I am thinking of installing a metal roof. I am in central New England. My present shingled roof has a 3½" to 12 pitch and is rated for up to 30 pounds per square foot. This winter The roof had to be shoveled on a regular basis. I am both worried that with heavy repeated snows my home is at risk for structural damage and I suspect that this 30 PSF rating is not a real world figure. I also have a problem with heavy snow blocking the combustion air for my furnace which is built into the furnace stack. Would a dark colored metal roof with such a shallow pitch be self clearing under heavy snow?
posted on Apr 26, 2008 - 5 answers

I'm going to japan from march 9 until april 6, and I want to climb Mt Fuji, from the bottom to the top. How much snow should I expect? How cold is it going to be? Do I need to bring boots and 3 layers of technical outdoor clothing or a warm jacket and sneakers? My lonely planet says its doable, but thats pretty much it. [more inside]
posted on Feb 24, 2008 - 10 answers

What do you call those chunks of snow that accumulate on automobile fenders behind the wheels? [more inside]
posted on Feb 23, 2008 - 21 answers

Is it necessary or worthwhile to remove the snow from my crushed-stone driveway? If so, how? [more inside]
posted on Feb 23, 2008 - 14 answers

What about London should I map? [more inside]
posted on Feb 21, 2008 - 21 answers

Forgotten movie: Winter, small crashed plane in the woods, bag of money, resulting woes. Spoilers inside. [more inside]
posted on Feb 14, 2008 - 11 answers

Photography in snow conditions. Help me not get the blues. [more inside]
posted on Feb 6, 2008 - 13 answers

I'm having hard time finding detailed information about the extent of the problems China is currently experiencing with its snowstorms. Can anyone point me to a source where I can get snowfall totals for specific areas? Thanks.
posted on Feb 1, 2008 - 5 answers

Can I use my hose (regular water hose) to significantly melt the pile of snow and some ice in my driveway? [more inside]
posted on Jan 27, 2008 - 22 answers

I've noticed that when the air temperature drops below a certain point that it won't snow. Is there any truth to this? [more inside]
posted on Jan 17, 2008 - 8 answers

Why is my snow covered yard crawling with caterpillars? [more inside]
posted on Jan 14, 2008 - 5 answers

ToyotaFilter: What does my "ECT / Snow" button actually do? [more inside]
posted on Jan 3, 2008 - 8 answers

I'm looking for a place near Los Angeles where snow is falling or has recent fell on the ground. I don't want to go skiing I just want to throw a few snowballs. [more inside]
posted on Jan 3, 2008 - 8 answers

Should I be scared of these 3 big storms about to slam into San Francisco? [more inside]
posted on Jan 2, 2008 - 42 answers

I'd like to know the source of this Tech Crunch Christmas Greeting image or barring that, a free or CC licensed equivalent. [more inside]
posted on Dec 28, 2007 - 3 answers

Quick: what's the best place to go sledding/tubing near Truckee, CA? [more inside]
posted on Dec 23, 2007 - 1 answers

Can I make it through Colorado? [more inside]
posted on Dec 16, 2007 - 12 answers

How does Chicago's "No Parking if snow is over 2 inches" rule work out in practice? Are the blocks of cars parked on my street (Sheridan at 7600 N) all going to be towed overnight and tomorrow morning? [more inside]
posted on Dec 15, 2007 - 18 answers

Do I really need winter tires in Denver? I lived in Chicago for 30 years and never bought winter tires. Granted, I was young and foolish for many of those years, but still. [more inside]
posted on Dec 12, 2007 - 16 answers

Where's the best place for skiing in the Reno/Tahoe area for a bunch of beginners? Is it crazy to go (for a day) during the week of Christmas? [more inside]
posted on Dec 7, 2007 - 17 answers

Can you help me find warm and comfortable shoes? No huge snow shoes, please. [more inside]
posted on Nov 30, 2007 - 9 answers

I think I should replace my car's tires. I'm bewildered by the vast amount of tires available and want some help narrowing it down. Also, I'm on a budget. [more inside]
posted on Nov 19, 2007 - 15 answers

Need help finding traditional mountain/snow lodge-type getaway in the U.S. Think the lodge from The Shining (without all the REDRUM). [more inside]
posted on Oct 23, 2007 - 8 answers

Need to get from SF to Tahoe to snowboard on a regular basis: recommendations for a relatively affordable used car to handle the snow/ice? [more inside]
posted on Oct 8, 2007 - 14 answers

