BM5 via Woodhaven Posted June 30, 2012 Share #451 Posted June 30, 2012 (edited) As long as this won't cause a huge inconvenience to the riders Edited June 30, 2012 by Q23 Central Term 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alejr88 Posted July 9, 2012 Share #452 Posted July 9, 2012 (edited) I think it's because of the need to complete station rehabs south of Bay Pkwy. Could be wrong though... They're also going to do track work around 25th Avenue and near Bay 50th Street. Remember, on the weekend from 9am to 8pm, trains terminate at 62nd/New Utrecht so they're might be more track work around there. Edited July 9, 2012 by alejr88 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amtrak7 Posted July 10, 2012 Share #453 Posted July 10, 2012 (edited) The 6 Av FASTRACK for Jul 23-27 has been posted, and there's one change: the is running its southern section to/from W4 instead of Whitehall; skipping DeKalb on the northbound. Edited July 10, 2012 by Amtrak7 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheSubwayStation Posted July 10, 2012 Share #454 Posted July 10, 2012 The 6 Av FASTRACK for Jul 23-27 has been posted, and there's one change: the is running its southern section to/from W4 instead of Whitehall; skipping DeKalb on the northbound. That makes sense. Why did they even send it to Whitehall in the first place, if W 4 was an option? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NX Express Posted July 10, 2012 Share #455 Posted July 10, 2012 There was work at Broadway Lafayette as well during the last FASTRACK. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
N4 Via Merrick Rd Posted July 12, 2012 Share #456 Posted July 12, 2012 (edited) Im really sure the line will shut down from 125th to GCT. The MTA has mentioned many times that FASTRACK G/Os will close a portion of the line. The 6th Avenue Fastrack is SOMEWHAT like the Lexington Avenue line, with the Express tracks not connected to the Local track, from 34th to West 4th, and even that the line got shut down. Even if they can work on the upper level, while trains are on the express track, it ill still interfere with work. 110th / 103rd the express tracks are lined up with the Local. For your 1st phase, it doesn't make much sense, since after like 1AM (when no more (4)s are running express), the express tracks are cleared up. Pretty much work can be done, even after the is done with EXP. But like I said above, I'm sure the line will shut down, requiring people to use MABSTOA bus routes. it's not likely (but i can be wrong) to happen b/c most of those stations from GCT-125 st are renovated and in good shape like wise in lighting,tiling,ADA and other components. also the tunnels are in good shape and the lighting is fine. Edited July 12, 2012 by N4 Via Merrick Rd 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iGeMiNix Posted July 20, 2012 Share #457 Posted July 20, 2012 That makes sense. Why did they even send it to Whitehall in the first place, if W 4 was an option? As NX Express said, there was work on the express tracks on Broadway Lafayette street on the last FASTRACK and on the previous one, the switches north of West 4th Street were being work on as show in the pictures when that FASTRACK happened. This will be the first time that the express tracks are clear for D trains to go to West 4th Street. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daniel The Cool Posted July 21, 2012 Share #458 Posted July 21, 2012 Can't wait 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alejr88 Posted July 22, 2012 Share #459 Posted July 22, 2012 As NX Express said, there was work on the express tracks on Broadway Lafayette street on the last FASTRACK and on the previous one, the switches north of West 4th Street were being work on as show in the pictures when that FASTRACK happened. This will be the first time that the express tracks are clear for D trains to go to West 4th Street. Right on and don't forget on Grand Street, ceiling was painted as well. Guess they're done there and B'way/Lafayette. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwoTimer Posted July 22, 2012 Share #460 Posted July 22, 2012 (edited) As far as the GO, they are replacing the structure supports south of Bay 50th near the entrance to Stillwell yard. Nothing to do with station rehabs. The Bway-Laf station for the connection is done (at least the part downstairs at IND platform level), its just a few things upstairs in the mezz left. Edited July 22, 2012 by TwoTimer 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GojiMet86 Posted July 25, 2012 Share #461 Posted July 25, 2012 MTA Service Info Planned Work Service is extended to the 21 St-Queensbridge Station Late Nights, 10 PM to 5 AM, Mon to Fri, Jul 23 - 27 service is rerouted to the after 57 St-7 Av, making stops at Lexington Av/63 St, Roosevelt Island and 21 St-Queensbridge, the last stop. Note: No service at these stations during this time. Trains run via the in both directions between Roosevelt Av and W 4 St. Service operates as follows: 1. Between 205 St and the 2 Av Station, via B'way-Lafayette St Trains run local via the between 145 St and W 4 St. 2. Between W 4 St and Stillwell Av • Transfer at B'way-Lafayette St to continue your trip. Travel Options FASTRACK map | pdf Service is extended to 21 St-Queensbridge, stopping at Lexington Av/63 St and Roosevelt Island. Shuttle buses operate between 21 St-Queensbridge and Queens Plaza. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quill Depot Posted July 26, 2012 Share #462 Posted July 26, 2012 Reminds me of this: http://www.nycsubway.org/perl/caption.pl?/img/maps/calcagno-2000-02-14.gif This change is not that bad. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amtrak7 Posted July 27, 2012 Share #463 Posted July 27, 2012 The next FASTRACK (first week of September, Lex line) will be Monday night-Thursday morning only. Why? The work is almost done? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wallyhorse Posted August 12, 2012 Share #464 Posted August 12, 2012 The next FASTRACK (first week of September, Lex line) will be Monday night-Thursday morning only. Why? The work is almost done? I'm guessing because they don't want FASTTRACK interfering with the final weekend of the US Open Tennis Championships (personally, I would have scheduled this for the last week in September solely because of that). The Men's Quarters I believe are on Thursday. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Lance Posted August 13, 2012 Share #465 Posted August 13, 2012 Flushing Meadows is off the FLUSHING line, not the Lexington Avenue line. Also most of the tennis matches take place during the day and will most likely be over with for the day before FASTRACK begins anyhow. