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Will the R1/9s run for the Holidays? |
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Posted by BMRR on Thu Nov 3 07:21:15 2011 Its getting close to that time of the year! I always look forwardto this event. I can smell them already. |
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Posted by Joe Saitta on Thu Nov 3 07:22:51 2011, in response to Will the R1/9s run for the Holidays?, posted by BMRR on Thu Nov 3 07:21:15 2011. Then you can probably also smell the contingent of unwashed, dirty-clothed railfans who will be happy to join you. Check eBay for gas masks. |
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Posted by Steve B-8AVEXP on Thu Nov 3 08:12:06 2011, in response to Re: Will the R1/9s run for the Holidays?, posted by Joe Saitta on Thu Nov 3 07:22:51 2011. I wonder if 103 will be joining the fun. |
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Posted by WillD on Thu Nov 3 10:44:05 2011, in response to Re: Will the R1/9s run for the Holidays?, posted by Joe Saitta on Thu Nov 3 07:22:51 2011. Where would you suggest we turn for a supplier of earplugs to block the one self-important railfan who will scream and curse at children to get out of his shots? |
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Posted by Railman718 on Thu Nov 3 10:45:05 2011, in response to Will the R1/9s run for the Holidays?, posted by BMRR on Thu Nov 3 07:21:15 2011. I was there last year had a good time...Well for one day though... |
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Posted by Joe Saitta on Thu Nov 3 11:12:46 2011, in response to Re: Will the R1/9s run for the Holidays?, posted by WillD on Thu Nov 3 10:44:05 2011. eBay. And who might this self-important railfan be? Or does he take photos of the children and post them? |
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Posted by Steve B-8AVEXP on Thu Nov 3 11:18:57 2011, in response to Re: Will the R1/9s run for the Holidays?, posted by Joe Saitta on Thu Nov 3 11:12:46 2011. I'll bet it ain't Dennis Riga. |
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Posted by Joe Saitta on Thu Nov 3 11:24:27 2011, in response to Re: Will the R1/9s run for the Holidays?, posted by Steve B-8AVEXP on Thu Nov 3 11:18:57 2011. Agreed. He never stops talking long enough to take any photos. |
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Posted by R-1-9 on Thu Nov 3 11:44:38 2011, in response to Re: Will the R1/9s run for the Holidays?, posted by Steve B-8AVEXP on Thu Nov 3 08:12:06 2011. If the R-1-9 do run this year,R-1 #103 will not be in the line up;sorry to say....... |
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Posted by Newkirk Plaza David on Thu Nov 3 11:57:51 2011, in response to Re: Will the R1/9s run for the Holidays?, posted by Joe Saitta on Thu Nov 3 11:12:46 2011. I know who - - it happened at Euclid Ave. |
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Posted by Railman718 on Thu Nov 3 12:14:54 2011, in response to Re: Will the R1/9s run for the Holidays?, posted by Newkirk Plaza David on Thu Nov 3 11:57:51 2011. Train Dude? |
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Posted by vfrt on Thu Nov 3 12:16:09 2011, in response to Re: Will the R1/9s run for the Holidays?, posted by Joe Saitta on Thu Nov 3 07:22:51 2011. Was it that bad last year? |
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Posted by Newkirk Plaza David on Thu Nov 3 12:26:53 2011, in response to Re: Will the R1/9s run for the Holidays?, posted by Railman718 on Thu Nov 3 12:14:54 2011. Nah, he is classier than that person. |
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Posted by Railman718 on Thu Nov 3 12:54:19 2011, in response to Re: Will the R1/9s run for the Holidays?, posted by Newkirk Plaza David on Thu Nov 3 12:26:53 2011. Ah that narrows it down.... |
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Posted by WillD on Thu Nov 3 13:05:57 2011, in response to Re: Will the R1/9s run for the Holidays?, posted by Joe Saitta on Thu Nov 3 11:12:46 2011. As I understand it, you're rather intimately acquainted with this person. |
