The "Do Not Ride With List"
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Topic: The "Do Not Ride With List"
Posted By: dkerley
Subject: The "Do Not Ride With List"
Date Posted: 01 Oct 2002 at 12:10pm
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I know to some people that this may sound anal, or that I might sound ungrateful for a free ride. However, judging from some of the posts that I have read so far on this forum, there are complaints of bad drivers or disgusting vehicles, etc. I am suggesting starting a listing of those drivers. It would be up to each individual slug whether they want to chance the ride or not. And, what may be offensive to one slug might not be offensive to another. I, myself, can tolerate a free ride, so if these people made it onto my list, then they must be really, really BAD. Additionally, if you choose to add to the list, please put which lot they primarily pick up from. ___________________________________________ 1. Ping Pong Man -- 94/95 Fuschia/Red Ford Escort - 5 spd. Ping Pongs messages while driving all over the road. [Rte. 610] 2. Teal Corolla Lady -- 95ish Teal Toyota Corolla. Towel (it's brown so I can't tell if its clean or not) on the back seat. Stereo blaring in the back. Rear door behind the driver does not work at all. She has to let you out. Baby seat on the other side so the option of sitting on the other side is not there. [Rte. 610] ____________________________________________ Dina |
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Posted By: tdar20
Date Posted: 01 Oct 2002 at 1:54pm
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I am thinking that we make everybody wear a big Scarlet "A" so we can identify them! Actually I am not opposed to your list except things like that turn personal and people with vendettas out there can make life difficult for an unsuspecting person. I usually take a look before I get into the car. If it looks ok then I get in, if not just take a pass. |
Posted By: dkerley
Date Posted: 01 Oct 2002 at 4:21pm
Awwww......it was mostly for fun. My list is kept in my brain housing group.  Dina |
Posted By: shelbybrynn
Date Posted: 02 Oct 2002 at 11:50am
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The only person that I really warn people against is a very dangerous driver. He falls asleep at the wheel!! I have rode with him twice and both times he was falling asleep and running off the road!! The other drawback to him is that he picks his nose when he's not asleep. White Dodge Intrepid, Newer Model. License Plate: ADSALE. He has bumper stickers all over the back of the car. He usually picks up at Route 610 and the Pentagon. Sorry, but he is a danger to everyone out there!! |
Posted By: mellymac
Date Posted: 02 Oct 2002 at 12:54pm
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There is a driver that picks up riders at 610. He drives a white late model suv (4x4 I think),stickers on the back windows warning of working dogs (like police), license plate 1LILBRO. He drove me and two other people home last month from the GSA pick up spot. Before he passed the Pentagon he was doing 85 mph! With both front windows down and rap music blaring. The bad thing was - well another bad thing- was he was falling asleep! At one point in time he hit 95MPH! At that point I pulled out my cell to call the police. He saw me and slowed down AND lowered the rear window to make sure I was really blown out! |
Posted By: tondalea
Date Posted: 03 Oct 2002 at 2:36pm
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Actually it is easier said than done. I have actually rode with people numerous times that I have vowed never to ride again. Sometimes in the morning when you are rushing, you dont even realize. Like yesterday a woman pulled up with a van and picked up 5 people for from the line. All were appreciative. I dont know if anyone else noticed, but the car smelled like an old wet dog and all I wanted to do when I got out was throw up. I have also had the driver falling asleep, but worst of all is this man who goes to Lenfant and I think he drives a white Ford Taures with a missing side view mirror, (didnt notice that either until I got in the car) He drives like a maniac. Once I rode with him and he actually sped past a motorcycle that was in the same lane as us nearly knocking him off the rode. I have promised myself to be more attentive in the mornings, its just not worth it. Free ride or not. |
Posted By: dkerley
Date Posted: 03 Oct 2002 at 3:17pm
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I know exactly who you are talking about! You know, about a year ago, he gave me a ride into the city and when he dropped me off at my stop, he gave me his work e-mail because we were previously discussing an alleged job opportunity at his place of employment. So later that day, I e-mail him to inquire about the job and instead, he said there was no job and he asked me out! Yuck! Turns out, he lives in my apartment complex too, like two buildings from mine. I always hide if I see him drive through the parking lot and I am outside. I don't want him to know where I live! quote: Dina |
Posted By: emmancilla
Date Posted: 03 Oct 2002 at 3:24pm
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Dina: What a experience the one you had! I hope he does not see you outside the apartment complex. |
Posted By: MarkJ
Date Posted: 04 Oct 2002 at 3:25pm
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Here's another one to add to the "do-not-ride-with" list: Late 80s/early 90s burgundy/purpleish Honda Civic - stripped molding on the passenger side doors and a dirty napkin stuffed in the passenger side front "vent" window (which is broken). I had the unfortunate experience of riding with her this morning from 17. The radio was blaring (sexually explicit rap music, no less), she talked on the cell phone for about a third of the trip, and she drove with a coffee cup in one hand almost the entire way. Riders beware! |
Posted By: 610slug
Date Posted: 08 Oct 2002 at 1:24pm
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oh that guy in the white intrepid is the scariest person to ride with. to top it off, he spent the trip talking about his twin 5 year old daughters. i hate to think he drives them around. he slammed on his brakes so hard one night we just missed rearending someone. he is crazy and i have passed on rides w/him before. |
Posted By: kortegel
Date Posted: 11 Oct 2002 at 7:55am
