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Raleigh, NC6 Votes - [17.65%]
Denver, CO17 Votes - [50%]
Wherever Stake is3 Votes - [8.82%]
The islands with Comet and Welshy and 35584 Votes - [11.76%]
Philly area with the Pharmaceutical Companies1 Votes - [2.94%]
New England where we will whip you into shape1 Votes - [2.94%]
Speedoville1 Votes - [2.94%]
San Diego1 Votes - [2.94%]

2005-08-25 4:00 PM

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The Original
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Subject: Job Relocation
Ok- I am looking into furthering my career, which most likely will involve relocation.  The 2 places I am interested in relocating to are Raleigh, NC and Denver, CO.  I would like your votes as to which place you think I should move to.  Don't worry GA BT'ers- I haven't started to actively job search yet, but it's on my radar!

Edited by runnergirl28 2005-08-25 4:00 PM


2005-08-25 4:29 PM
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It's freakin awesome here. I've lived in both Raleigh and Denver, and prefer Denver on so many levels. The most important thing to me is how laid back everyone is here, and how incredibly active everyone is here. Just the tip of the iceberg!
2005-08-25 4:37 PM
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snow in winter VS. not
2005-08-25 4:40 PM
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Master
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Hey, who put that in there???

2005-08-25 5:04 PM
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Queen BTich
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Who put that one
2005-08-25 5:05 PM
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Copycat.

TriComet - 2005-08-25 6:04 PM Who put that one



2005-08-25 5:32 PM
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Guess since New Orleans/Memphis isn't on the list, I must advise you on your choices.  Of the two, I would choose NC.  I love that state.  Beautiful state, mountains, lakes, nice people, great schools, everything!!! 

Good luck deciding...better yet, good luck with the job search!

2005-08-25 7:41 PM
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Never been to denver, but did spend 2 summers in NC, and:
1. Since you are from GA, it's just up the road really (easy move)
2. Summers in NC are great and you'll have the beach somewhat nearby, and Appalacians for riding when you want to get away
3. visiting GA won't be a major issue it's down the road
4. You are a triathlete, so snow could play havoc with your training on a road bike
5. Have you considered Charlotte, NC Spent a lot of time there, great city, GO Panthers
6. last but not least your other thread mentioned finding a tri-guy, well colleges are nearby, fit, ab riddled college guys, you could be on a winner. (footnote- will depend on your attitude to college guys)

I loved my time in NC, as it reminded me of Queensland, Australia, where I grew up. warm all year round, and great for training.

good luck deciding.
2005-08-25 8:32 PM
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your smarter than me, i quit job first, now deciding where to live
2005-08-25 8:51 PM
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Two very good choices - it's a tough call. I've actually worked in both cities. (I've also worked in Augusta, FWIW.)  Personally, I'd go with Denver - the climate there is ideal for outdoor sports year-round.  If you choose Raleigh, I can put you in touch with friends in the area.

2005-08-25 9:33 PM
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I think it's all going to come down to job offers and which one is the best.  But I honestly think it'll be easier for me to find a job in Raleigh- I work in pharmaceuticals and RTP is right up my alley.  CO would be great- I might miss the ocean though   CO would be colder but I could work on skiing abilities.  BUt in CO I would be able to wear some nice wool J. Crew sweaters in winter- I love sweaters!!!  Hmmm...decisions.  I'll have to wait and see what happens with the J-O-B!


2005-08-26 4:14 AM
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2005-08-26 5:31 AM
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Denver, CO = outdoor enthusiast playground

You get to play in the mountain snow in the offseason.
Snow doesn't last but a day or two there.
I'd love it there, myself.
2005-08-26 6:25 AM
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Never lived in Denver, but I did live in Raleigh for three years before I moved to the coast. Downunderman is right that there are a ton of colleges in the area and Research Triangle Park is there with lots of folks. I wasn't single while I was there, so I'm not sure about that angle. My single friends complained, but most of them are in relationships now, so.... It's a very friendly place, good weather for the most part and pretty green for a city.

And there are lots of MTB trails if you want to do that (and a very cool women's MTB club-- Girlz Riding in Dirt-- www.girlsridingindirt.com)

Nearest beach is 1 1/2 hours away.


