N6 Limited Posted January 3, 2014 Share #2176 Posted January 3, 2014 The Hempstead transit center is disgusting. It stinks and the restrooms are cesspools 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vistausss Posted January 3, 2014 Share #2177 Posted January 3, 2014 (edited) The n27 doesn't go to Hicksville. Then NICE reported it wrong. Ah well, in the rush of reporting all of this I can't blame 'em. Anyway: #NICEALERT We are running LOCAL SERVICE ONLY on the n4, n6 and n22. No n4x, n6x and n22x. Thanks for your patience. Edited January 3, 2014 by Vistausss 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mtatransit Posted January 3, 2014 Share #2178 Posted January 3, 2014 (edited) Then NICE reported it wrong. Ah well, in the rush of reporting all of this I can't blame 'em. Anyway: #NICEALERT We are running LOCAL SERVICE ONLY on the n4, n6 and n22. No n4x, n6x and n22x. Thanks for your patience. Even if they are in a rush how did they get the map of NYC subway wrong from NICEs facebook yesterday https://scontent-a-lga.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn2/q71/s720x720/1545191_701474959884209_160370366_n.jpg yesterday Edited January 3, 2014 by Mtatransit 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burrstone Posted January 3, 2014 Share #2179 Posted January 3, 2014 Even if they are in a rush how did they get the map of NYC subway wrong from NICEs facebook yesterday https://scontent-a-lga.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn2/q71/s720x720/1545191_701474959884209_160370366_n.jpg yesterday Sabotaged by the , that's what my money's on... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vistausss Posted January 4, 2014 Share #2180 Posted January 4, 2014 Then NICE reported it wrong. Ah well, in the rush of reporting all of this I can't blame 'em.  Anyway:  #NICEALERT We are running LOCAL SERVICE ONLY on the n4, n6 and n22. No n4x, n6x and n22x. Thanks for your patience. Even if they are in a rush how did they get the map of NYC subway wrong from NICEs facebook yesterday  Just to be clear: I was talking about them being in a rush *today*, not yesterday. -- Sent from my TouchPad using Communities 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
N6 Limited Posted January 4, 2014 Share #2181 Posted January 4, 2014 I took the bus today while getting my vehicle maintained, my feet are STILL cold. Anyone suggesting people take public transportation instead of their own vehicles, is crazy. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burrstone Posted January 4, 2014 Share #2182 Posted January 4, 2014 I took the bus today while getting my vehicle maintained, my feet are STILL cold. Anyone suggesting people take public transportation instead of their own vehicles, is crazy. I suggest you get a proper pair of snow boots and perhaps some heavy duty socks.... 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burrstone Posted January 4, 2014 Share #2183 Posted January 4, 2014 I was driving on Northern Blvd this morning in Great Neck, and a NICE bus was going up the hill faster than I was. Keep in mind, the roads were not plowed yet. Those drivers have some balls when there's snow and ice on the road. Buses weigh a LOT more than your car... 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
qjtransitmaster Posted January 4, 2014 Share #2184 Posted January 4, 2014 Yes, but the roads were not clear and the bus didn't have chains on the tires. I swear, when he turned onto Middle Neck Rd, the bus slid a bit. Public transit LIKE A BOSS 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vistausss Posted January 4, 2014 Share #2185 Posted January 4, 2014 (edited) If it was wrong, why did you re-post it here? I figured someone who knows so much about NICE should notice a mistake like that... Because I dont know the exact routing all of NICEs route yet. Geez, finally I am contributing in an informational way, just like you want for this subforum and I still get judged over overlooking one lousy typo I just tried to be helpful... Edited January 4, 2014 by Vistausss 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BM5 via Woodhaven Posted January 5, 2014 Share #2186 Posted January 5, 2014 (edited) https://nassaunow.localitymedia.com/auth/login Anyone that wants to tell Mangano to increase NICE funds or something can press the "Dial Mangano" Function (but I doubt that will work). https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/nassau-now/id483608728?mt=8&ign-mpt=uo%3D4 Anyways: Why is nothing being mentioned of NICE's Jan 12 bus changes on it's website, the changes occur one week from tomorrow? Edited January 5, 2014 by Q23 Central Terminal 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Theorem Ox Posted January 5, 2014 Share #2187 Posted January 5, 2014 Anyways: Why is nothing being mentioned of NICE's Jan 12 bus changes on it's website, the changes occur one week from tomorrow? I've seen advertisements placed on the N4 and N15 buses that I took today advising passengers of the January 12th timetable change too. Didn't see any new printed timetables at Hempstead either (still have the September 2013 on the racks) and I can't find anything on their website either. Then again, I end up wondering if it's even worth picking up copies anymore. I don't go to Nassau County by bus as often as I used to and the intercounty bus routes that I do ride (e.g.: N4, N20/N21) almost never follow the listed schedule anyway. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vistausss Posted January 5, 2014 Share #2188 Posted January 5, 2014 Maybe they'll post 'em tomorrow on the website. Since Monday is an actual work day at their office and that's still one week before the changes so... