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What Should I Know About Winter Driving?

For many, driving during winter poses special challenges. What tips do you have for various hazardous wintry conditions?



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by tch7
 Dec 17 '03 What's That? You Don't Like Winter Driving?
Winter driving doesn't have to be difficult, it can even be fun, you just need to know what you and your vehicle are capable of.... read full review 		Very Helpful
by Mimi369
 Nov 21 '00 She'll Be Sliding Down the Mountain, When she Comes
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by BadBob
 Feb 27 '00 Avoidin' the Stigma of Flatulence in a Closed up Car.
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by roadiem
 Sep 29 '00 'Tis the season...don't get stuck !
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by JDinPA
 Feb 14 '00 Keep a winter-driving safty "kit" in your trunk
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by conradd
 Feb 13 '00 What to do when you're stuck in traffic . . .
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by beckish
 Feb 05 '00 Better Late Than Never!!!!!
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by pweisenberg
 Feb 17 '00 Your "driving" me crazy!
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by erik_kosberg
 Jan 21 '00 Don't Panic
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by kelly60
 Sep 24 '00 Like My Mother Always Said, "Better Late Then Dead"
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by ryansridge
 Jan 12 '00 Don't go in Snow!
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by rfish
 Jan 24 '00 4WD not = 4W Stop
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by remnjava
 Feb 23 '01 Drive slowly, Be Prepared, Arrive Safely
Be Prepared, Drive Defensively Keep items in your car for warmth, tell someone which route you plan to take. The life you save may be yours.... read full review 		Very Helpful
by ChrisJoker
 Mar 19 '01 Safety Begins Before You Hit the Road
Make sure you've taken the necessary precautions and cleaned your car before you drive. You not only need to be able to see, but to be seen to drive safely.... read full review 		Very Helpful
by laryan
 Mar 30 '00 When You GOTTA Go!
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by Cindee
 Feb 07 '00 I would prefer NOT to, but if I must..
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by sherrylee
 Feb 05 '00 Be Careful, Be Alert, Be Prepared
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by JBigDog
 Jan 15 '00 Tips from a Michigan Driver--Are 4 X 4's better? What should be in your car? What are basic rules?
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by hwz1
 Apr 25 '00 Spring has Sprung! Humorous Look at Winter Driving
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by mtuairau
 Feb 05 '00 Ditto...
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by clooneyfan
 Jan 30 '00 4 wheel drive owners- help out your local hospitals
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by netKat
 Jan 25 '00 Do you go through this before you drive too?
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by 401402
 Jan 12 '00 Car and personal safety in winter weather: don't make fun of it, but afterwards
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by babypod
 Dec 18 '00 It is icy? O.K. pleas ride three inches from my bumper!
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by kolider
 Jan 21 '00 Nightmare for the unprepared!
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by luvubear2
 Jan 21 '00 Learn to drive again each winter
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by moneymaker2000
 Apr 05 '01 Snow down, will ya?
For some, driving is an everyday thing and because of this, over confidence sets in, which makes driving in Winter even more dangerous. Don't take unnecessary chances!... read full review 		Very Helpful
by hmullins02
 Sep 25 '00 slip-sliding-kerbang
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by TerryBain
 Feb 10 '00 Drive a Saturn
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by poseidon
 Feb 15 '00 Winter Driving Tips -- Stay Safe!!
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by adidas6942
 Jan 19 '00 Winter driving: Slow and sure will keep your car intact
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by missy811
 May 18 '00 ~hahaha "Wipe out!!"~
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by lovdbyGod7
 Mar 11 '00 Be nice when driving on ice
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by missy811
 Dec 18 '00 Knowing some things can save your life!
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by flak-attak
 Mar 13 '01 Alaskan Experience II
Slow down. Slow down. Slow down. You'll actually save time getting there slowly rather than not getting there at all.... read full review 		Very Helpful
by amberT
 Feb 09 '00 Don't Panic
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by jlusk5
 Feb 05 '00 Take your time
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by ddillon
 Jan 27 '00 Common Sense 101
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by ktryathart1
 Jan 13 '00 Woman's view on winter driving
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by skyth
 Mar 01 '00 Driving a RWD Sports Car in Winter
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by DavidWeisman
 Dec 20 '00 Get up early
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by margomargo
 Jan 26 '00 Kids, Snow, Football and Trips to the Library: Survival Tips
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by elzora
 Dec 14 '00 Winter Driving and Safety Precautions
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by sgersh
 Jan 12 '00 If you infrequently drive in snow, print these instructions and keep them in your car
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by Blazer_Bob
 Mar 31 '00 Know your vehicle!