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Add this one to the list...this one is for folks at Route 17 going to L'Enfant. This morning I had the displeasure of riding with two people who I begrudgingly admit that I had trouble with before. Upon recognizing them, my mind said "pass", but my feet said "go" and the next thing I knew I was in their car (maybe because it was raining?). First of all, these people don't use the slug line often...maybe every three weeks (which is why my memory was a big foggy when trying to decide whether to ride with them or not -- and I hadn't had my coffee) because they usually carpool with the same three people and only use the slug line when one of them has the day off. Anyhoo, as most of you know the HOV was backed up thanks to rubberneckers watching a brokedown car being towed, the rain, and one-sies using the HOV. After wading through that mess, the driver of this vehicle decided to try to make up time by weaving through lanes, tailgating, menacing motorcyclists, and blowing red lights. It was pretty scary...I found myself bracing for impact about four or five times. To make a long story medium, it was all topped off by them asking me if dropping me off three blocks away from L'Enfant Plaza was okay (did I mention it was raining?). I admit that I'm an idiot because I've let them do this to me before but I thought that with the rain and all that they might give me a little more consideration this time. What was even funnier about it all was that they even asked me where I needed to go and their basic response was, "that's nice...we're going to drop you here instead." That isn't what was actually said...that's just what was basically said in not so many words. Anyways, here the important info for you to know...Gray Chrysler Sebring convertible (black top) claiming to go to L'Enfant but will drop you at 7th and Independence whether you like it or not. Driver is young with short hair and sports a goatee (could someone please tell him that goatees were so ten years ago and that they weren't even cool back then, let alone EVER?) Have a fabulous holiday...hope you all get a chuckle from this. K.O. |
Posted By: curtisdt
Date Posted: 15 Oct 2002 at 1:38pm
I used to work with this guy...he no longer works for my company. I think it is a good idea not to ride with him.quote: Don |
Posted By: npolastre
Date Posted: 03 Dec 2002 at 1:27pm
quote: Dina, what do you mean that he ping pongs messages? That is weird. Nina |
Posted By: Barbara
Date Posted: 04 Dec 2002 at 9:53am
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Thanks for starting this. I have had only one bad experience and I cannot remember the vehicle enough to describe it. (It happened in the summer and I was new to slugging and didn't know where to report it.) The driver was talking to the front seat passenger and waving his hands around, not keeping one on the wheel. Luckily, the car didn't hit anything in the road to jerk the wheel. I haven't seen him again. They picked up at Pentagon and dropped me at 610. I have heard second hand that there is a woman who picks up regularly at 610 and does not get on I95. She wants 'company' on the ride and winds up taking twice as long to get there because of the route she takes. I haven't had the experience, but if it is true, I would appreciate the people who experienced it reporting it and describing the vehicle so we can be aware of it. |
Posted By: npolastre
Date Posted: 04 Dec 2002 at 2:58pm
Barbara I heard of this woman. I think she drives a Green Camaro, and is an older lady.quote: |
Posted By: tbell511
Date Posted: 06 Dec 2002 at 2:31pm
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Wow this lady is still doing this, I first heard of her last year she was picking people up at Potomac Mills. One guy one telling me about the experience said it took them until 10:00 to reach the drop off point, he said that when they brought it to her attention that she was on the wrong side she responded," I don't like to drive over there they drive to fast" He also said she seemed to be just looking for company,but honestly I can't even explain how angry I would be if I came across that situation, so be on the look out!!! TBell |
Posted By: insidebeltway
Date Posted: 08 Dec 2002 at 12:25pm
| A ride is a ride folks and it's free. what are you complaining about? |
Posted By: aalso
Date Posted: 09 Dec 2002 at 12:33pm
A ride is a ride? Apparently you don't care about reckless drivers or the safety of others or yourself. Feel free "insidebeltway," but if you have to ask what everyone is complaining about... quote: |
Posted By: RM
Date Posted: 09 Dec 2002 at 12:38pm
You must be joking!!!!!! Are you, perchance, one of the reckless and thoughtless drivers? I for one want others to share their experiences. Your safety is not worth getting into a car with a reckless driver - there is always another driver. (Maybe you need more sleep. You make absolutely NO sense.)quote: |
Posted By: artplyn
Date Posted: 09 Dec 2002 at 1:27pm
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got to consider the source...insidebeltway is 10 min. from his work.. |
Posted By: Boheefus
Date Posted: 12 Dec 2002 at 8:27am
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*****90's model Isuzu Rodeo Burgundy 4dr VA plates YFH-2427, say they are going to L'enfant, but actually go to Crystal CIty first and don't get on 95 till Dumfries!!!!!***** This morning I arrived at the 610 lot at about 6am and to my delight there were only 2 people in front of me. Along comes a couple of nice African-American women in a Burgundy Isuzu Rodeo. They said they were going to L'enfant Plaza. Well, in order to keep from foaming at the mouth and waving my arms wildly I will keep this brief. They drove all the way to Dumfries on Rt. 1, stop lights included. Then as we approached the Pentagon the passenger turns to me and says "we just need to drop her off in Crystal City and then we'll go to L'enfant." [:(!] So, 1 hr and 15 minutes later I arrive at L'enfant, late for work and fuming. These women were nice, but they need to pick up for Crystal City and not drag innocent civilians (like me) all over God's creation. *****90's model Isuzu Rodeo Burgundy 4dr VA plates YFH-2427, say they are going to L'enfant, but actually go to Crystal CIty first and don't get on 95 till Dumfries!!!!!***** |
Posted By: Tonia Evans
Date Posted: 13 Mar 2003 at 2:03pm
