My theory is proven true!

*trikebubble* · 09-07-2008

I've had this theory, in relation to the differing (how should I say) "attitudes" of Canadian border officers as compared to US border officers.
Over they years, I've noticed that the US boder officers were a darn sight more friendly, inviting, and accomodating than our Canadian ones. (Yes, the ones who my tax dollars fund).

My theory, in a nutshell, goes like this:
The Canadian border officers do not carry sidearms, and they have to spend their entire day looking across at their American brothers, who conduct the exact same type of work, and get to pack. I summised that because of this, it made them sour, and somewhat envious, and who better to take their "attitude" out on, than the very citizens of the Country they are required to protect and serve.
As compared to the American border officers, who 99% of the time treat us with the great respect.

We have had the oppurtunity to cross the border twice in the past 2 weeks, and I immediatly noticed something "just not quite right". On both occasions as we returned to Canada, the border officers were cordial, inviting, and just downright friendly.
As we pulled away, in disbelief, I noticed (in both cases)...........a shiny black firearm holstered on their side.

I can now say that my study has been completed. So thank you to whoever is responsible for arming our border officers, and the subsequant change in "attitude".

Disclaimer - This study has not been funded by, in any form, shape, or manner, by any organization, either Canadian or American, in part or in full.

Seadog1967 · 09-07-2008

You forgot to mention also that no Canadian's or American's were hurt in this study. LOL Cool observation my man. Funny but probably right.

techy · 09-07-2008

I've heard it before.
An armed society is a polite society!

Ruger · 09-07-2008

They just had a little case of "Magnum Envy"....they got it fixed and all's well.

pat0021 · 09-07-2008

You know... I noticed that on my only trip to canada. That's just too bad...

SilverEagle · 09-07-2008

Like they say: God created mankind, but Samuel Colt made them equal.

*jukief* · 09-08-2008

Hmmmm... Very interesting!

**2WheelFun** · 09-08-2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by trikebubble

I've had this theory, in relation to the differing (how should I say) "attitudes" of Canadian border officers as compared to US border officers.
Over they years, I've noticed that the US boder officers were a darn sight more friendly, inviting, and accomodating than our Canadian ones. (Yes, the ones who my tax dollars fund).

My theory, in a nutshell, goes like this:
The Canadian border officers do not carry sidearms, and they have to spend their entire day looking across at their American brothers, who conduct the exact same type of work, and get to pack. I summised that because of this, it made them sour, and somewhat envious, and who better to take their "attitude" out on, than the very citizens of the Country they are required to protect and serve.
As compared to the American border officers, who 99% of the time treat us with the great respect.

We have had the oppurtunity to cross the border twice in the past 2 weeks, and I immediatly noticed something "just not quite right". On both occasions as we returned to Canada, the border officers were cordial, inviting, and just downright friendly.
As we pulled away, in disbelief, I noticed (in both cases)...........a shiny black firearm holstered on their side.

I can now say that my study has been completed. So thank you to whoever is responsible for arming our border officers, and the subsequant change in "attitude".

Disclaimer - This study has not been funded by, in any form, shape, or manner, by any organization, either Canadian or American, in part or in full.

I think it's you Carlo. I've heard the US guards are fearful of the Ferrari name.

*pitchinguy* · 09-08-2008

Gun?? What, "Canadian Club" wouldn't work???!!

daemon · 09-08-2008

someone give me a gun.....i wanna be nice too

CycleDude · 09-08-2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by SilverEagle

Like they say: God created mankind, but Samuel Colt made them equal.

Very true, SE.

jeffs99vulcan · 09-08-2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by daemon

someone give me a gun.....i wanna be nice too

That's where I was going with this... so if we arm EVERYONE, we'll all be so friendly there will be no more disputes?!

We're going the WRONG WAY with arms control up here!!! Get this study published!!!

NCDave · 09-08-2008

Well, you really screwed up.....you should have gotten FUNDING!!!!

Sierra Vulcan · 09-08-2008

I always feel more friendly with a pistol strapped to me! Funny thing, people are more friendly to me when they see the gun. I wonder how that works?