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by smooth53_98
 Jan 20 '00 A beginner's guide to winter driving...
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by writer
 Mar 13 '01 How About SLOW DOWN? DUH
It's a no-brainer. In snowy, icy weather, slow down!!... read full review 		Very Helpful
by Denalisky
 Feb 27 '00 You get used to it, if you have to!
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by mattjoe
 Jan 24 '00 Slip Slidin away
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by bubbly1
 Mar 12 '01 Slip Slidin' Away
I know, its almost spring ... why now? Well, as North American is hit with yet another series of winter storms, why not?... read full review 		Very Helpful
by MHawkins
 Feb 07 '00 Learn to feel your vehicle
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by Pookie5395
 Feb 04 '00 Take It Easy!
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by Scruggs4
 Feb 14 '00 Winter Weather Tips.
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by tennis_player
 Feb 03 '00 Learn to use your ABS brakes
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by manbar
 Feb 18 '00 Alert and Careful
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by Sunliner
 Mar 12 '00 You Must Practice, Grasshopper!
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by lorij
 Jan 25 '00 Driving in Inclement Weather
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by jackier777
 Feb 01 '00 It's not for me
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by KaylaRaine
 Oct 10 '00 Dealing with Snow and Ice
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by cfoster
 Feb 05 '00 4 wheel drive does NOT mean invulnerability!
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by B-ROCK
 Jan 24 '00 Winter Driving:101
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by sneako
 Mar 19 '00 Fun or Murder?
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by vemartin
 Feb 04 '00 Anti-lock brakes, lifesavers!
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by patrick860
 Jun 12 '00 Southerners stay home
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by SportFury
 Jan 12 '00 Slow as possible, Fast as necessary.
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by nysteak
 May 20 '00 To grandmother's house we go
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by glacier
 May 15 '01 When You Must, Assume the Worst
Winter Driving Doesn't Have to Be Dangerous... read full review 		Very Helpful
by cookiidou
 Dec 14 '00 Relax it's only snow
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by eharri3
 Jan 25 '00 accident avoidance
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by ricosparx
 Jan 14 '00 Practice, Practice, Practice
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by Ronboy
 Feb 14 '00 This is not a "crash course in skiing"
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by Soifeas
 Feb 07 '00 Tractor-Trailers, Ice & You... Don't Mix!
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by dsksoccer2
 Jan 25 '00 Winter Driving 101
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by Blazer_Bob
 Apr 17 '00 The truth behind 4x4
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by caithnessfan
 May 15 '01 Lessons learned the hard way
There's no replacement for common sense and slowing down if you HAVE to go out. Best advice is stay inside.... read full review 		Very Helpful
by Pameladugan
 Feb 05 '00 Winter Driving, Ugh!
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by Devinne
 Feb 04 '00 No how to use your anti-lock brakes
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by L544s
 Jan 25 '00 Update! 1/30/00 What To Do If You Live In The South During Snow
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by mom2dalton
 Feb 13 '00 Colorado Drivers!!! Winter Driving
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by realnuts2
 Feb 25 '00 How to get Traction!
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by Fritze
 May 16 '00 Winter is here, if your not careful, your life may not
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by the_man_69
 Mar 24 '01 Winter Driving Tips
Always wear a seatbelt and remember to do everything slowly... read full review 		Very Helpful
by B_D_T
 Feb 12 '00 Patience!!!!
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by KRice21
 Feb 15 '00 If you love your daughter, get her some studed snow tires..." (This is from the heart)
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by equis227
 Jan 27 '00 Jack Frost and The Storm King
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by Pameladugan
 Feb 23 '00 Dont forget about the ICE!
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by john_malaise
 Jan 28 '00 Well, if we COULD drive!
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by vice
 Jan 28 '00 Know Your Snow
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by BCLAVET
 Jan 28 '00 Slow Down!
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by grimpeeper
 Apr 16 '00 SNOW = WHITE FLAKES OF DEATH
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by darkgoddess997
 Jan 14 '00 Let's drive up the road sideways!!!!
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by jessie_76
 Feb 05 '00 Don't get too confident
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by Nightshade_01
 Aug 23 '00 Take it S-L-O-W....
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by amylouky
 Jun 14 '00 Got a driving teen-ager? Then this is a must..