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Well being new at this rider stuff....already I have had 2 instances that were unpleasant... 1st the dangerous one - 2000 champagne colored camery picks up at the pentagon and drops off at Horner rd. Rearended a car in the pickup line and then tried to deny it - drives very recklessly weaves from side to side mostly in his lane, then jerks the wheel back so hard you virtually receive a form of backstrain. Slams brakes on versus slowing to stop in a back up of traffic... He is of middle east descent - very nice but just a danger on the road. And the other situations have been just annoying as far as you get in the car at Horner in the morning with the idea of going to DC and you get there by way of the Pentagon because of them dropping his wife off... so it does take twice as long, it's fine if they want to do this but have the common decency to inform the riders of this potential delay of their own schedule. |
Posted By: Susan Buchanan
Date Posted: 14 Mar 2003 at 6:37pm
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I am absolutely shocked and stunned at the experience I had this afternoon as a slug and as a woman. The people I rode with tonight need to be boycotted by everyone from here to eternity! [}:)] Here is what happened: I was in the slug line at 14th & G for 610 with another lady I slug with at aout 4:10. An older white Chevrolet Lumina pulled up and the lady in the passenger seat held up her fingers indicating they would take two slugs. We got in and were on our way. The ride was awful: they did not have the heat on (it was 40 degrees outside) and they had NPR on extremely loudly playing with only the speakers in the back of the van on. Needless to say, I gave up on my earplugs because it was useless. That was not the worst part. Upon exiting I95, we told these people that we were both at the "new lot." The man looked to the woman (we believe it was his wife, named Rachel) and replied that he was going to the old lot. He developed an attitude and said we should have told him before we got in the van. [B)] He said he had to drop off his wife and go buy auto parts. (At this point it was 5:05 - I am sure he could have gotten to the auto parts store by 5:30. He then stopped at the intersection of route 610 and Staffordborough and asked us if we wanted to get out there. [:0] We said yes since you refuse to take us to the lot we need. Upon exiting, I told him, just as you said we should have told you we were going to the new lot (even though it was two of us and it is assumed that you will go where the two slugs are going), you should have told us prior to us entering your van that you were only willing to go to the old lot. I also told him he would never have to worry about us again - we would never step in his van again. [}:)] The two of us had to cross eight lanes of traffic during rush hour in the cold, encountering mud, trash, traffic and such items as condoms along the way. Plus, there are no sidewalks for most of the way. It was awful. [:(!] We could not believe the rudeness and inconsideration of these people. I am willing to accept some responsibility (maybe we should have specified the new lot, even though we were together and they asked for two slugs...whatever!!). However, we feel that their behavior was atrocious and reprehensible. He could have indicated his preference, acknowledged the inconvenience and taken us to the new lot, with the warning that he wouldn't do it again in the future. Or, he could have dropped us off with his wife and she could have zipped us over. In this day and age, with safety concerns and such heavy traffic, we think these are two of the most self-centered and self-serving people we have ever encountered. Please do everything in your power to pass along this info to everyone you know. Do not ride with them! Their info: it was an old white Chevrolet Lumina van with burgandy interior baskets in between the two front seats and squeaking brakes. The woman is in her mid-40s with red straight hair, the man is mid-50s with grayish hair and a salt and pepper beard. FYI, the man said he also slugs and always specifies which lot. To my knowledge, it is not simply a "given" that all slugs are going to the old lot. Please respond and let me know what you all think. I may be being overly sensitive or naive, but I was stunned and appalled. |
Posted By: gatewayslug
Date Posted: 17 Mar 2003 at 12:17pm
| While the ride conditions were not the best, the "which lot" problem could have been avoided, as mentioned, if the desired lot had been expressed before getting into the van. I think that the "given" is that since the old lot has been used for years the default destination for "610" is the old lot, not the new one on Mine Rd. While occasionally I will have a driver ask which lot, the default has been to the old lot. You have to speak up before the trip starts. |
Posted By: Susan Buchanan
Date Posted: 17 Mar 2003 at 12:39pm
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You're right - it could have been avoided by EITHER party speaking up, especially since he was restricted and claims he had to go the auto parts store. It's never been an issue for us when a driver indicates for two slugs - it is assumed that the driver will go to one lot only and that the slugs are going to the same lot. I guess chivalry is out and leaving two women on the side of the road is in. Nice. Thanks, Susan |
Posted By: gg
Date Posted: 17 Mar 2003 at 3:10pm
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Susan, I also believe Gatewayslug is right and YOU should make the destination known before getting in the car; you can't make assumptions. I understand that if it's cold, you just want to jump into the car, but I'm sure you won't make that mistake again. I'm not familiar with the "old vs. new" lots, but if safety was an issue, then the driver should not have left you stranded under such circumstatnces. If it was a matter of inconvenience, that is, if you had to endure the "cold, encountering mud, trash..." then too bad. But if the roadway does not allow foot traffic where you are walking on the roadway, then yes, he was wrong (again, my opinion since I don't know those lots). gg |
Posted By: Susan Buchanan
Date Posted: 17 Mar 2003 at 3:21pm
