I moved here two years ago. I live in Middleton. I found the cons list interesting. I have had no issues with flies and mosquitoes and I am one street away on three sides from large fields. There is also many cow’s around here-no problem. Still have my All Season tires. I have purchased a pair of flannel lined pants but the coats that I had in SoCal 11:57 the night life here is non existent but that was never my scene anyway. I did buy a small snowblower and have used it three times. Didn’t need to but I figured I bought it so use it.
When you say no nightlife, that's interesting because I see posts of people I know out at some cool places at night having a great time. I'm guessing it just means it's not open super late and there aren't a ton of options? @@livinginidaho
So true about the flies! From my 40 plus years living here in Boise, for me the biggest con is winter inversions. Days and days of fog and gray. The ones we had in the 90's were really bad.
@@livinginidaho we’ve been curious about the walkability and bike-ability of the area! Great videos - they’ve been really informative breakdowns of things we’ve been looking for!
@@edanderson3279 the bike-ability and walkability are great. I’ll ad those to my list of videos to make. That’s one thing I love about Boise is the Green belt which is the bike path along the river all the way from lucky peak out to eagle Idaho. What are you curious about in terms those things?
@@edanderson3279 I just answered your question about walkability in this video I just posted. Let me know what you think and if it was helpful. I'll make another one soon about bike-ability Happy Thanksgiving.
Many people are moving to Boise ...because they heard that you can openly carry firearms in Boise .and the police leave you alone... The Rolling Stones named an album after the greenbelt in boise "GOAT HEAD SOUP"
One additional con with weather. It's really dry and I'm not sure if their water is adding to the dryness. I come out for a few days every month or so, and my hands dry up so fast and start getting white flakes and getting red splotches. Invest in a good hand cream when visiting!
Plz don't move here!! It totally sucks!!!!! our winters are hell ,horrible it's so cold... and we're full!!!!! we don't want any more people especially if you're from California.
I would agree, it’s cold here, the summers are hot, and it’s getting crowded in Ada county and the city is having to change things to accommodate. If you don’t believe in Idaho but instead want to change it to be like the place you came from (California), then reconsider your move. Thanks for your comment Linda.
I have yet to be bitten by a fly. So your safe there. What questions can I answer specifically for you about medical care. In terms of stores, we have a lot of options. It really depends on where you live that will determine what is closet to you. Are there any stores your looking for specifically? Lots of great mechanics in town. Lots of plumbing in town. My friend works for a company that does a lot of work in the north end of boise where the pipes and sewer lines are all really old and need to be updated. Thanks for the comment
I'm an Idaho Spud' & I grew up around here 🙃 . I'm an adrenaline junkie and I'm always looking for things fast enough to do something stupid and fun with, but I'm also a bicycle junkie and I agree, Goatheads suck and I hate them almost as much as I hate the red face and bald-faced paper wasps that we have around here. Now as far as goat heads and bicycles go I have a solution for you. Some of it comes down to the type of tires you use because you'll find some are truly better than others and more resistant to punctures and tears from rocks and things. My personal preference is to use "Specialized" Brand Tires w/ puncture proof for thorn resistant heavy-duty tubes, mr. Tuffy Tire liners and the green goo you referred to which is called Slime. If you use good tires especially the steel belted tires, mr. Tuffy Tire liners with half a bottle of slime and each of them you'll never have to worry about goateads again, or at least from getting a flat because of them . I was in Boise one day and I decided to take a shortcut down a Canal bank I hadn't been down in quite a long time off North Curtis Road and needless to say by the time I got off the Canal bank I had so many goat heads in my tires both front and back I literally couldn't see them there were so many goatheads stuck in them. I stopped, flipped my bike upside down, pulled out my pocket knife & got to work getting them outta my tires. About an hour later my tires were clear, still full of air & never went flat even after all that 😋 ..
That’s great. I was just filling some of my tires back up with slime this last week as the days have been getting a bit warmer. I’ll have to look into your suggestions in how to make my tires more resistant to punctures. Thanks for the comment and thanks for watching.
@@livinginidaho it's all good 🙃 . Thorn resistant or puncture-proof tubes, mr. Tuffy Tire liners, and half a bottle of slime in each tube with a good set of tires is a recipe for never having to worry about goat heads or getting a flat from them again. I did that for so long I went through four or five pairs of tires and eventually wore the tubes out from chafing and finally had to replace them like 6 years later 😋
It's not that the winters are cold here it's that if you're coming from a place say like California winter is long. Also in winter the sun doesn't come directly over you it comes kind of like a flat arch. So for me coming from California I have to actually drive back to California for a couple weeks or so to get away from the length of winter here.