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wallyhorse Posted August 28, 2012 Share #466 Posted August 28, 2012 Flushing Meadows is off the FLUSHING line, not the Lexington Avenue line. Also most of the tennis matches take place during the day and will most likely be over with for the day before FASTRACK begins anyhow. Actually, the women's FINAL is Saturday night in prime time that weekend, plus I'm sure USTA officials probably asked the MTA not to do any work on the Lexington line that weekend in case they get backed up by weather as has been the case the past few years (the tourney has had to finish with the Men's final on Monday each of the past four years) and they for example have to schedule a Friday night session because of a backed up schedule (which did happen in 2003). Also, I believe that is Rosh Hashanah and the MTA may not have enough workers available for FASTRACK that Thursday night because of that. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alekr Posted August 31, 2012 Share #467 Posted August 31, 2012 the real reason why it three nights only because of a Yankees game on Thursday night so that why they have to cut back. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wallyhorse Posted September 1, 2012 Share #468 Posted September 1, 2012 the real reason why it three nights only because of a Yankees game on Thursday night so that why they have to cut back. WRONG!! Yanks are in Baltimore on Thursday to play the Orioles. I'm guessing this was planned early in the year when the Giants won the Super Bowl and it was assumed the season opening game with the Cowboys would be on Thursday night (it is customary for the Super Bowl Champs to be at home for the opening Thursday night game), with the not realizing the NFL would have to move the game to Wednesday due to the Democratic Convention (and Obama's acceptance speech) being on Thursday night. That would make the most sense, since some coming back from The Meadowlands would be using the subways once back in NYC around 12:30-1:00 AM or so. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j express Posted September 1, 2012 Share #469 Posted September 1, 2012 (edited) WRONG!! Yanks are in Baltimore on Thursday to play the Orioles. I'm guessing this was planned early in the year when the Giants won the Super Bowl and it was assumed the season opening game with the Cowboys would be on Thursday night (it is customary for the Super Bowl Champs to be at home for the opening Thursday night game), with the not realizing the NFL would have to move the game to Wednesday due to the Democratic Convention (and Obama's acceptance speech) being on Thursday night. That would make the most sense, since some coming back from The Meadowlands would be using the subways once back in NYC around 12:30-1:00 AM or so. What does Meadowlands have to do with the Lexingtion Av Fastrack being 3 nights only since that's in New Jersey! Don't you check the MTA website and Events at Yankees staduim online. Your answers should be in either of the 2 websites I mentioned. Yankee Staduim dosen't only host Yankee games but other events that the MTA has to put extra trains on the after all the events are over! Edited September 1, 2012 by j express 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GojiMet86 Posted September 1, 2012 Share #470 Posted September 1, 2012 It'll end early for Madonna's concert. From http://secondavenuesagas.com/: FASTRACK hits the Lexington Ave. IRT but only for three nights as the 4/5/6 will not run between 42nd St. and Atlantic Ave. on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday nights only. The work doesn’t continue into Thursday this week because Madonna’s taking the stage at Yankee Stadium on Thursday, and we can’t leave her fans stranded. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wallyhorse Posted September 1, 2012 Share #471 Posted September 1, 2012 (edited) It'll end early for Madonna's concert. From http://secondavenuesagas.com/: What does Meadowlands have to do with the Lexingtion Av Fastrack being 3 nights only since that's in New Jersey! Don't you check the MTA website and Events at Yankees staduim online. Your answers should be in either of the 2 websites I mentioned. Yankee Staduim dosen't only host Yankee games but other events that the MTA has to put extra trains on the after all the events are over! Lots if Giants fans live in NYC and likely use the trains or buses to/from The Meadowlands and I would presume quite a few then use the Lexington Avenue line to get home once back in Manhattan. It was probably assumed the Giants would be playing on Thursday at the time. I was not aware Madonna was playing at Yankee Stadium that night, so of course it makes sense on that front as well as it figures to be the most-attended event in the history of the new ballpark. Edited September 1, 2012 by Wallyhorse 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alekr Posted September 10, 2012 Share #472 Posted September 10, 2012 For the next fastrack on the BDFM what will the D reroute will be like? I'm assuming it will run to West 4th. They should have installed that crossover south of Broadway Lafayette so the D can run via Manhattan bridge without splitting service. Also should had put the route similar to the N/Q in case the bridge is closed. Like the D via the F to 4th Avenue then normal service to CI. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j express Posted September 12, 2012 Share #473 Posted September 12, 2012 (edited) Just want to remind all of the members that the 6th av Fastrack from Sept 24 to Sept 28 is the last fastrack occuring on 6th av. If anyone wants to get last pictures and videos of the to 21st and via 8th av get them during this last fastrack or else it's too late. Edited September 12, 2012 by j express 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alekr Posted September 18, 2012 Share #474 Posted September 18, 2012 I noticed for this Fastrack the C is not going to run express from 145th to Canal instead it will be express from 59th to Canal in both directions. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j express Posted September 19, 2012 Share #475 Posted September 19, 2012 The always ran express during the 6th av Fastrack so it's not new. The reason for the to run express is to many trains on the tracks between West 4 st and and 59st. Since the express tracks directly lead to Brooklyn it's easier to let the stay on the express tracks. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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