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There is currently a 2005 Chevrolet Blazer with 310,000 kilometres for sale in my area for $5500 CAD (Could likely offer $5000). Some of the pros are that it is a manual (would love to learn), had the clutch replaced at 250,xxx kms, and had the whole front end replaced at 300,xxx kms, has a clean interior, and looks relatively rust free (big plus as I live in the rust belt) I am however worried about the high mileage, can any of you speak to how the 4.3 V6’s last long term assuming that it has been well maintained? I would be upgrading from a 2003 Ford Escape with 286,xxx kms that has a good engine but it’s pretty rusty. Please let me know your thoughts, thanks!

Hey all, I'm based out of southern AB and want to scramble Mt. Blakiston in mid-late August, and was wondering if you guys could recommend some fun scrambles/hikes in the Crowsnest/Castle/Waterton area to help prepare physically, and to improve my scrambling and route finding abilities for Blakiston (Also for other hard scrambles in the area such as Dungarvan and Galwey). Please also mention any hikes you would recommend skipping. Currently looking at doing (in order) Turtle Mtn, Crowsnest Mtn, Mt Haig, Akamina ridge + Forum Peak, Mt Glendowan, and Victoria ridge & peak. Thanks for your input.