As you’ve all pointed out… they’re mostly references to other comic strip locales. Kudos to Grog for catching Geek’s Neck! As for Chagrin Falls, that’s where some fans believe Calvin and Hobbes takes place, though the strip never says so – fans have pieced it together from landmarks. And the town of Gaffe is where our hero is heading…
craigwestlake over 6 years ago
I notice a tribute to Dilbert; the top sign directs you to Elbonia…
skyriderwest over 6 years ago
Looks like Bloom County as well, 2nd sign down.
Azzrael over 6 years ago
… and ‘ID’ from Wizard of Id and Thule from Prince Valiant. Nicely done, Conley.
Khatkhattu Premium Member over 6 years ago
Also Walt Kelly tribute to Pogo’s swamp.
GROG Premium Member over 6 years ago
I think the Sign for Geek’s Neck is a nod to Cul de Sac.
Steve Conley creator over 6 years ago
As you’ve all pointed out… they’re mostly references to other comic strip locales. Kudos to Grog for catching Geek’s Neck! As for Chagrin Falls, that’s where some fans believe Calvin and Hobbes takes place, though the strip never says so – fans have pieced it together from landmarks. And the town of Gaffe is where our hero is heading…
Happy, happy, happy!!! Premium Member over 6 years ago
Robert?
snowedin, now known as Missy's mom Premium Member over 2 years ago
Love this!