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by hoosier_hick
 Jan 30 '00 Snow and ice are always slick
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by French2DO
 Jan 19 '00 I should Know, I just Crashed. Let's talk about what I did wrong.
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by dkarmol
 Jan 20 '00 You don't need 4 wheel drive to get through the snow...
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by reddogg911
 Jan 12 '00 Winter wonderland
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by Nini23
 Dec 08 '00 Fall to Winter and Deer in between
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by denniskim
 Aug 06 '00 21 important things learned by expierence in parking lot practice, and street expierence.
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by Gum5757
 Jun 12 '00 winter wonderland
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by spoalanm
 Feb 24 '00 Driving In NYC In Winter.
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by Profilewriter
 Jan 26 '00 Don't
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by classicrock
 Jan 12 '00 DON'T SLAM ON THE BRAKES
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by nanny922
 Feb 01 '00 winter driving
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by L544s
 Jan 19 '00 Think Twice Before Going Out
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by chry68
 Feb 25 '00 TRAFFIC LIGHTS ~ Common Driving Danger
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by urbanpagan
 May 11 '00 Know yourself and your car before you drive in the snow...
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by quagga
 Jan 26 '00 I know it sucks, but go slow
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by Hulkie113
 Mar 24 '00 The 4 dangers of winter driving
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by XxFroggixX
 Jan 21 '00 Tips on Winter Driving
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by dave_fietz
 Jan 13 '00 Oddments Others Missed
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by mystii
 Mar 29 '00 Beware the SUV "superdrivers"
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by abloch
 Jan 26 '00 Winter Driving: If you can't beat 'em, JOIN 'EM
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by RobKlein
 Feb 28 '00 SSSLLLOOOWWW DDDOOOWWWNNN
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by UncleMurl
 May 13 '00 Compensate!
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by melliott03
 Feb 06 '00 WHOOPS!!!!
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by seriouskidding
 Apr 17 '00 Rain-X! Slowwwwwwwwwwwww
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by Clubkid
 Jan 28 '00 When the roads get bad...
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by gwenny
 Jan 19 '00 Winter Driving is very hazordous
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by song1831
 Jan 27 '00 Know your snow
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by handyman54
 Jan 20 '00 Winter Can Still Be Fun
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by mushmelon
 Feb 02 '00 Slow Down Please!
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by david_pitt
 May 04 '00 Driving in the snow
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by legendcpe
 Mar 24 '00 Your not going to let a little white stuff stop you.ARE YOU?
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by sungmin_nam
 Mar 15 '00 Before You Move North, Read This
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by supershane1
 Jan 13 '00 How to combat mother nature
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by ned1
 Feb 09 '00 How can so little snow cause so many problems?
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by foxspy
 Apr 08 '00 Depending on Vehicle
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by strange218
 Mar 28 '00 Snowy driving can be fun; dangerous
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by MsHooterville
 Sep 28 '00 Winter Driving? No Problem - If You're Patient
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by MR_FREEZE
 Mar 14 '00 It's quick and easy!
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by missi31
 Feb 07 '00 Ny winters
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by weisenberg
 Jan 27 '00 IT'S RATHER SIMPLE
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by mandhir
 May 06 '01 While Driving in winter...!!
One shouldn't take unnecessary risk while driving in the winter... read full review 		Helpful
by ByronFoxx
 Dec 18 '00 Snow and ice are real hazards!
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by darinlanes
 May 18 '00 Winter Driving can be a Pain for Drivers
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by happy40
 May 06 '01 Be Careful!
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by dayc24
 Mar 05 '00 Who's afraid of a SNOW!
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by jennifer_welch
 Jan 28 '00 Out of Your Element
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by JaDaRu
 Feb 18 '00 Witnessing an Accident Generates Driving Concerns
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by steenerson
 Feb 10 '00 Drive to your skill Level
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by aamidorj
 Feb 25 '00 Be Slow in Snow!
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by inscrutable_po
 Jan 18 '00 True stories of adventure and discovery
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by dylansma
 Feb 06 '00 Slow Driving Time
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by Cyn1234
 Feb 03 '00 Danger in the cold
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by seacow
 Dec 07 '00 Beware of falling flakes
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by Absolut
 Jan 20 '00 A snowy slip 'n slide
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by kayjaylp
 Apr 09 '00 Be verrry careful!!!
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by erica_nicole
 Jun 04 '00 Are you a moron?!
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by firesgar
 Jan 14 '00 Why chance it?
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