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burrstone Posted January 5, 2014 Share #2189 Posted January 5, 2014 Yes, but the roads were not clear and the bus didn't have chains on the tires. I swear, when he turned onto Middle Neck Rd, the bus slid a bit. Vehicles don't need chains in the amount of snow we had in this store, in fact service would be suspended way before in a store that dumped enough snow to need chains. If you put chains on all the buses in the NICE fleet for this storm (and every storm similar to it) all you would do is tear up the roads! My original point was merely that a bus weighs much more than your car and has much more traction than your car... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burrstone Posted January 5, 2014 Share #2190 Posted January 5, 2014 There was no need for the chains,,, The doing it does not create a need... 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vistausss Posted January 5, 2014 Share #2191 Posted January 5, 2014 (edited) The MTA chained all their buses during the storm, yet Nassau got more snow than the city and didn't chain theirs. Just because VZW has discounts on their contract, doesn't mean Sprint needs to do that too... If NICE thinks it's okay this way, then they're probably right. Like Burrstone said: there's chance they'll just tear up the roads. (and no: I'm not following lead, I actually did see photo and video footage of yesterday's snow in Nassau/NICE routes) Edited January 5, 2014 by Vistausss 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burrstone Posted January 6, 2014 Share #2192 Posted January 6, 2014 (edited) Maybe not in the city, but where I was driving in Nassau, the roads were slippery as anything and were not plowed properly (or not at all in some places). There was a need for chains. I'm glad you think so but in reality there was no need for chains. As already stated chains tear up the road, were ALL roads NICE buses traveled on covered in a compact layer of snow? Were buses traveling on any clear roads? Chains are not recommended on roads were you can see the road surface because they will tear the shit out of the roads... In addition to tearing up roads chains would lower fuel economy and the biggest kicker, you are not supposed to go over 30mph with chains. This would all just slow down the system, and did I mention tear up the roads for no benefit... Brett, what would have been gained by adding chains to NICE buses? Nothing, they weren't needed in this storm... Edited January 6, 2014 by Burrstone 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PinePower Posted January 7, 2014 Share #2193 Posted January 7, 2014 A driver told me Nassau County doesn't want the chains. My feeling on their use is mixed, but I think in the hours after the storm before the roads are cleared they should be used, its not like they're able to go much faster on slippery roads anyway. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PinePower Posted January 7, 2014 Share #2194 Posted January 7, 2014 I actually was coming up with an idea last night about the n45, since it doesn't do as well as the n43. It seems the bus is empty once it turns on to Park ave. Since we know the n40/41 & 43 need more help further down, why not have the n45 continue down Babylon Turnpike all the way to Sunrise Highway going east, then terminating at the Bellmore LIRR station. The n51 would be discontinued as the new route would serve Merrick LIRR going west. From Merrick LIRR this bus would travel up Merrick Ave, then left on Camp, left on Meadowbrook and a right back onto Babylon Tpke (loop). I notice most riders from the LIRR on the n51 get off by Camp anyway. The loop would run in the reverse direction in the AM, and would be rush hours only, like the n45 is now, but it would have later trips at Bellmore (the n45's that arrive in Bellmore at 6:15 & 7:15pm go OOS, thats NICE logic for ya). 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
error46146 Posted January 7, 2014 Share #2195 Posted January 7, 2014 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobtehpanda Posted January 7, 2014 Share #2196 Posted January 7, 2014 Is something wrong with 1716? The back entrance was blocked off with caution tape. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vistausss Posted January 7, 2014 Share #2197 Posted January 7, 2014 I think the operator just put the n6L on for the lolz, you know, just for the photo. Tape doesn't work indeed, but I'm not questioning bobtehpanda's knowledge either because I do learn from him in other sections of the forums so maybe there was indeed tape on it. It's cheap so that may explain the reason why. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
error46146 Posted January 7, 2014 Share #2198 Posted January 7, 2014 I really wouldn't be surprised if they did end up reviving the N6 LTD.. When Long Island Bus was still around, the buses had a N4 LTD sign already programmed into the buses. Too bad the MTA never took off with that idea; now Veolia gets credit for it. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burrstone Posted January 8, 2014 Share #2199 Posted January 8, 2014 I was in the parking lot for Northport Harbour this afternoon and was surprised to see one of the new NICE ford SUV's in the community parking lot that boarders the water... Anyone want to speculate what that was doing way up on Suffolk's northshore, way off NICE's path...??? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vistausss Posted January 8, 2014 Share #2200 Posted January 8, 2014 I was in the parking lot for Northport Harbour this afternoon and was surprised to see one of the new NICE ford SUV's in the community parking lot that boarders the water... Anyone want to speculate what that was doing way up on Suffolk's northshore, way off NICE's path...??? You mean Dodge? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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