Via Garibaldi 8 Posted January 29, 2015 Share #14201 Posted January 29, 2015 Bugs. It's been happening for a while now. They're not actually on the SBS. Yes, there are still bugs, even after BusTime has been out for almost three years. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cait Sith Posted January 29, 2015 Share #14202 Posted January 29, 2015 (edited) Oh really? I figured it was just last-min dispatching, cause every day there's been a D60 or two on the SBS according to BusTime. A few minutes after it was said that they were on it, they disappeared from SBS and showed up on the local. It's been happening since the pick started. Edited January 29, 2015 by Cait Sith 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Q113 LTD Posted January 30, 2015 Share #14203 Posted January 30, 2015 When all the NovaBus RTS retires, any chance the MTA will order NovaBus Extreme or any similar models? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Calvin Posted January 30, 2015 Share #14204 Posted January 30, 2015 (edited) Does Castleton have the X17? There was 2210 few weeks ago (thought it was a loaner), today there's 2224 to Arden Hts. Edited January 30, 2015 by Calvin 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cait Sith Posted January 30, 2015 Share #14205 Posted January 30, 2015 Does Castleton have the X17? There was 2210 few weeks ago (thought it was a loaner), now there's 2224 to Arden Hts. Trippers... 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fresh Pond Posted January 30, 2015 Share #14206 Posted January 30, 2015 When all the NovaBus RTS retires, any chance the MTA will order NovaBus Extreme or any similar models? The RTS is made by Millennium Transit. Millennium Transit is more or less bankrupt. The RTS model is dead. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BM5 via Woodhaven Posted January 30, 2015 Share #14207 Posted January 30, 2015 (edited) Q27 has been rerouted in Bayside http://web.mta.info/nyct/service/servChanges_Q27.htm Edited January 30, 2015 by BM5 via Woodhaven 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewFlyer 230 Posted January 30, 2015 Share #14208 Posted January 30, 2015 (edited) Q27 has been rerouted in Bayside http://web.mta.info/nyct/service/servChanges_Q27.htm For years I wonder why the Q27 didn't continue up Springfield Blvd to 46 Ave. That should be a permanent routing to straighten the Q27 out. Edited January 30, 2015 by NewFlyer 230 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Q43LTD Posted January 30, 2015 Share #14209 Posted January 30, 2015 It says temporary, but I agree with you, it should be permanent 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
161 New York Posted January 31, 2015 Share #14210 Posted January 31, 2015 (edited) Random Thoughts and Musings on the x17:1) I have recently noticed that some x17 operators are using the Staten Island-bound Bay Ridge code during the weekdays. Seldom do I see the Bay Ridge destination sign used on the weekends. 2) This answers my question as to why the x1 was merged with the x17/x19 stop at Broadway and Barclay in Lower Manhattan. This monstrosity looks like it is from the 1970's, is unnecessarily clunky and I wonder if it doubles as a missile silo. A bus shelter with LCD panel could have been installed and could have been used to display information on delays/detours, next departure etc., maybe an advertisement thus bringing us into the 21st Century. Instead, this: Edited January 31, 2015 by 161passenger 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewFlyer 230 Posted January 31, 2015 Share #14211 Posted January 31, 2015 (edited) Random Thoughts and Musings on the x17: 1) I have recently noticed that some x17 operators are using the Staten Island-bound Bay Ridge code during the weekdays. Seldom do I see the Bay Ridge destination sign used on the weekends. 2) This answers my question as to why the x1 was merged with the x17/x19 stop at Broadway and Barclay in Lower Manhattan. This monstrosity looks like it is from the 1970's, is unnecessarily clunky and I wonder if it doubles as a missile silo. An LCD panel could have been installed and could have been used to display information on delays/detours, next departure etc., maybe an advertisement thus bringing us into the 21st Century. Instead, this: That's a real sign at a stop in Manhattan? Why is stuff like this always in Manhattan. I wish Queens had many interesting sightings. Edited January 31, 2015 by NewFlyer 230 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MHV9218 Posted January 31, 2015 Share #14212 Posted January 31, 2015 Rumor that 9608 and 9618 are off to scrap. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
161 New York Posted January 31, 2015 Share #14213 Posted January 31, 2015 That's a real sign at a stop in Manhattan? Why is stuff like this always in Manhattan. I wish Queens had many interesting sightings. Yep, check it out, its kinda jarring in my opinion. There are a few on Staten Island as well, Hylan Blvd. near Tysens Lane comes to mind. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B22viaAtlanticAv Posted January 31, 2015 Share #14214 Posted January 31, 2015 Random Thoughts and Musings on the x17: 1) I have recently noticed that some x17 operators are using the Staten Island-bound Bay Ridge code during the weekdays. Seldom do I see the Bay Ridge destination sign used on the weekends. 2) This answers my question as to why the x1 was merged with the x17/x19 stop at Broadway and Barclay in Lower Manhattan. This monstrosity looks like it is from the 1970's, is unnecessarily clunky and I wonder if it doubles as a missile silo. A bus shelter with LCD panel could have been installed and could have been used to display information on delays/detours, next departure etc., maybe an advertisement thus bringing us into the 21st Century. Instead, this: I liked your idea over these poles A waste of funds if you ask me. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MysteriousBtrain Posted January 31, 2015 Share #14215 Posted January 31, 2015 Wish this was on (almost) every other stop when bus time became a thing. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Via Garibaldi 8 Posted January 31, 2015 Share #14216 Posted January 31, 2015 Random Thoughts and Musings on the x17: 1) I have recently noticed that some x17 operators are using the Staten Island-bound Bay Ridge code during the weekdays. Seldom do I see the Bay Ridge destination sign used on the weekends. 