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As I stated in the original post, there were no walkways or walk signs, nor paths for foot traffic. We had to run to cross eight lanes of rush hour traffic and then walk a 1/4+ to the other lot. It's not only a matter of rudeness, it's a matter of safety and being a decent human being. Would you feel any differently if it were your mother, daughter, sister or child? I guess my expectations are too high. Thanks, Susan |
Posted By: artplyn
Date Posted: 17 Mar 2003 at 4:13pm
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I must also agree that if you want to go to the new lot, you MUST state that before entering a car. The default IS the old lot. Given that you didn't specify, it could be considered rude to ask to go to the new lot. Just another way to look at it. Most drivers have absolutely no problem dropping a slug off 'early' as long as it is on his normal route. |
Posted By: tdar20
Date Posted: 18 Mar 2003 at 7:51am
| The bottom line here is communication as stated above. When you make an assumption you leave yourself wide open at that point. There is a big problem with the new vs old lots at 610 so speak up and dont assume anything! |
Posted By: Rescue5
Date Posted: 19 Mar 2003 at 12:49pm
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[:(!][}:)][|)] I have one.. a purple CRV usually going to Armory but will take to L'Enfant... goes 90-85 mph and is all over the road while drinking coffee and reading a home depot magazine! |
Posted By: mirangus
Date Posted: 19 Mar 2003 at 1:03pm
| Something interesting that I have seen one or two slugs do at the Pentagon. They hold up a sign for Mine Road (to signify the new lot). Perhaps more folks should start doing that, that way there is no question. Whether I'm driving or slugging, I always ask to verify where I/somebody is going. Don't want to end up in the wrong place, or put someone in the wrong place! |
Posted By: Barbara
Date Posted: 25 Mar 2003 at 11:35am
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I agree that it would help out everyone if riders would indicate before they get in a vehicle the Mine Road lot is their destination. It is usually an imposition on the driver to stop at both lots and the ones I've ridden with, with only one exception, expect the Old lot to be 'the' drop-off point. The 'one exception' didn't make it clear that he thought the old lot was hard to access until we were well on the way. He also told me the 'old' lot was closing soon and we would all use the Mine Road lot. I'm still wondering about that prophecy... I've not seen him again and that was at the beginning of this Winter. I slug from the Pentagon to 610-Old Lot in the late afternoons (departs Pentagon 5:15 to 6). If you need a ride from the Old lot to Mine Road, ask me before we leave the Pentagon--I'll be glad to drop you rather than inconvenience a driver or have someone try to walk across 610. It is a busy, dangerous road not intended for pedestrian traffic. |
Posted By: Arbo
Date Posted: 25 Mar 2003 at 11:46am
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Barbara, They are EXPANDING the old Staffordboro lot[:)] (this lot is also known as the 610 lot). Once that is done, they will CLOSE THE SMALL LOT on the east (I95) side of the road, which actually is on private ground owned by the shopping center developer. I've never heard any talk of closing the Staffordboro lot. From talking with Gary Pash, the county and VDOT are looking for ways to better utilize the Staffordboro and Mine Road lots. They are also trying to put in a West bound exit from the Staffordboro lot to ease congestion at the 610/Staffordboro/Mine Rd intersection. I do know that some of the DC slugs have tried moving the DC line to the Mine road lot, with some mixed success. However, I still see people (and cars) in the DC line in the Staffordboro lot. |
Posted By: artplyn
Date Posted: 26 Mar 2003 at 2:34pm
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"I do know that some of the DC slugs have tried moving the DC line to the Mine road lot, with some mixed success. However, I still see people (and cars) in the DC line in the Staffordboro lot." The DC line has not moved. A NEW DC line was created at mine road for the late commuters since the 'old' 610 lot fills up. The ONLY pentagon line is from the 'old' 610 lot. |
Posted By: mirangus
Date Posted: 27 Mar 2003 at 9:13am
| Ooooooooooh, I have to disagree with you there...I have certainly picked up for the Pentagon at Mine Rd. after the lot fills up. Granted that most of the latecomers are for DC, but that lot is used for ALL overflow. I've seen all types there and have definitely picked up for the Pentagon on more than one occasion. Watch out for the bum scoop! [;)] |
Posted By: artplyn
Date Posted: 28 Mar 2003 at 2:11pm
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my error...that's the first post i have ever seen stating that.. Thanks for the update... |
Posted By: mirangus
Date Posted: 28 Mar 2003 at 3:29pm
| No problem! [:D] |
Posted By: dkerley
Date Posted: 08 Apr 2003 at 2:44pm
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I pick up Mine Road slugs from the Pentagon and it would be very helpful if they could make up signs so we can look for them. When we yell "Mine Road" the slugs obviously not going that way ignore us and turn their backs to us not bothering to tell the slugs down the line that we are looking for Mine Road slugs. I had one gentleman exclaim that "this is the 610 line" when I called out "Mine Road". I told him that I am going to 610 [Einstein] just the other side of it. [;)] So if you are going to Mine Road, please make a sign so I can find you more easily, okay? [:D] Dina |
Posted By: jjmahoney
Date Posted: 10 Apr 2003 at 3:49pm
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I'm all for signs! As mostly a driver, I prefer to have signs so that there is no need to wait till you get up to the front of the line to yell (like at 14th and NY where the line of cars/buses/taxis can be annoying). At least with the signs, you can easily let people in line know where you're going. This site has them for goodness sake. Let's all use them! [:D] As far as bad experiences, I've only had one slightly scary riding experience. A big guy in a green Dodge Ram that looks like a construction worker. Says he goes to Pentagon at 6am, and then on the drive home I saw him nodding off. He wasn't going too fast though. But the fear of him falling asleep was enough to freak me out. My only other bad experiences are from inconsiderate riders. It's usually the same people though (like the one I've mentioned in numerous posts before, but I've avoided any description so far). I try to keep radio volume and temperature at a very considerate levels, but this one person both times she rode with me complained within 2 minutes of being in the car. Next time I saw her and had my two people, she asked if I would take a 3rd and I said no. Since then, she just walks past me. Which is a-okay with me! "My therapist says you're always making withdrawls from my Self-Esteem account to fill your Ego Balloon!" Gabe - Penny-Arcade.com |