Yes, it is nice to get a break in the winter time. My wife just took a trip to Arizona today with some friends to get away. The sun during the summer is directly over head and in the winter the sun dips down at 44 degrees it feels like. A bonus if you have a south facing house you’ll get tons of sunlight in the winter because the light can dip under your roof and get through the window. This warms the house up in the winter.
Interesting cons. We moved from Seattle to southern Illinois in 2018, I am looking to relocate, possibly to the Boise area because I love the four seasons. Down here we deal with extremely hot & humid weather from late Spring thru late September, I hate it. Those “goatheads” look similar to the spiky gumball trees that are common down south. Another reason why I hate it here is “tornado alley” has shifted through the years, it’s not only in Oklahoma and Kansas but further east now, Missouri, Illinois (central, southern), Kentucky…I hate the tornado watches/warnings, our little town took a direct hit from an F3 tornado in 2021. Coming from Seattle, I never experienced anything like this and I never want to ever again!! No tornadoes in Boise!!! LOL!!! 😂😂😂 The winters are similar to Idaho winters so I can deal with that. I am just exploring my options, I know my daughter wants to move to Idaho, she’s tired of the humidity and threats of tornadoes too.
That’s a big move. I grew up in the Seattle area. Where did you live? The summers here in Boise can get hot just so you know, but humidity as you know isn’t something we deal with. I couldn’t image living somewhere where your threaten by tornadoes. If you wanna chat more, give me a call. I’m free today. 208-264-3211 Glad you enjoyed the video :)
Thanks, my dad lived on Queen Ann Hill in downtown Seattle, after I got out of the military I stayed with him, got hired by Boeing then moved in an apartment near him, which was good because if he got sick I was always nearby. My husband’s family live here in Illinois, we moved from WA state because my husband is seriously ill, he wanted to be near his family here and eventually be buried here, I will honor his wishes, of course. After he passes, my daughter and I want back west, we are NOT Midwesterners, we’re ready to bail. Thank you for your # and information, when we are ready to relocate I will let you know.
@@scooter2473 Upper Queen Anne USED to be a gorgeous upscale part of Seattle. It still is...on the surface. But what most people don't see is that it's been overrun by theft, vandalism, homelessness, and drugs. Talk to any business owner on Queen Anne Avenue. They're all thinking of moving out or already have because it's gotten so bad. And all the corrupt and inept politicians are too cowardly to address the problems. They're a part of the homeless-industrial-complex.
Yep there really are only 3 things wrong with Boise. 1) Should be Pacific time, 2) Conservative values rock yet too many "other" values are moving here - you guess what I saying, and 3) February!!!
OMG - GOAT HEADS!!! So all disclosure, I was born and raised in Boise Idaho, 52 years. So I'm a cyclist commuter to work downtown and YES Goat heads are nasty. The green goo is called Slime. You HAVE to have it and the worst month for it is October. They are incredibly difficult to kill.
Don't let the Winter stop you from moving here. Let the Spring, Summer and Fall stop you. Notwithstanding there is lack of jobs that pay a livable wage, such that locals are pushed out by the incoming colonizers...
Republican run citys are way up and up then liberal citys. Arizona northern part of the state thrive. The southern part of the state liberal. Poor run down dirty..
Um you forgot we do have a huge problem w meth. Were 49th in the nation of education. Medical infilstructure is extreamly poor. One specialest is a 18 month wait. If you have cronic health problems not a great place to live. Several PDs are under investigation. People are rude and blame Cals. not bright enough to realize that the haters should be mad at the builders, code enforcement, and their Gov. I dont hear anyone screaming during construction season on Fridays when they get thier check though. Im an investor and will say Boise ruined its self with all the HOAs that are useless and a rip off imho. Ive invested in other parts of Idaho and Ive sold almost everything and am looking at taking my assets elsewhere.
Thanks for your question. It's important to note that Boise, like many cities, has a range of perspectives. While there's a majority who respect and accept people of all orientations, you might also encounter individuals who hold different views. Overall, Boise is generally a safe city, but it's not exempt from occasional disagreements or tensions, as is the case in any community. Everyone's experience can vary, so it might be best to connect with local LGBTQ+ organizations or individuals who can provide a more personal perspective. Regardless of these differences, I believe that the majority of Boise residents value treating everyone with kindness and respect.