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Posted by Joe Saitta on Thu Nov 3 13:12:34 2011, in response to Re: Will the R1/9s run for the Holidays?, posted by WillD on Thu Nov 3 13:05:57 2011. I'm not intimately associated with anyone who does not take care of their bodily needs. Are you are that's not the person you're so close to? |
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Posted by Steve B-8AVEXP on Thu Nov 3 13:29:27 2011, in response to Re: Will the R1/9s run for the Holidays?, posted by R-1-9 on Thu Nov 3 11:44:38 2011. How's it coming along? |
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Posted by Chris R16/R2730 on Thu Nov 3 14:05:04 2011, in response to Re: Will the R1/9s run for the Holidays?, posted by WillD on Thu Nov 3 10:44:05 2011. Joe Testagrose will be attending? |
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Posted by Chris R16/R2730 on Thu Nov 3 14:05:59 2011, in response to Re: Will the R1/9s run for the Holidays?, posted by Steve B-8AVEXP on Thu Nov 3 08:12:06 2011. They have enough cars now. Is 103 even undergoing restoration? |
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Posted by WayneJay on Thu Nov 3 15:31:17 2011, in response to Re: Will the R1/9s run for the Holidays?, posted by Joe Saitta on Thu Nov 3 07:22:51 2011. Then you can probably also smell the contingent of unwashed, dirty-clothed railfans who will be happy to join you. Check eBay for gas masks.Yeah - I never could understand that with some transitfans. A few years ago my wife was at BusFest with me when she commented that some of the fans were "smelly" and that there's no way they have girlfriends:-). |
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Posted by Steve B-8AVEXP on Thu Nov 3 15:39:11 2011, in response to Re: Will the R1/9s run for the Holidays?, posted by Chris R16/R2730 on Thu Nov 3 14:05:59 2011. Supposedly restoration has started. The Holiday Special has proven to be quite popular; a nine-car train would be cool. |
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Posted by Joe Saitta on Thu Nov 3 15:39:28 2011, in response to Re: Will the R1/9s run for the Holidays?, posted by WayneJay on Thu Nov 3 15:31:17 2011. Maybe they have smelly girlfriends..... Perhaps their odor is that of raw seafood, which can be enjoyed by some. Birds of a feather stick together. |
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Posted by Chris R16/R2730 on Thu Nov 3 16:56:30 2011, in response to Re: Will the R1/9s run for the Holidays?, posted by Steve B-8AVEXP on Thu Nov 3 15:39:11 2011. Really wish they'd change the route. How about on the J between ENY and Chambers St (barring GO's)? |
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Posted by r33/r36 mainline on Thu Nov 3 17:10:44 2011, in response to Re: Will the R1/9s run for the Holidays?, posted by Joe Saitta on Thu Nov 3 07:22:51 2011. You know, it is possible that some of those railfans do keep up their hygiene and still smell. There are forums for people who suffer from BO and can't seem to solve the issue despite the fact that they bath/shower, wash their clothes like a normal person etc....I'm shocked after all these years no one has did any research on the subject and just jump to conclusion that they don't take care of themselves just because they like trains. |
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Posted by Newkirk Images on Thu Nov 3 17:16:51 2011, in response to Re: Will the R1/9s run for the Holidays?, posted by Chris R16/R2730 on Thu Nov 3 16:56:30 2011. Really wish they'd change the route. How about on the J between ENY and Chambers St (barring GO's)?Nooooo....Way....it's dubbed the "Shoppers Special", for the 6th Ave route during holiday season. The (J) route makes no sense. Why change what works best ? Bill Newkirk |
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Posted by Joe Saitta on Thu Nov 3 17:18:39 2011, in response to Re: Will the R1/9s run for the Holidays?, posted by r33/r36 mainline on Thu Nov 3 17:10:44 2011. You are right but there are other factors that may come into play here. I'll accept that there are persons who can't control body odor, but it's very difficult to believe they keep up their hygiene with dirty, unwashed clothes, unshaven (if not deliberately growing facial hair), etc. Then also remember there are chemicals and sprays to at least mask problem body odor that can be prescribed by a doctor. However, the sheer number of these unwashed ones on any given fantrip makes me believe they really don't care about their personal appearance. Very sad. I do believe that a similar problem exists in many other "fan" groups regardless of the subject they are "fanning." |