Posted By: Pinkpg17
Date Posted: 30 Apr 2003 at 2:59pm
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Here's one to add. I slug from 14th and G around 5pm. There is an older man who sometimes slugs and sometimes drives. He has a limp shoulder. Always dressed professionally. He is a pleasure to talk to but BEWARE do not ride with him. He either drives and old beat up blue buick with one nonworking door or a black convertable with leather interior. He lets his dogs (not during the commute) ride in both cars and the smell is unbearable not to mention the dirt and hair that ruins your clothes. I used to still ride with him out of kindness but never again! He also goes about 55mph all the way to Stafford which add another 10 minutes to your commute. |
Posted By: DC_Slugger
Date Posted: 30 Apr 2003 at 4:24pm
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Ok guys it's been awhile since I have been on here, but with wonderful slugging/driving success from Mine Road there has been no need to be on here. Anyhow, I do have one person to warn everyone about. It was around 4:45 at L'Enfant I saw a white (older) Chevrolet Suburban sitting there with no other sluggers in sight. So I jogged across the street...and the gentleman was on his cell phone and motioned for me to just jump in. I informed him that I was going to the "New - Mine Road lot" and asked if this would be ok. He said sure...he wasn't sure of where it was and would like to learn about a new lot anyway. So we sat and waited for another rider and she finally came along, but was going to the "Old - 610 lot". He said that it wouldn't be a problem to drop me off first and then her since there were no other sluggers around anyway. So we were on our way, making great time I might add (because he was speeding like 90mph), and about 5:15 we got to the merge of 95 and the HOV lanes and he started getting annoyed with the traffic. Not that there was any, but he couldn't go 90 anymore so got a bit annoyed. He jumped onto Rt.1. That day there happened to be an accident on Rt.1. The man started getting fidgety and cursing at the traffic. I began to get a little uncomfortable, because he had a baseball bat in the backseat(I began to wonder what he used it for...he was a creepy type). So we finally make it to 610 and we are in the left turn lane to go to the Mine Road lot....right as the left turn light was turning green....he decided that I should walk. He asked if this would be a problem. I said yes it would...you said you would take me to the lot. What am I going to do in the other lot??? I told him that I had just had surgery two weeks prior (abdominal) and walking was not for me. And he said well this is such an inconvenience you should really walk it's not that far. About this time the lady in the backseat said that if he would just go to the Old lot...and drop us off she would drive me over. And he praised her for this. I did too, but geez....all the time he spent complaining about traffic and it took us even longer because we had to merge all the way back over and wait for another red light to turn into the old lot. Oh well...like I said older white Chevrolet Suburban. 30+ tall white guy, baseball cap, and baseball bat in the backseat. Beware! |
Posted By: gg
Date Posted: 01 May 2003 at 8:42am
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DC_Slugger, It's that kind of driver you described that can ruin the self-regulating slug system. Based on your story, that guy was probably late, but too bad, he needed to fulfil his obligations first. However, because he was fidgeting and cursing and had a baseball bat doesn't necessarily make him creepy -- he may impatient, inconsiderate and self-centered but creepy, that's a strong word [;)]. I'm glad that it all worked out for you in the end. I'm also glad that you asked about the "New - Mine Road lot" before you started on your journey, where bad slugs tend to ask about special requests afterwards. gg |
Posted By: PentaGoon
Date Posted: 30 Sep 2003 at 2:58pm
| Late model Chrysler convertible (Sebring?), silver w/black top. License may be FORRPOP. Rt 17 to Pentagon. Speeds, tailgates, brakes hard, refuses to let other cars in, and drives sleepy. |
Posted By: krr
Date Posted: 01 Oct 2003 at 12:04pm
| Oh, nooooo!! 66 is back. Can never make a point without telling someone something they said is not appropriate. |
Posted By: Rus
Date Posted: 02 Oct 2003 at 12:11pm
My thoughts exactly - it was getting unbearable.quote: |
Posted By: Rus
Date Posted: 02 Oct 2003 at 12:12pm
My thoughts exactly - it was getting unbearable.quote: |
Posted By: Mit
Date Posted: 02 Oct 2003 at 12:21pm
I really like this idea. Maybe we could keep a string exclusively for people to add to the list (hopefully, there aren't too many). Although, the vast majority of drivers are wonderful, whenever we experience bad drivers or those that don't drop off where they stated, etc., it sure would be helpful to have the information. I, for one, don't care about those who may be deemed "not courteous," but I do care about the dangerous drivers and the ones who don't go where they said they would.quote: |
Posted By: PentaGoon
Date Posted: 02 Oct 2003 at 7:26pm
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I need a list, but I don't have time to chat, or read chat. Please, try to keep it to the basics... Where they pick up, what they drive, and what's the "crime." Keep it to true safety issues and not whine about music, nose picking, etc. Thanks. |
Posted By: NoNo
Date Posted: 06 Oct 2003 at 2:28pm
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Toyota Camry, light beige, Pentagon to Route 3. Fell asleep at the wheel several times, waking up to only the sound of the rumble strips from the left lane shoulder! Very scary ride. |
Posted By: marcelhenryg
Date Posted: 07 Oct 2003 at 10:19am