2) This answers my question as to why the x1 was merged with the x17/x19 stop at Broadway and Barclay in Lower Manhattan. This monstrosity looks like it is from the 1970's, is unnecessarily clunky and I wonder if it doubles as a missile silo. A bus shelter with LCD panel could have been installed and could have been used to display information on delays/detours, next departure etc., maybe an advertisement thus bringing us into the 21st Century. Instead, this: Those countdown stops are insanely expensive and supposedly for people that don't have cell phones or don't know how to use the BusTime app. Why not use that money to train people? Such a waste. It only tells you how many stops away the bus is, not how long you'll have to wait (approximately) as some apps do taking traffic, etc. into consideration. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewFlyer 230 Posted January 31, 2015 Share #14217 Posted January 31, 2015 Those countdown stops are insanely expensive and supposedly for people that don't have cell phones or don't know how to use the BusTime app. Why not use that money to train people? Such a waste. It only tells you how many stops away the bus is, not how long you'll have to wait (approximately) as some apps do taking traffic, etc. into consideration.The bus tracking program the MTA was testing a few years ago seemed like a good idea because all you would have to do is look at the top of the bus shelter and you could see how long you will have to wait. I thought it was cool at first but I realized one simple problem. It is not accurate because it could tell me I have to wait 10 minutes for M34 to come and 20 if I want the second bus but for all I know there can be heavy traffic where ever the bus is at. Therefore I could find myself waiting 20 minutes for both buses to come. That is why I see bustime as best as it will get in NYC. Now what the MTA should have is a program on buses where if someone requested a stop the bus will tell you the street name and major transfer points. NICE already has it on their buses and it could be useful in places like Queens where its very diverse with many types people and a lot of them don't know where they are going. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mta B43 Posted January 31, 2015 Share #14218 Posted January 31, 2015 There's a fire on Kent Ave at Williamsburg and I find it wierd that RTS's9485 9525 and Orion VII NG 4105 are there as what I assume a temporary command center for the FDNY. Does this happen often? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Future ENY OP Posted January 31, 2015 Share #14219 Posted January 31, 2015 There's a fire on Kent Ave at Williamsburg and I find it wierd that RTS's9485 9525 and Orion VII NG 4105 are there as what I assume a temporary command center for the FDNY. Does this happen often? At times MTA Buses can serve as a triage for injured passengers and emergency services personnel. As with the accident on Utica Avenue and Clarendon Road 3 weeks back. 5134 (FB) was used along with another 51xx bus to treat the injured and provide a layover for ESU personnel. This service is provided on an as need basics if extra backup is needed. (hope this answers the question) 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Via Garibaldi 8 Posted January 31, 2015 Share #14220 Posted January 31, 2015 The bus tracking program the MTA was testing a few years ago seemed like a good idea because all you would have to do is look at the top of the bus shelter and you could see how long you will have to wait. I thought it was cool at first but I realized one simple problem. It is not accurate because it could tell me I have to wait 10 minutes for M34 to come and 20 if I want the second bus but for all I know there can be heavy traffic where ever the bus is at. Therefore I could find myself waiting 20 minutes for both buses to come. That is why I see bustime as best as it will get in NYC. Now what the MTA should have is a program on buses where if someone requested a stop the bus will tell you the street name and major transfer points. NICE already has it on their buses and it could be useful in places like Queens where its very diverse with many types people and a lot of them don't know where they are going. Well that's precisely why they ditched the countdown clocks. One day I used the M34 at 34th and 8th. There were two buses coming which I could see from 9th Avenue. The problem was there was a TON of traffic, so the wait time would be 8 minutes, then it would decrease, then shoot up again. As a passenger that can be really annoying. I think I eventually gave up and said screw it, even though there were buses coming because I could get to my destination faster than the bus could since it wasn't a long distance. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mta B43 Posted February 1, 2015 Share #14221 Posted February 1, 2015 (edited) At times MTA Buses can serve as a triage for injured passengers and emergency services personnel. As with the accident on Utica Avenue and Clarendon Road 3 weeks back. 5134 (FB) was used along with another 51xx bus to treat the injured and provide a layover for ESU personnel. This service is provided on an as need basics if extra backup is needed. (hope this answers the question) Oh interesting, thanks man. That's exactly what I wanted to know. Edited February 1, 2015 by mta B43 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MHV9218 Posted February 1, 2015 Share #14222 Posted February 1, 2015 There's a fire on Kent Ave at Williamsburg and I find it wierd that RTS's9485 9525 and Orion VII NG 4105 are there as what I assume a temporary command center for the FDNY. Does this happen often? Those were actually used to keep firefighters warm, as the freezing air and water hoses were a dangerous combination. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orion VII 4 Life Posted February 1, 2015 Share #14223 Posted February 1, 2015 The "City of NY" plates some of our new buses got are all now switched out for MTA plates AFAIK. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MHV9218 Posted February 2, 2015 Share #14224 Posted February 2, 2015 (edited) 4261, a wrapped SI Orion, listed on BusTime for the M15? Anybody who can confirm? Likely a glitch... Edit: It's real. Edited February 2, 2015 by MHV9218 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Q43LTD Posted February 2, 2015 Share #14225 Posted February 2, 2015 It's like there's one artic on each of the normal artic routes 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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