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Posted by Joe Saitta on Thu Nov 3 17:20:11 2011, in response to Re: Will the R1/9s run for the Holidays?, posted by Newkirk Images on Thu Nov 3 17:16:51 2011. Correct. And the shoppers, and add NYC visitors to that, makes the routing correct. Yes, it's a bit boring, but we at least have it and are able to experience inexpensive antique rides at least once a year. Be thankful for what exists. |
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Posted by Chris R16/R2730 on Thu Nov 3 17:22:47 2011, in response to Re: Will the R1/9s run for the Holidays?, posted by Newkirk Images on Thu Nov 3 17:16:51 2011. I want to see them running somewhere above ground.If they must remain in midtown, then how about the C between 145th and Chambers? |
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Posted by Chris R16/R2730 on Thu Nov 3 17:24:26 2011, in response to Re: Will the R1/9s run for the Holidays?, posted by Chris R16/R2730 on Thu Nov 3 17:22:47 2011. Or the BMT between Canal St and QBP? At least I could photograph them relaying at Beebe. |
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Posted by WMATAGMOAGH on Thu Nov 3 17:28:20 2011, in response to Re: Will the R1/9s run for the Holidays?, posted by Chris R16/R2730 on Thu Nov 3 17:24:26 2011. Or run the TOMC from 96th to 42nd or SF on 7th Avenue |
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Posted by Newkirk Images on Thu Nov 3 17:33:36 2011, in response to Re: Will the R1/9s run for the Holidays?, posted by Chris R16/R2730 on Thu Nov 3 17:22:47 2011. If they must remain in midtown, then how about the C between 145th and Chambers?The (C) line won't work, there's nothing interesting on 8th Ave. The 6th Ave line is the best since it passes under Herald Square and Rockefeller Center. Get the picture ? Bill Newkirk |
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Posted by randyo on Thu Nov 3 18:12:02 2011, in response to Re: Will the R1/9s run for the Holidays?, posted by Newkirk Images on Thu Nov 3 17:33:36 2011. Then the BMT Bway Subway would be a good alternative since it goes to Herald Sq like the 6 Av route. Either QB Pl or Astoria to Whitehall would be nice. |
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Posted by Bill from Maspeth on Thu Nov 3 18:35:51 2011, in response to Re: Will the R1/9s run for the Holidays?, posted by Chris R16/R2730 on Thu Nov 3 16:56:30 2011. The current route is sufficient. The R1/9's run for the primary benefit of the general public, not for the railfans who would obviously want a variety of routes.IMO there is only one other useful routing: 168 to WTC, barring GO's of course. |
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Posted by Steve B-8AVEXP on Thu Nov 3 18:40:28 2011, in response to Re: Will the R1/9s run for the Holidays?, posted by Joe Saitta on Thu Nov 3 17:20:11 2011. Amen to that. |
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Posted by Joe Saitta on Thu Nov 3 18:40:40 2011, in response to Re: Will the R1/9s run for the Holidays?, posted by Bill from Maspeth on Thu Nov 3 18:35:51 2011. But via 6th Avenue, correct? |
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Posted by Steve B-8AVEXP on Thu Nov 3 18:41:19 2011, in response to Re: Will the R1/9s run for the Holidays?, posted by randyo on Thu Nov 3 18:12:02 2011. Or 57th St. - Carnegie Hall.:) |
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Posted by Steve B-8AVEXP on Thu Nov 3 18:42:05 2011, in response to Re: Will the R1/9s run for the Holidays?, posted by Joe Saitta on Thu Nov 3 18:40:40 2011. There's that switching maneuver south of W. 4th. |
