Loser Cruiser? Hadn’t heard that one before. Pretty funny, and yes, the buses are certainly full of “characters”. However, there are usually enough “normal” people on the bus that I find the “losers” more amusing than threatening.
Temeculaguy, yes I totally agree, mass transit is not a practical option for people with kids. Although I do quite often see families on the trolley headed to Padre games.
Lindismith, yes there is a website at sdcommute.com. Click on “trip planner” and enter your starting point and destination and it will give you multiple options, depending on how far you are willing to walk. And yes, you can take your bike on the trolley and all the buses have bike racks as well. I see quite a few people with bikes riding the bus, everything from “losers” to triathlon looking types.
As far as going out at night, I haven’t done that yet on mass transit. I have a feeling it wouldn’t be as comfortable as during the day, especially if you’re traveling alone.
Mixxalot, why would I ever want to go to Mira Mesa at 9:00 at night?? haha But you have a good point. Mass transit can certainly have drawbacks, depending on your lifestyle.
As I mentioned in my original post, the only reason I gave up my car is because I hated driving (stress, panic attacks, etc). I did not do it for any political or environmental beliefs, it was strictly a selfish decision that has worked out well for me, financially and emotionally. And physically as well, I certainly do a lot more walking now.
I started a blog at ilovethe120express.blogspot.com. I had hoped to keep a daily journal of my bus escapades, but have only managed 3 blogs so far.