Yah, goat heads aren’t great, but in the big picture it’s a minor thing. The flies can also be felt with and it’s just for a season. What has you watching Boise videos?
Bug zappers arent the best for fly control. The fly catcher shown in the video are the ones I've had the most success with. Although they do smell bad. Another thing I thought of that newcomers have never had to deal with......... Mormon crickets!
Those fly traps I use are amazing at catching flies. You almost feel bad for how many you catch. We do place them away from our outdoor living area so we don’t get the smell. One day my kids were in the backyard playing and my two of my boys got into it… the oldest grabbed the fly trap off the fence post and threw it at the other kid and it burst open on his head. 🤢🤮
I moved here two years ago. I live in Middleton. I found the cons list interesting. I have had no issues with flies and mosquitoes and I am one street away on three sides from large fields. There is also many cow’s around here-no problem.
Still have my All Season tires.
I have purchased a pair of flannel lined pants but the coats that I had in SoCal 11:57 the night life here is non existent but that was never my scene anyway.
I did buy a small snowblower and have used it three times. Didn’t need to but I figured I bought it so use it.
Middleton is a nice place.
Yes, there is not nightlife here in Idaho.
Thanks for sharing!
When you say no nightlife, that's interesting because I see posts of people I know out at some cool places at night having a great time. I'm guessing it just means it's not open super late and there aren't a ton of options? @@livinginidaho
So true about the flies! From my 40 plus years living here in Boise, for me the biggest con is winter inversions. Days and days of fog and gray. The ones we had in the 90's were really bad.
The flies can be bad.
Loving your content! Great production value / cinematography and good overviews of the total vibe of Boise.
Thanks Ed, I really appreciate that. What do you want to see next? What videos can I make to help?
@@livinginidaho we’ve been curious about the walkability and bike-ability of the area! Great videos - they’ve been really informative breakdowns of things we’ve been looking for!
@@edanderson3279 the bike-ability and walkability are great. I’ll ad those to my list of videos to make. That’s one thing I love about Boise is the Green belt which is the bike path along the river all the way from lucky peak out to eagle Idaho.
What are you curious about in terms those things?
@@edanderson3279 I just answered your question about walkability in this video I just posted. Let me know what you think and if it was helpful. I'll make another one soon about bike-ability Happy Thanksgiving.
Ed, I just posted a video on the Bike-ability of Boise... let me know what you think? ruclips.net/video/WWjuvu46zC4/видео.html
Many people are moving to Boise ...because they heard that you can openly carry firearms in Boise .and the police leave you alone... The Rolling Stones named an album after the greenbelt in boise "GOAT HEAD SOUP"
Open carry is a nice part of living in Idaho
One additional con with weather. It's really dry and I'm not sure if their water is adding to the dryness. I come out for a few days every month or so, and my hands dry up so fast and start getting white flakes and getting red splotches. Invest in a good hand cream when visiting!
Thanks for sharing
Plz don't move here!! It totally sucks!!!!! our winters are hell ,horrible it's so cold... and we're full!!!!! we don't want any more people especially if you're from California.
I would agree, it’s cold here, the summers are hot, and it’s getting crowded in Ada county and the city is having to change things to accommodate. If you don’t believe in Idaho but instead want to change it to be like the place you came from (California), then reconsider your move. Thanks for your comment Linda.
Are the flies, the biting kind? What about medical care, grocery stores, service industries like auto mechanics and plumbers?
I have yet to be bitten by a fly. So your safe there.
What questions can I answer specifically for you about medical care.
In terms of stores, we have a lot of options. It really depends on where you live that will determine what is closet to you. Are there any stores your looking for specifically?
Lots of great mechanics in town.
Lots of plumbing in town. My friend works for a company that does a lot of work in the north end of boise where the pipes and sewer lines are all really old and need to be updated.
Thanks for the comment
Goat Heads would be a good sports team name. The Boise Goat Heads.
Lol! Should be a high school mascot
😄 I know, right?