| i agree--no long stories; just car type, pickup/dropoff locations. i have one to add: dark colored newer mustang from pentagon to horner road; whit emale in late 20s/early30s; very loud music, tailgates, drives like a racecar driver, dozed off several times and swerved into the breakdown lane each time |
Posted By: marcelhenryg
Date Posted: 07 Oct 2003 at 6:28pm
| bright blue very small fiesta heading from pentagon to 610. army guy w/puerto rico stuff in windows. if his odometer had gone up to 100 mph, we would have been going that fast, weaving in and out of traffic, almost rearending several cars along the way. very poor english. BE WARNED. |
Posted By: PentaGoon
Date Posted: 07 Oct 2003 at 8:35pm
| Excellent. Thanks all. |
Posted By: jl
Date Posted: 09 Oct 2003 at 9:46am
| WARNING TO riders at Long John's: Silver-haired driver of black VW GTI--license VA JEN7796. Be sure to get a contract for delivery prior to accepting a ride with this reprehensible character. Obviously he had waited a while for someone to head up 14th, so when I approached with a destination of 14th and K, he jumped. After accepting a ride, I said I might be able to get off at I St, which he said was better for him than K. However, he dumped me off at New York, where he was planning to turn anyway. Maybe to others this wouldn't be an issue, but lugging bags, purse, etc with a back problem, it is for me. |
Posted By: fastdriver
Date Posted: 09 Oct 2003 at 3:23pm
| There are two men who pick up at 14th and G in the afternoon. They don't go all the way to Stafford. They get off at the Quantico exit, go to a baseball field (I forgot the name of the park) and then you have to switch vehicles and ride the rest of the way up Rt 1 with one of them. They DON'T tell you this until you are on the HOV lanes. I'll give the best description I can without offending anyone so that you can pass on their ride. The two men are hispanic, one heavy, one thin. The think one has shoulder length hair and drives a small white compact car(4 door). The heavier one drives a large beige 4x4 full size pick-up truck. (I think it is a 3 or 4 door.) The first time they picked me up and this happened, I was scared to death! I thought I was being kidnapped. It turned out fine, but I was mad. Sometimes the driver of the truck picks up alone and goes straight to the lot and that is fine, but if his friend is with him, just know you will be delayed by a stop. |
Posted By: ksbindc
Date Posted: 15 Oct 2003 at 3:46pm
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Hi. I'm a reporter for The Washington Post, covering transportation issues for the Metro section. I'm working on a story about some of the kinds of drivers whom slugs face and discussions about a "Do Not Ride With List." I'd like to talk to some slugs about their experiences with different drivers. Unfortunately, I have a deadline on the story on Thursday, Oct. 16. If you are willing to speak with me (it would take about 10 minutes), could you please call me at 202-334-6410 or e-mail me at "shaverk@washpost.com" with a number where I can reach you during the day? Thank you. Katherine Shaver Washington Post Staff Writer (202) 334-6410 |
Posted By: MDC
Date Posted: 16 Oct 2003 at 10:07am
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Katherine, There are far more important issues related to HOV and slugging than the "do not ride with list". Sure, it's good to know if someone drive's dangerously or is rude, but that's something learned by experience and not from a list. How about a story on how excemptions to HOV, and "HOT lanes" have the potential to destroy ride sharing. |
Posted By: NoNo
Date Posted: 16 Oct 2003 at 10:53am
| exactly. focusing on a personal preference list rather than the funds and time wasted in the mixing bowl project, or HOV violators that cause delays is short sighted. |
Posted By: ksbindc
Date Posted: 16 Oct 2003 at 1:30pm
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Thank you for your replies. I have written extensively about HOV violators, cost overruns at the Mixing Bowl project and discussions about HOT lanes and will continue to do so. Please feel free to contact me directly at "shaverk@washpost.com" with any thoughts about these issues or anything else traffic-related, as I do not regularly check this message board. Commuters have always proven to be the best sources for stories. Thanks again, Katherine Shaver Washington Post Staff Writer |
Posted By: Linda
Date Posted: 05 Nov 2003 at 7:33pm
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The information this forum contains should be a link from the home page. We need a method of keeping track of and notifying other sluggers of aggressive drivers. I think we should also post information about the bad drivers on poles located near the slug lines so everyone can be safe. I've been slugging for over 7 years and have never had a situation as terrifying as today. I got a ride today at 4:00PM in Rosslyn from a silver Honda Passport SUV, black leather interior, heading for Horner road. There was a male driver and female passenger in the front. During the ride home I was scared to death. I usually read but could not focus on reading because the driver drove, when he could, in speeds over 85 miles per hour. When he couldn't drive that fast he tailgated the cars in front of him closer than any tail gater I've ever seen before. He repeatedly changed lanes, with out using a turn signal, and weaved his way back and forth down the HOV lanes. He also left the travel lanes into the shoulder. I wasn't sure if it was because he didn't have control or because he wanted to let the drivers in front of him know that he couldn't pass. Regardless it was terrifying. When we reached Horner Road I decided not to say anything since I was by myself. When I got out of the car I was shaking and I just closed the door. Normally I thank the person and wish them a good evening but today the female in the front seat rolled down her window and yelled to me "You could of at least said thank you, you B*TCH!! Needless to say, I was shocked and amazed. When I told them about their driving and how terrified I was they said I'm a slug and if I don't like how I am treated then I need to drive myself. They also told me that if I didn't like their driving they could of left me off any where along 95. At this point things became very heated. Eventually they peeled out as they drove off. I was so shook up I didn't get their license plate. I will be keeping an eye out though and I will get their plate the next time. As I drove home from the commuter lot it occurred to me that I should of just used my cell phone from right there in their car to call the police and report their aggresive driving. As crazy as it sounds the next time I get into a car where the driver is driving aggressively I'm going to call the police and keep them updated on our location as they drive. If they hear me they can throw me out. I would of rather walked home today than go through that again. |