2005-08-26 7:39 AM
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runnergirl, what do you do in disgusta, maybe i will apply for your job when you leave.
2005-08-26 7:47 AM
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gsulee - 2005-08-26 8:39 AM runnergirl, what do you do in disgusta, maybe i will apply for your job when you leave.

...get in line behind me...



2005-08-26 7:49 AM
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The Original
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TriComet - 2005-08-26 7:47 AM

gsulee - 2005-08-26 8:39 AM runnergirl, what do you do in disgusta, maybe i will apply for your job when you leave.

...get in line behind me...

TriComet already has dibs- we had this discussion already.  I worked in quality assurance for a biotech company- it's in the animal ag industry.  We made an injectable bST hormone for cows to increase milk production.  They give us free samples every now and then to try- lol!

2005-08-26 8:28 AM
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Well, Chipotle's HQ is here - Denver - and there's one on dang near every corner, so....   Kinda like moving to Mecca, Vatican City, etc.

No brainer in my book.



Edited by Kupe du Monde 2005-08-26 8:29 AM
2005-08-26 8:36 AM
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The Original
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Oooh- that my my question.  I was wondering how the burritos are in CO.  I don't want to live in a college city (been there did that- I lived in E. Lasning, MI for 2 years after I graduated from college- it was fun, but got old)  Raleigh would kind of be more like a college town, and I don't want that.  So now I'm leaning more toward CO.  I want to live somewhere where young-professionsal who love to do tri's and eat burritos dominate the entire area. 
2005-08-26 8:46 AM
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Chipotle, Illegal Pete's, Q-Doba - Take your pick.

As far as active areas, Wash(ington) Park area, hands down.  Ground zero for the young, athletic, social types.  Not far from downtown, great central location, Wash Park itself is great for training/playing - 2.8 mile nicely paved loop for biking, running, in-line, etc; and there's a ton to do in the rest of the park too.

Far as everything else, just a really cool town.

2005-08-26 8:48 AM
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The Original
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Kupe du Monde - 2005-08-26 8:46 AM

Chipotle, Illegal Pete's, Q-Doba - Take your pick.

As far as active areas, Wash(ington) Park area, hands down.  Ground zero for the young, athletic, social types.  Not far from downtown, great central location, Wash Park itself is great for training/playing - 2.8 mile nicely paved loop for biking, running, in-line, etc; and there's a ton to do in the rest of the park too.

Far as everything else, just a really cool town.

How can I pass that up?  Let the job search begin!!!!



2005-09-05 8:35 PM
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Well, as an executive recruiter representing the great state of Minnesota, I think you should expand your list a bit. We rank in the top 5 states in personal income, first in health insurance, men's health ranks us in the top five cities (Minneapolis/St. Paul) for healthy activity and gave us an A for our effort, it's only too cold to survive 1 week a year, that's where it's handy to have a tredmill, we currently have one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country, and our education system is in the top as well.

Good Luck,
Jay

Oh and I have fortune 100 clients beating down my door looking for qualified employees...so
2005-09-05 8:57 PM
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Grew up in Colorado Springs....the springs there aren't so great. High winds, snow, and brown as far as the eye can see. Summers? it's a wash. Heat and humidity in Raleigh; heat and strong sun in Denver. Fall, both are nice. Winter? I'd have to say that is a wash as well. The odd blizzard, but lots of nice days in between in both locations.

Guess it comes down to your feelings about NASCAR vs Rodeo....Broncos vs Panthers. You get the idea. Good luck.
2005-09-05 9:27 PM
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Chris Tree - 2005-08-26 5:14 AMAt this point in time "The islands with Comet and Welshy and 3558" only has two votes. the question you gotta ask is:Which one doesn't want you there?
Well, I voted before it was an option. But now there are four votes, which means that at least two outsiders want her on the island with us... who's lurking??
2005-09-05 10:20 PM
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Runnergirl - go to Denver.  I moved away 6 months ago and my husband and I miss it so much!

That snow thing- it really does not snow much on the flats - they get some doosies, but it never stays long.  Good social opertunities too.  Cap hill, lo do, Highlands....  all good neighborhoods for young people.

Bike rides - flats or hills or mountains?  take your pick

Swimming - the city and county of Denver have a great (and really cheap) parks and recreation gyms with pools.   Wash park, La Familia.....

Running - everyone does it.

I recently hit Denver for a weekend and saw a lady running.  Since I have been in a non running environment for so long, my first impulse was to look for someone chasing her and offer help!

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