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Posted by Bill from Maspeth on Thu Nov 3 18:55:40 2011, in response to Re: Will the R1/9s run for the Holidays?, posted by Joe Saitta on Thu Nov 3 18:40:40 2011. True, didn't realise that. They could then terminate @ Second Ave. |
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Posted by Joe Saitta on Thu Nov 3 18:57:24 2011, in response to Re: Will the R1/9s run for the Holidays?, posted by Bill from Maspeth on Thu Nov 3 18:55:40 2011. Giving those along CPW an grand opportunity to enjoy antiquity. |
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Posted by randyo on Thu Nov 3 20:05:11 2011, in response to Re: Will the R1/9s run for the Holidays?, posted by Steve B-8AVEXP on Thu Nov 3 18:41:19 2011. Not a bad idea. |
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Posted by Billy P. on Fri Nov 4 02:09:44 2011, in response to Re: Will the R1/9s run for the Holidays?, posted by randyo on Thu Nov 3 20:05:11 2011. We did 57/7 to Whitehall one year. Busted my ass that day. 7 trips. Up & down, up & down....my legs were like rubber at the end of the day. Was fun though.......it's always fun............. |
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Posted by Steve B-8AVEXP on Fri Nov 4 08:02:14 2011, in response to Re: Will the R1/9s run for the Holidays?, posted by Billy P. on Fri Nov 4 02:09:44 2011. Now you know how conductors on the CC/C felt when that line went all the way out to Rockaway Park with the R-10s.I always got the biggest kick out of watching conductors do their stuff while perched on the step plates. Watching them slap-slap-slap as the train was leaving was even more fun. |
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Posted by Steve B-8AVEXP on Fri Nov 4 08:05:57 2011, in response to Re: Will the R1/9s run for the Holidays?, posted by Joe Saitta on Thu Nov 3 18:57:24 2011. I'd rather see them strut their stuff on the CPW express. Those old timers can really move. |
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Posted by Railman718 on Fri Nov 4 09:03:13 2011, in response to Re: Will the R1/9s run for the Holidays?, posted by Billy P. on Fri Nov 4 02:09:44 2011. You are Hardcore Billy P thats why! |
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Posted by UTC Bus Roster on Fri Nov 4 09:30:04 2011, in response to Re: Will the R1/9s run for the Holidays?, posted by Chris R16/R2730 on Thu Nov 3 14:05:59 2011. To my knowledge, 103 has not started restoration yet. That car will need a lot of work, as it's in very poor condition. The frame is warped, it has rust here & there, and will need a serious paint job too. You're not gonna see 103 running for quite a few years.Remember, that most of the work done on any museum cars is done by volunteers. |
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Posted by Railman718 on Fri Nov 4 09:31:54 2011, in response to Re: Will the R1/9s run for the Holidays?, posted by UTC Bus Roster on Fri Nov 4 09:30:04 2011. Thanks for the Info...(Waits for it) |
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Posted by Chris R16/R2730 on Fri Nov 4 13:05:13 2011, in response to Re: Will the R1/9s run for the Holidays?, posted by Steve B-8AVEXP on Fri Nov 4 08:02:14 2011. Felt bad for them in winter. |
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Posted by Steve B-8AVEXP on Fri Nov 4 13:33:07 2011, in response to Re: Will the R1/9s run for the Holidays?, posted by UTC Bus Roster on Fri Nov 4 09:30:04 2011. And kudos to all the good folks for the mahvelous work on the other old timers to get them roadworthy. |
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Posted by handbrake on Fri Nov 4 17:26:18 2011, in response to Re: Will the R1/9s run for the Holidays?, posted by Steve B-8AVEXP on Thu Nov 3 13:29:27 2011. #103 should be ready by the end of the decade. |
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Posted by handbrake on Fri Nov 4 17:33:31 2011, in response to Re: Will the R1/9s run for the Holidays?, posted by Bill from Maspeth on Thu Nov 3 18:35:51 2011. The Holiday Train will run on six consecutive Saturdays, as opposed to running on Sundays as in the past. Giving those hard core rail-riders a day to cool off before starting the work week. |
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