Posted By: Linda
Date Posted: 05 Nov 2003 at 7:36pm
|
The information this forum contains should be a link from the home page. We need a method of keeping track of and notifying other sluggers of aggressive drivers. I think we should also post information about the bad drivers on poles located near the slug lines so everyone can be safe. I've been slugging for over 7 years and have never had a situation as terrifying as today. I got a ride today at 4:00PM in Rosslyn from a silver Honda Passport SUV, black leather interior, heading for Horner road. There was a male driver and female passenger in the front. During the ride home I was scared to death. I usually read but could not focus on reading because the driver drove, when he could, in speeds over 85 miles per hour. When he couldn't drive that fast he tailgated the cars in front of him closer than any tail gater I've ever seen before. He repeatedly changed lanes, with out using a turn signal, and weaved his way back and forth down the HOV lanes. He also left the travel lanes into the shoulder. I wasn't sure if it was because he didn't have control or because he wanted to let the drivers in front of him know that he couldn't pass. Regardless it was terrifying. When we reached Horner Road I decided not to say anything since I was by myself. When I got out of the car I was shaking and I just closed the door. Normally I thank the person and wish them a good evening but today the female in the front seat rolled down her window and yelled to me "You could of at least said thank you, you B*TCH!! Needless to say, I was shocked and amazed. When I told them about their driving and how terrified I was they said I'm a slug and if I don't like how I am treated then I need to drive myself. They also told me that if I didn't like their driving they could of left me off any where along 95. At this point things became very heated. Eventually they peeled out as they drove off. I was so shook up I didn't get their license plate. I will be keeping an eye out though and I will get their plate the next time. As I drove home from the commuter lot it occurred to me that I should of just used my cell phone from right there in their car to call the police and report their aggresive driving. As crazy as it sounds the next time I get into a car where the driver is driving aggressively I'm going to call the police and keep them updated on our location as they drive. If they hear me they can throw me out. I would of rather walked home today than go through that again. |
Posted By: Bob
Date Posted: 06 Nov 2003 at 8:08am
| I think I have caught a ride with them. Is the driver an Asian male in his 30s? If not, then it is different. |
Posted By: Mit
Date Posted: 06 Nov 2003 at 12:31pm
| Linda: I'm so sorry about your horrific experience. Those two were completely deficient of any sensibilities whatsoever. Also, for someone to call you such a name, (even if the guy hadn't driven like he had no functional brain cells), because you didn't say "thank you" is very telling about that person. Everything they said showed that. They both sound like absolute total wack jobs, and although I haven't gone to Horner in a few years, I hope you get more of a description so that the unaware can bypass those two psych jobs. People like that are dangerous in a vehicle and I also shudder at the thought of a conversation taking place in such a manner before you reached Horner. Also, a word of caution. Hopefully, there will be no next time, but don't engage angry, low functioning people in conversation - very, very risky. Just keep walking. Explanations to idiots like that are never, but never, understood. Their anger level simply rises as you found out the hard way. Be safe! |
Posted By: RW
Date Posted: 06 Nov 2003 at 1:04pm
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I can't believe that people would drive or act like that (ecspecially call you such a name). I'm sorry you had such a horrible experience. It's people like that who make it miserable for those of us that are considerate and kind. I probably would have asked them to pull over and exited the vehicle. Just in case, I always carry signs with me of my destinations, that way, if I ever have to leave a car or if the car breaks down I can hold up the sign with hopes of getting picked up by another car. Most poeple are considerate, kind and willing to help, it's just those few imbecile's that make it miserable for the rest of us. Can't we all just get along? rw |
Posted By: Linda
Date Posted: 06 Nov 2003 at 1:20pm
| yes, I think he was asian, the woman in the front definitely was. It was hard to tell with the male because he had very dark sunglasses on. Funny, because yesterday the skies were very dark and it was about to pour down rain. |
Posted By: SlugBuddy
Date Posted: 06 Nov 2003 at 1:58pm
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LEAVES: 4:00PM Rosslyn DRIVES: Silver Honda Passport SUV, black leather interior DESTINATION: Horner road. Everyone needs to be on the lookout for these two!! We'll show them how much us slugs can make a difference!! If anyone sees them, get their license plate number and post it here. |
Posted By: SKCRAB
Date Posted: 07 Nov 2003 at 1:21pm
