I would have to agree with you Rockitman. When we were last over (2011 maybe?) I was worried about the ferry but we had no problem getting on or off at all. I mention my concerns at the toll booth about the low clearance on my car and we were put on the lower level I believe. It is narrow but I made sure I was there to protect the side of my car before the guy beside me was opening his doors.Its not that bad as I believe they have made the lanes wider on the newer ships. We crossed 3 years ago and I don't recall it being an issue and last month we crossed on the two interior ferries in BC and there was good space as we were beside a semi and a 3/4ton truck.
Interesting video Mike. As rockitman says I think some ferries must be bigger as I don't remember the one we were on being as small as that. In any case we must all be cautious as usual. None of us want to injure our babies!Here's a vid from 10 years ago boarding the " Spirit of British Columbia " back in August 2007. I was driving a brand new 2007 Subaru Impreza Sport wagon. You guys all know how small these cars are. They pack em in there boys !! You that have recently been on the boats can attest. This is the upper car deck. Semis underneath. You gotta remember too. This is August. September is usually not as busy,from my experiences anyway.
I certainly understand your concern. We were fine with clearance on our crossing but who is to say all ferries are the same. Don't know how you could fine out about this for sure. I remember I was prepared to abort the crossing if the toll both person could not assure me it would be OK.No thanks...... don't care for that.
I have driven my car down the Oregon and Cali coast..... done some amazing drives. I would like to see some more of the Island one but fine doing it with my daily driver.
Don't need to find out my lower CF front spoiler won't make it through a lower dip boarding or whatever. And the sides too.
B
The newer boats in the "Coastal" class are bigger. I've only been on the Renaissance. The other 2 in that class are the Celebration ( see pic ) and the Inspiration. The " Spirit " class are probably somewhat smaller. I wasn't thinking at the time that someday 10 years later,I'd be putting a wide bodied car in there. I did wander around both the car deck as well as the semi deck. The semi deck was about 60/70% full. The car deck was 98% full. I'm not sure if again,10/15/20 Corvettes can pull strings ( I'd like to think we could,strength in numbers ) and take up that 30/40 % with the Petes and Kennys. But again,this was in Early August. Sept after Labor Day will be significantly less busy.Interesting video Mike. As rockitman says I think some ferries must be bigger as I don't remember the one we were on being as small as that. In any case we must all be cautious as usual. None of us want to injure our babies!
We would be up for an overnight stay if that is the plan!I found a hotel in Drumheller that caters to car clubs and our "Non Car Club". (Friendly people with Corvettes and no politics)( Fun and Smiles only)
In town close to everything .
Rooms with a Queen Bed or two Queen Beds.
Blocked off parking that can be watched from our rooms. ( I will try to get all the rooms on the side with the parking lot).
With Breakfast.
Waiting to hear on the price, but should be around $115. night.
I need an approximate number that will commit as I have requested 20 rooms at this time.
If the long range forecast is terrible, then I will let them know in advance
More info to come.
Dennis
I found a hotel in Drumheller that caters to car clubs and our "Non Car Club". (Friendly people with Corvettes and no politics)( Fun and Smiles only)
In town close to everything .
Rooms with a Queen Bed or two Queen Beds.
Blocked off parking that can be watched from our rooms. ( I will try to get all the rooms on the side with the parking lot).
With Breakfast.
Waiting to hear on the price, but should be around $115. night.
I need an approximate number that will commit as I have requested 20 rooms at this time.
If the long range forecast is terrible, then I will let them know in advance
More info to come.
Dennis
I found a hotel in Drumheller that caters to car clubs and our "Non Car Club". (Friendly people with Corvettes and no politics)( Fun and Smiles only)
In town close to everything .
Rooms with a Queen Bed or two Queen Beds.
Blocked off parking that can be watched from our rooms. ( I will try to get all the rooms on the side with the parking lot).
With Breakfast.
Waiting to hear on the price, but should be around $115. night.
I need an approximate number that will commit as I have requested 20 rooms at this time.
If the long range forecast is terrible, then I will let them know in advance
More info to come.
Dennis
I found a hotel in Drumheller that caters to car clubs and our "Non Car Club". (Friendly people with Corvettes and no politics)( Fun and Smiles only)
Dennis
So glad you like it. I got the idea from the Lake Louise trip where everyone had a great time and never felt pressured.I just fell over laughing my guts out.........
best quote / comment of the year here!
I am trying to plan a trip to BC for some drowning ( Oh, I mean drone-ing ) maybe around the Sept long.
and going to Florida the first week of Aug
So, not sure what else I can do trips wise.
Plan and enjoy... if I can last minute I will try...... hard to say with me.
Brian