09-07-2008	#1 (permalink)
trikebubble RIP Brother Deron Extreme Forum Supporter Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Okanagan Falls, BC Posts: 18,655	My theory is proven true! I've had this theory, in relation to the differing (how should I say) "attitudes" of Canadian border officers as compared to US border officers. Over they years, I've noticed that the US boder officers were a darn sight more friendly, inviting, and accomodating than our Canadian ones. (Yes, the ones who my tax dollars fund). My theory, in a nutshell, goes like this: The Canadian border officers do not carry sidearms, and they have to spend their entire day looking across at their American brothers, who conduct the exact same type of work, and get to pack. I summised that because of this, it made them sour, and somewhat envious, and who better to take their "attitude" out on, than the very citizens of the Country they are required to protect and serve. As compared to the American border officers, who 99% of the time treat us with the great respect. We have had the oppurtunity to cross the border twice in the past 2 weeks, and I immediatly noticed something "just not quite right". On both occasions as we returned to Canada, the border officers were cordial, inviting, and just downright friendly. As we pulled away, in disbelief, I noticed (in both cases)...........a shiny black firearm holstered on their side. I can now say that my study has been completed. So thank you to whoever is responsible for arming our border officers, and the subsequant change in "attitude". Disclaimer - This study has not been funded by, in any form, shape, or manner, by any organization, either Canadian or American, in part or in full. __________________ 2005 V2K Ltd "I'll ride the wave where it takes me, I'll hold the pain release me"

09-07-2008	#2 (permalink)
Seadog1967 Wannabe Poser BTK Expert Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Western Ma. Posts: 1,978	You forgot to mention also that no Canadian's or American's were hurt in this study. LOL Cool observation my man. Funny but probably right. __________________ Who Needs A Gel Seat When Yer Wearing Depends. Tonkin Gulf Yacht Club 1968 USS America CVA-66

09-07-2008	#4 (permalink)
Ruger Poser Proud® Forum Supporter Join Date: May 2007 Location: Texas Posts: 2,454	They just had a little case of "Magnum Envy"....they got it fixed and all's well. __________________ 2006 VN900 Classic The best car safety device is a rear-view mirror with a cop in it. - Dudley Moore

09-07-2008	#5 (permalink)
pat0021 IBA#34418 Forum Supporter Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Ashland, Oh Posts: 2,126	You know... I noticed that on my only trip to canada. That's just too bad... __________________ If you like your freedom thank a Vet! U.S. Navy Vet 2006 VN900LT

09-07-2008	#6 (permalink)
SilverEagle You only have 1* Forum Supporter Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Montana Posts: 4,109	Like they say: God created mankind, but Samuel Colt made them equal. __________________ VROC#19906 "Opinions are like rear ends, everyone's got one...and what comes out ain't always pretty".

09-07-2008	#3 (permalink)
techy Can't find time to ride BTK Expert Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: St. Louis subburb Posts: 598	I've heard it before. An armed society is a polite society!

09-08-2008	#7 (permalink)
jukief I miss you, Deron Extreme Forum Supporter Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Fort Collins, CO Posts: 18,172	Hmmmm... Very interesting! __________________ In memory of my friend Deron Harden. Life isn't going to be the same without him.

09-08-2008	#9 (permalink)
pitchinguy Deron...THE..."big guy"! Extreme Forum Supporter Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Virginia Posts: 7,850	*Gun?? What, "Canadian Club" wouldn't work???!!* __________________ *LIGHT ENGINEER Todd's Body Paint Team* *Black 1600w/apes*

09-08-2008	#10 (permalink)
daemon devil in god's country BTK Expert Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: greeley,colorado Posts: 10,878	someone give me a gun.....i wanna be nice too __________________ my_vids litany_of_fear

09-08-2008	#13 (permalink)
NCDave Clark Grizwald Trainee BTK Expert Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Concord, NC Posts: 9,631	Well, you really screwed up.....you should have gotten FUNDING!!!! __________________ NCDave Don't Blame Me, I Voted For The Hot Chick http://www.bikepics.com/members/ncdave

09-08-2008	#14 (permalink)
Sierra Vulcan Sorry Barbie BTK Expert Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Found Ken and Killed him, now I'm heading home. Posts: 670	I always feel more friendly with a pistol strapped to me! Funny thing, people are more friendly to me when they see the gun. I wonder how that works? __________________ Send Lawyers, Guns & Money The Sh#t has hit the fan!

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
You might be a True American	cbr74	Off Topic	230	10-05-2008 03:53 PM
Is it true that girls like guys on motorcycles?	jpninja05	Kawasaki Cruisers	138	10-04-2007 07:36 PM
a twist on the traditional true fire paintjob	bdsbigzrx	Kawasaki Cruisers	32	01-12-2007 03:40 PM
Chickenstripe Theory	E.Diane	Main Lobby	17	06-09-2006 09:41 AM