I'm an Idaho Spud' & I grew up around here 🙃 . I'm an adrenaline junkie and I'm always looking for things fast enough to do something stupid and fun with, but I'm also a bicycle junkie and I agree, Goatheads suck and I hate them almost as much as I hate the red face and bald-faced paper wasps that we have around here. Now as far as goat heads and bicycles go I have a solution for you. Some of it comes down to the type of tires you use because you'll find some are truly better than others and more resistant to punctures and tears from rocks and things. My personal preference is to use "Specialized" Brand Tires w/ puncture proof for thorn resistant heavy-duty tubes, mr. Tuffy Tire liners and the green goo you referred to which is called Slime. If you use good tires especially the steel belted tires, mr. Tuffy Tire liners with half a bottle of slime and each of them you'll never have to worry about goateads again, or at least from getting a flat because of them . I was in Boise one day and I decided to take a shortcut down a Canal bank I hadn't been down in quite a long time off North Curtis Road and needless to say by the time I got off the Canal bank I had so many goat heads in my tires both front and back I literally couldn't see them there were so many goatheads stuck in them. I stopped, flipped my bike upside down, pulled out my pocket knife & got to work getting them outta my tires. About an hour later my tires were clear, still full of air & never went flat even after all that 😋 ..
That’s great. I was just filling some of my tires back up with slime this last week as the days have been getting a bit warmer. I’ll have to look into your suggestions in how to make my tires more resistant to punctures.
Thanks for the comment and thanks for watching.
@@livinginidaho it's all good 🙃 . Thorn resistant or puncture-proof tubes, mr. Tuffy Tire liners, and half a bottle of slime in each tube with a good set of tires is a recipe for never having to worry about goat heads or getting a flat from them again. I did that for so long I went through four or five pairs of tires and eventually wore the tubes out from chafing and finally had to replace them like 6 years later 😋
We need a ton of Vicki's around the country 👍👍
Isn’t she great 😊
It's not that the winters are cold here it's that if you're coming from a place say like California winter is long. Also in winter the sun doesn't come directly over you it comes kind of like a flat arch. So for me coming from California I have to actually drive back to California for a couple weeks or so to get away from the length of winter here.
Yes, it is nice to get a break in the winter time. My wife just took a trip to Arizona today with some friends to get away.
The sun during the summer is directly over head and in the winter the sun dips down at 44 degrees it feels like. A bonus if you have a south facing house you’ll get tons of sunlight in the winter because the light can dip under your roof and get through the window. This warms the house up in the winter.
please feature Butte county, there are a very few videos about that Idaho
place
Interesting cons. We moved from Seattle to southern Illinois in 2018, I am looking to relocate, possibly to the Boise area because I love the four seasons. Down here we deal with extremely hot & humid weather from late Spring thru late September, I hate it. Those “goatheads” look similar to the spiky gumball trees that are common down south. Another reason why I hate it here is “tornado alley” has shifted through the years, it’s not only in Oklahoma and Kansas but further east now, Missouri, Illinois (central, southern), Kentucky…I hate the tornado watches/warnings, our little town took a direct hit from an F3 tornado in 2021. Coming from Seattle, I never experienced anything like this and I never want to ever again!! No tornadoes in Boise!!! LOL!!! 😂😂😂
The winters are similar to Idaho winters so I can deal with that. I am just exploring my options, I know my daughter wants to move to Idaho, she’s tired of the humidity and threats of tornadoes too.
That’s a big move. I grew up in the Seattle area. Where did you live?
The summers here in Boise can get hot just so you know, but humidity as you know isn’t something we deal with.
I couldn’t image living somewhere where your threaten by tornadoes.
If you wanna chat more, give me a call. I’m free today. 208-264-3211
Glad you enjoyed the video :)
Thanks, my dad lived on Queen Ann Hill in downtown Seattle, after I got out of the military I stayed with him, got hired by Boeing then moved in an apartment near him, which was good because if he got sick I was always nearby.
My husband’s family live here in Illinois, we moved from WA state because my husband is seriously ill, he wanted to be near his family here and eventually be buried here, I will honor his wishes, of course. After he passes, my daughter and I want back west, we are NOT Midwesterners, we’re ready to bail.
Thank you for your # and information, when we are ready to relocate I will let you know.
We are full.
@@letsgobrandon5916 thanks for your thoughts
@@scooter2473 Upper Queen Anne USED to be a gorgeous upscale part of Seattle. It still is...on the surface. But what most people don't see is that it's been overrun by theft, vandalism, homelessness, and drugs. Talk to any business owner on Queen Anne Avenue. They're all thinking of moving out or already have because it's gotten so bad. And all the corrupt and inept politicians are too cowardly to address the problems. They're a part of the homeless-industrial-complex.
Not sure what’s worse, dealing with cold winters in Boise or hot miserable summers in Texas
😂 I know how you feel. It’s a toss up.
Texas cam get freezing in the winter also
@@capalottyslimalini2878 you're right
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Yep there really are only 3 things wrong with Boise. 1) Should be Pacific time, 2) Conservative values rock yet too many "other" values are moving here - you guess what I saying, and 3) February!!!
