

Where do you go to make a friend? I heard y’all don’t really do that, but if anyone wants to!

Super stoked to come up and see y’alls neat little town. Thanks!

I will be moving to Fairbanks in the spring with my partner and we are really hoping to buy house in our first year since the rental market seems expensive and scarce. Those that have bought/are currently buying in the Fairbanks area, what is the market like and what are some of the specific things I should be careful of looking for a home in this area?

I've also been checking the Zillow "sold" section, and I feel like there's a lot of houses that have recently sold I did not see publicly listed first, is that common?

We would like to buy in town, or semi-close since I'll be working at the University- and we are just not tough enough to live in a dry cabin year-round!

It’s me. I’m the family member who is afraid of heights.

We’ve never been to AK and are planning a family trip for spring break in March in order to maximize our chances of seeing the northern lights and to tackle a bucket list item for someone in our party.

I love to look at the mountains but get anxious driving on mountain paths. As an example, while I enjoyed the Grand Canyon, I pretty much had to keep my eyes closed on much of the drive up. I like to look at mountains but I’m less enthusiastic about going up or down a mountain.

We aren’t hikers or anything but I wanted to get a handle on how much mountain travel is involved in taking advantage of other experiences in and near Fairbanks.

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My gf got my a pair of these boots after I had to toss an older pair of snow boots. After a year of use, I’ve noticed some inconsistency.

There are some days where my feet will be as toasty as I could ever ask for, and some days where they can never get warm. I’m not doing anything different during these uses; regardless of the activity. Even under the same weather and temperature conditions I get inconsistent results. 27 degrees out? Toes are frozen. Next day 22 degrees out? So toasty they’re sweating.

I first thought to blame the Omni-heat for being a sham, but I have a pair of pants and a jacket that both have omni-heat and keep me consistently warm better than anything I’ve ever owned… so tbh, I don’t get it.

Anyone else noticed anything like this?

Does anyone know of (affordable) companies that ship vehicles from lower 48 to Fairbanks right now/in winter? We’ve contacted multiple places but haven’t had much luck or it’s been a quote of $4500. Only shipping the car.

Saw the last storm really messed everything up there.

I’m going to Fairbanks next month and I would like to ski for at least one day. I know the mountains are smaller than the Anchorage resorts but which one is the best? Skiland, Moose Mountain or Birch Hill?

Just applied to UAF for a MFA. If I get in/decide to goc I’d be coming up alone from New York in August. Due to the current COVID situation, I’m a little worried about the drive, especially with regulations in Canada. I’m also a little worried because I’m a fairly new driver (<5 years). I’m trying to find the best relationship between cost and hassle for moving it up there now. Does anybody have any insight into this?

Hey, r/Fairbanks! I'm visiting the city in late March, and I had a few questions:

1. Would all-weather tires be okay for driving? Are the main roads well maintained? The farthest I'm planning to go is Chena Hot Springs.

2. If snow tires are needed, which rental place would you recommend? The big players like Avis and Enterprise don't seem to have them.

Hi,

I can't get reasonable rental car prices for Jun 2022 for my Alaska trip. UHaul is cheaper by a big margin. Can I use UHaul van to go from Fairbanks to Denali National Park. The dates will be after June 20. I'm hoping that highways would be easy enough to drive in that weather. I'm worried from -

1. insurance perspective - will buy CDW from UHaul - what else ?
2. the fact that how good are UHaul when it comes to long distance travel (say 150 miles one way).
3. any gravel/not so good road (say for 20 miles)
4. unknown UHaul policies that prohibit this kind of trip.
   UHaul experience in past has been awesome but they were usually limited to cities when moving around my furniture. Any suggestions are appreciate. Let me know if I missed some rules here. Thanks.

EDIT: Everything has been sold as a superbundle. Thank you for the interest!

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I’m selling an Ikki68 aurora keyboard kit, extras, and badges + badge case from the March 2021 R1 GB. I’ve only opened to take pics. Components in bags have not been opened or used, with the exception of badges that I took out for a clearer pic.

Everything is OBO, local is 94110. Bundles have priority. Please comment before PM.

Keyboard bundle:

• Ikki68 Aurora base kit - Charcoal wireless !!!!- All original components: storage case, coiled cable, alu plate, gaskets, building tools, etc. !!!!- Wireless pcb is Tromso
• Battery from NotJeff
• OA stabs - Charcoal / 7x2U and 1x6.5u — bought as an extra but will include

$200 shipped, $185 local SOLD as part of superbundle

Extras bundle:

• PCB - Fairbanks
• Brass Weight
• Polycarbonate plate

$100 shipped, $90 local

Keyboard AND extras can be bundled for $285 shipped or $265 local SOLD as part of superbundle

Badges: ALL SOLD as part of superbundle

• Alu case with magnetic lid - $30
• 020 - Dragon / Gold - $30
• 020 - Dragon / Gray - $30
• 010 - Topography / Gold - $25
• 009 - Starry Night / Gold - $25
• 005 - Aurora Scene / Gold - $25

Bundled case and badges is $130 shipped, $120 local

Superbundled keyboard, extras, and badges is $400 shipped or $375 local. SOLD