Viewing a single comment thread. View all comments

_RetroBear OP t1_ix5av95 wrote

Reply to comment by CBassTian in I've ridden the bus 3 times and I'm already pissed by _RetroBear

I just want to get to and from carystreet without my car!!! I know its easier to drive there but this is the first time I'm living in richmond city proper and I shouldnt need to drive everywhere

29

catbarfs t1_ix5bgu4 wrote

Get a bike, fam

5

_RetroBear OP t1_ix5gbqg wrote

I have a bike. I only ride it for exercise because my anxiety doesn't let me leave it anywhere.

14

Diet_Coke t1_ix6vgt4 wrote

The main thing is to get a nice lock. Nothing's unbeatable, but if it's enough of a pain in the ass then there will be easier targets around. Something like this is enough to keep your bike safe in Richmond. You can wrap it around the seat post, sling it over your shoulder, or toss it in a bag while you ride. Other important thing is don't have quick release hubs.

6

catbarfs t1_ixehqfs wrote

Your comment reminded me I need to pick up a better lock. Thank you.

2

VillageIdiotsAgent t1_ix60uhh wrote

Get a cheap bike if you can. I had a beater I used for errands and such, and a nice bike for riding for riding’s sake. It’s still not a guarantee it won’t get stolen, but it makes it less of a target. And then at least if it does you’re not out as much.

2

CBassTian t1_ix5dh25 wrote

What time are you riding? In the afternoon before 6ish, service is fairly frequent and I've never gotten "stuck" in Carytown after taking the bus. The only time I've Ubered home was when it was late and/or pouring rain.

2

_RetroBear OP t1_ix5gqp9 wrote

I took the 11am there from the stop by diversity. Tried to take it home going northbound from the stop off Cary and Sheppard. Suppose to be there by 130

4

halfghan24 t1_ix6i9us wrote

Assuming that’s the 20 you’re talking about, I believe they recently changed the frequency that one runs. Used to be two or more times an hour, now im lucky if I catch it once within an hour

3