06-22-2019, 10:40 AM
A literal whack on the head if you drive a convertible 
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ION - Waterloo Region's Light Rail Transit
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ION - Waterloo Region's Light Rail Transit
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ION - Waterloo Region's Light Rail Transit
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06-22-2019, 04:26 PM
There was a switch issue at Conestoga so trains were turning back at Northfield for a little while this afternoon, but it has been resolved now.
https://www.twitter.com/JamesHoweWR/stat...3776551936 I still haven't actually seen one in service but it was neat finally seeing people waiting at the station on Courtland.
06-22-2019, 04:45 PM
Watched the whole track from the front now. It's amazing how conservative the speeds are. Even the separated sections are rarely 70. 50 is common but a few 30s and a few extended segments of 15 which is crazy.
It's amazing to see how ridiculously conservative they are here presumably for safety when these are the same engineers who built roads that are let's say, not prioritizing safety.
06-22-2019, 05:58 PM
What a fantastic turnout for the new LRT this weekend! I've be fortunate enough to ride cars 504, 510, and 514. (I really want to ride 501.) Hoping we all take advantage of these free fares!
My short video from today showing the lineup at Fairway Station, the right turn onto King Street before Central Station, and the approach into Uptown Waterloo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F92f3F-qN14 You can really sense the excitement and optimism in the community. Well done, WR! 
06-22-2019, 08:27 PM
The trains are still pretty full at 8:30 PM on Saturday!
06-22-2019, 08:49 PM
I thought the announcements at the stations sounded Orwellian.
06-22-2019, 11:21 PM
06-23-2019, 09:20 AM
A summer weekend with lots of events and great weather, and no-fare transit? Not a surprise.
06-23-2019, 01:29 PM
06-23-2019, 02:20 PM
Apparently the first car collision with passengers on board happened today, caused delays for about an hour. Driver turned right through one of the light up "no right turn" signs at Ottawa and Mill.
https://kitchener.ctvnews.ca/mobile/mino...sc=ocYOA3X
06-23-2019, 03:22 PM
(06-23-2019, 01:29 PM)robdrimmie Wrote:(06-22-2019, 08:49 PM)jgsz Wrote: I thought the announcements at the stations sounded Orwellian. It sounded clear, precise, emotionless and futuristic. I’m sure others have an idea of what ‘Orwellian’ is or sounds like but that’s what I thought when I heard the announcements. Regardless, I enjoyed the ride and I hope ION will be a great success. I certainly plan on using it. It’s one of the reasons we moved to the downtown core from the countryside. 
06-23-2019, 03:59 PM
Does anyone know how busy it is today? Might hook up for a ride but don't want to be crowded out...asking for a friend.
06-23-2019, 05:17 PM
Easiest way to avoid a busy lineup is to take a bus to a less crowded station and board there.
06-23-2019, 10:41 PM
Quote:Real-time departure information for ION light rail will not be available tomorrow, and passenger displays will not be showing next departures. Our trip planning tools and apps will show scheduled departure times. We are working to resolve this issue. https://www.twitter.com/grt_row/status/1...9841378310 |
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