My husband is traveling to Dutch Harbor (Unalaska), Alaska for business, in November, and I'll be going along. What should I look for, explore, do...? [more inside]
posted on Aug 12, 2007 - 5 answers

I'm going to drive from Boston to San Francisco in August. Will I encounter snow or other weather hazards in the Mountains? [more inside]
posted on Jul 20, 2007 - 14 answers

Things to do with snow before it's all gone. [more inside]
posted on Mar 12, 2007 - 17 answers

It's my first winter in Minnesota (used to live in Atlanta) and I work on a steep, long, windy hill. I barely made it up this morning after a 2-inch snowfall and no plowing. Help me learn how to make it up hills if conditions deteriorate! [more inside]
posted on Feb 6, 2007 - 52 answers

PropFilter: How to find fake snow in LA? [more inside]
posted on Jan 24, 2007 - 7 answers

To this day my childhood friends (all in our thirties now) swear there was only one snow sled which could always be trusted to thrash the competition. The Paris Orange. Even when those fancy inflatable tubes started showing up on the hills, the Paris Orange always came through and made sure everyone knew what the score was. As we got older the Orange showed its versatility and became just the thing for hauling Keystone Lite through the snowy woods where we used to drink. [more inside]
posted on Jan 23, 2007 - 18 answers

How practical(and I use the term loosely) is it to have snow shipped? I have a dear friend who was praying for snow on her birthday, but although it was looking hopeful, we are, in fact, in Texas. Could a large foam cooler, lined with dry ice, keep the snow not only frozen, but at least snow-ey enough to make snowballs?
posted on Jan 14, 2007 - 17 answers

No two snowflakes are alike. True or false?
posted on Dec 29, 2006 - 12 answers

I am going to Vail, Colorado this weekend. How can I save some money on a one day lift pass? [more inside]
posted on Dec 14, 2006 - 5 answers

Looking for a Snow Globe with a stripper in it. Preferably with dollar bills as snowflakes. No luck on ebay so far. Any suggestions where I could find one.
posted on Dec 10, 2006 - 3 answers

What will Chicago traffic be like around noon today? [more inside]
posted on Dec 1, 2006 - 11 answers

Help me find women's winter boots! [more inside]
posted on Nov 5, 2006 - 19 answers

I hate winter. How can I make the next four months better than they would be otherwise? [more inside]
posted on Nov 1, 2006 - 69 answers

Help me find sexy black boots for a very cold climate. [more inside]
posted on Oct 20, 2006 - 13 answers

Living in Lake Tahoe(!) My sister-in-law has a chance to live out in Lake Tahoe for the ski season. She'll be working, either on a mountain or off, but she doesn't have a job lined up yet. My question (after a chat with her) is about where she might want to live. Been to Tahoe? Lived there? Help a recent college grad have a blast. [more inside]
posted on Sep 25, 2006 - 9 answers

Can a truck with an automatic transmission run a front-mounted snow plow? [more inside]
posted on Sep 23, 2006 - 8 answers

What sort of gear would I need for snow/cold-weather camping? [more inside]
posted on Jul 30, 2006 - 13 answers

Why are some of my cable channels covered in snow, while others are perfectly fine? [more inside]
posted on Feb 7, 2006 - 17 answers

What's the best path via roads between Portland, OR and Houston, TX this time of year, keeping potential winter driving conditions in mind? [more inside]
posted on Jan 25, 2006 - 11 answers

Heliskiing? What did you wish you knew before going? [more inside]
posted on Jan 16, 2006 - 4 answers

Inexpensive, kid-friendly, currently snowy places to stay in the Lake Tahoe area? Bonus points for rustic/cabin/B&B atmosphere!
posted on Jan 1, 2006 - 8 answers

My wife and I are moving from Florida to Louisville, KY. What do I need to do or know to make the transition from warm to cold weather go as smoothly as possible? [more inside]
posted on Dec 27, 2005 - 12 answers

Can anyone remember the last time it snowed in San Francisco? [more inside]
posted on Dec 19, 2005 - 11 answers

Anyone use these "Yaktrax" thingys? More importantly, any experience using them on not-entirely-flat-soled-shoes? [more inside]
posted on Dec 15, 2005 - 11 answers

Help me find some Family Fun in the snow (Europe) but not with skiing - I week Dec 26th- [more inside]
posted on Nov 13, 2005 - 4 answers

A couple of questions on snow tires for BMWs... [more inside]
posted on Oct 21, 2005 - 8 answers