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what is the best Road Atlas to get?

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by crazybread, Apr 25, 2017.

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  1. Apr 25, 2017 #11
    kemosabi49

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    I agree. And there is a lot of info in the front section. Length, weight limits, restricted routes, low clearance etc. It's well worth the money.
     
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  3. Apr 25, 2017 #12
    diesel drinker

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    Few months ago I bought RM motor carrier 2017 for $3.00 (three)@ FJ, still don't know how to use it though.
     
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  4. Apr 25, 2017 #13
    pattyj

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    What's fj?
     
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  5. Apr 25, 2017 #14
    Blackshack46

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    Flyin j
     
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  7. Apr 25, 2017 #15
    x1Heavy

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    Rand McNally Motor Carriers Atlas, The large lamintated one. Current year or next year edition.

    Forget the electronics for now. Learn to do it by paper map. That will make you stronger and able to identify potential conflicts with weights and low clearances.
     
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  8. Apr 25, 2017 #16
    pattyj

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    Oh duh on me lol.I've always called it the hook or the J.
     
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  9. Apr 25, 2017 #17
    Jazz1

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    IMG_0327.JPG This from my 1991 Gousha. The print seems to have shrunk over the years.
     
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  10. Apr 25, 2017 #18
    KillingTime

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    I had a laminated 2012 Rand McNally Atlas OTR with me last year. Worked just fine. $17 on Ebay. *thumbs up*
     
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  11. Apr 25, 2017 #19
    Scottyboy

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    Smart man right there!
     
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  12. Apr 25, 2017 #20
    tinytim

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    My RM's a few years old, just about time to get an updated one.

    Paper or plastic? Honestly, I don't think the laminated one makes sense for a lot of drivers. I spend 95% of my time on familiar roads/routes and rarely pick up the atlas. A paper should last more than long enough.

    Starting out though you'll be (or will likely be) consulting it a lot. Laminated will hold up much better.
     
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