It is interesting being so close to the time zone. Makes for those long summer days
Evidently, you don’t ski. February is the month we all get our bathing suits out to get our tans on the mountains.
Every month it’s get 10 degrees warmer. February has been great so far and I was skiing last Friday with long sleeves on the mounting last week.
@@livinginidaho never have I ever gone down any mountain in long sleeves. The sacrilege! 🤣
OMG - GOAT HEADS!!! So all disclosure, I was born and raised in Boise Idaho, 52 years. So I'm a cyclist commuter to work downtown and YES Goat heads are nasty. The green goo is called Slime. You HAVE to have it and the worst month for it is October. They are incredibly difficult to kill.
Still not affordable for working families
The prices in Boise have definitely gone up over the years.
BOY-CEE not BOY-ZEE get the name right before you come here
Thanks for the comment. Appreciate your constructive feedback.
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Don't let the Winter stop you from moving here. Let the Spring, Summer and Fall stop you. Notwithstanding there is lack of jobs that pay a livable wage, such that locals are pushed out by the incoming colonizers...
Thanks for sharing your thoughts.
liberal colonists!!!! ah the irony.
Ada county needs to have a goathead removal program.
We do this instead www.boisegoatheadfest.com/
Republican run citys are way up and up then liberal citys. Arizona northern part of the state thrive. The southern part of the state liberal. Poor run down dirty..
Um you forgot we do have a huge problem w meth. Were 49th in the nation of education. Medical infilstructure is extreamly poor. One specialest is a 18 month wait. If you have cronic health problems not a great place to live. Several PDs are under investigation. People are rude and blame Cals. not bright enough to realize that the haters should be mad at the builders, code enforcement, and their Gov. I dont hear anyone screaming during construction season on Fridays when they get thier check though. Im an investor and will say Boise ruined its self with all the HOAs that are useless and a rip off imho. Ive invested in other parts of Idaho and Ive sold almost everything and am looking at taking my assets elsewhere.
Hi Barbara, thanks for sharing your experience of Boise.
Boise. Not Boyzee
I know :)
Would you say Boise is a safe and accepting area to live being lqbtq+ ??
Thanks for your question. It's important to note that Boise, like many cities, has a range of perspectives. While there's a majority who respect and accept people of all orientations, you might also encounter individuals who hold different views. Overall, Boise is generally a safe city, but it's not exempt from occasional disagreements or tensions, as is the case in any community. Everyone's experience can vary, so it might be best to connect with local LGBTQ+ organizations or individuals who can provide a more personal perspective. Regardless of these differences, I believe that the majority of Boise residents value treating everyone with kindness and respect.
Boise is probably the safest city in the world. but there isnt much money there people moving there doesn't help. unless they start exporting stuff
Boise is a very safe city
Big pro. Boise State Bronco football. GO BIG BLUE
LET"S GO
Dude you are "from Portland" and the correct way to pronounce the name of this town is "Boy-see" not "Boy-zee" as you are doing.
I know I’m not saying Boise correctly. Maybe one day I’ll be able to fix it.
If you can’t say the name properly you probably shouldn’t be giving a review of the town. Just saying.
Thanks for the comment but I won’t let the way I say Boise stop me from helping others.
@@livinginidaho Or you could just say it correctly haha
I’d say I’m 50/50 at the moment.
Idaho has been bad to worse. People doing drugs, alcohol and weed. Idahoans pick them up because they take good care of it
Thanks for sharing your thoughts. Where did you see this happening in Idaho?
I would not like goat heads and the flies.
Yah, goat heads aren’t great, but in the big picture it’s a minor thing. The flies can also be felt with and it’s just for a season.
What has you watching Boise videos?
Don't speak bad about Idaho SOG
Just calling it out as I see it Hugo :)
Bug zapper
Yep!
Bug zappers arent the best for fly control. The fly catcher shown in the video are the ones I've had the most success with. Although they do smell bad. Another thing I thought of that newcomers have never had to deal with......... Mormon crickets!
Those fly traps I use are amazing at catching flies. You almost feel bad for how many you catch. We do place them away from our outdoor living area so we don’t get the smell.
One day my kids were in the backyard playing and my two of my boys got into it… the oldest grabbed the fly trap off the fence post and threw it at the other kid and it burst open on his head. 🤢🤮
Goat heads and dogs… yikes
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The gay life there sucks
Are you from Boise?
Boise has been Californicated.
Ray, thanks for the comment. How has it been californicated in your view?
No, no, no! Keep voting RED!