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Linda, I am very sorry to hear about your harrowing experience. I think every day brings new "lessons learned" about slugging, no matter how long we have been at it. The only way to avoid the perils of others driving is to drive oneself--and of course, anyone's driving may seem perilous to any of their riders. It is generally a judgement call. In my opinion it takes nerves of steel to be a rider, I don't remember too many cars that obeyed all laws. Curiously, (but sort of fun), people compliment my driving on a fairly regular basis, and I tend to drive as fast as conditions allow (keeping safe following distance, etc.), which doesn't actually say much - since that is still usually within the speed limit. On one recent occasion a woman complained that I was going too fast (although we were virtually the only car on the dry road), when I slowed down to 50 in the populated (with workers) construction zone, she quickly informed me that the speed limit was 65. There was just no pleasing her. I did inform her that if she saw my car (and gave her the plate info) to please not enquire about a ride. I also suggested that she would be more comfortable being a driver if she had problem's with the driving of complete strangers giving her a free ride. When I asked the woman in back if she was doing alright she gave a "definite thumbs up". Since then, she has passed my car 3 times, and on two of those occasions I have seen the car she was riding in either pass me or drive all the way into town going 80-85. I felt a little bad for her...but not too much. |
Posted By: cdatkins
Date Posted: 12 Nov 2003 at 1:58pm
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Black Dodge Intrepid. Middle age blonde woman driver. License plate is either JGF-3100 or JBF-3100. Car is dirty and she listens to Howard Stern. I find Howard Stern appalling and disgusting. Not appropriate content for people you don't know. |
Posted By: cdatkins
Date Posted: 12 Nov 2003 at 2:01pm
| Sorry. Forgot to add that this woman picks up at HORNER ROAD and drove to ROSSLYN this morning. |
Posted By: SKCRAB
Date Posted: 12 Nov 2003 at 2:23pm
While I feel your frustration, is the purpose of this "do not ride with" list to list petty issues that a rider has the ability to do something about? For a dirty car, you do not enter (or you get in, then get out at the lot--to make a louder statement). For Howard Stern you bring your own CD player or earplugs. While it is just my opinion, it seems less subjective and much more relevant to speak of drivers who do not take you where they indicate or to report dangerous driving with a description of the driving behavior so others can judge if it is dangerous in their opinion, then can make a decision informed by your account.quote: |
Posted By: cdatkins
Date Posted: 12 Nov 2003 at 2:36pm
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"While I feel your frustration, is the purpose of this "do not ride with" list to list petty issues that a rider has the ability to do something about?" I agree with you on the car being dirty. But do you think it would be proper for me to ask her to change the channel? Otherwise, you are stuck listening to offensive material for 30 minutes (or more lately with traffic being bad). And it may be "petty" to you, but it was genuinely disgusting to me. As far as the purpose of this thread, I just thought there might be others similarly offended who could benefit from my experience. |
Posted By: SKCRAB
Date Posted: 12 Nov 2003 at 2:55pm
| If you read the radio topic, where I see you also posted very appropriately, I had a similar experience. Chalked it up to experience and I won't ride with that person again. It looks like you plan to bring your own music from now on--sounds like a smart plan! As far as asking someone to change the channel, you can always ask, but there are so few stations that are non-offensive in the morning, that it really won't do much good, even if the driver would change. I just figure the driver deserves whatever relaxes them, since they are dealing with the stress of driving. I can handle the stress of poor programming as long as I don't have to worry about traffic. I can always drive myself if I want to choose the station of course, at the of risk being posted on the "do not ride list" for playing WTOP. |
Posted By: cdatkins
Date Posted: 12 Nov 2003 at 2:58pm
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Good points. However, I do see a very big difference between Stern and the other morning shows. Probably about the same difference between an R and XXX rated movie. Thanks for sharing your thoughts. |
Posted By: GeeseAreGood
Date Posted: 12 Nov 2003 at 6:09pm
| I have ridden with Howard Stern woman. I enjoy listening to Stern. This is no reason to place on the list, the rules say the driver gets to pick the station and that . . . GeeseAreGood! |
Posted By: Poncho
Date Posted: 18 Dec 2003 at 8:48pm
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My vote is to ban anyone with an extended cab light pickup truck. There's a guy who picks up at Rosslyn heading to 610 in the afternoon in a silver Toyota truck that is WAY TOO SMALL to fit in the back! He's a nice guy but I think it's rude to expect folks to sit uncomfortably for over an hour so he can take advantage of the HOV lanes. |
Posted By: GeeseAreGood
Date Posted: 19 Dec 2003 at 8:00am
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On the issue of extended cab pick-ups, many of these things are designed to take passengers on an infrequent basis and some are quite nice. In any case, it is buyer beware. We can see it as we are getting in. If it is cold are the rides are few and far between, we probably jump right in. On the otherhand, you can pass if there is a line of cars. You could also suggest that all three sit in the front of the cab - "hill billy" or "red neck" style. of course I would insist on on snuff dipping priveleges if this were the case. |
Posted By: JeanB.
Date Posted: 19 Dec 2003 at 12:54pm
quote:Would you rather he not pick up slugs at all for fear of your thinking he's rude??? You've obviously identified the offending vehicle - Wait for the next one!! JeanB. |
Posted By: dcpswebgod
Date Posted: 29 Dec 2003 at 1:25pm
| I see these a lot at the Pentagon going to 610 - I am 6'4 and simply pass on the trucks - the drivers understand usually. |
Posted By: JiggaJynx
Date Posted: 29 Dec 2003 at 1:28pm
| I'm 5'7" and can't fit my legs into the 2 inches behind the front pax seat. I pass, too. |
Posted By: dcpswebgod
Date Posted: 29 Dec 2003 at 1:30pm
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The "Jag" man For those of you new riders using 610 in the AM I offer advice that I wish was given to me - "BEWARE OF THE JAG MAN!" Older gentleman driving a brownish Jag - He drives like a mad man! 85-90 mph in traffic and HOV's, sometimes making a third lane when HOV backs up! He used to pick up at 610 and drop off at "3" in Fredericksburg - now drops off at 610, picking up at Pentagon. Rider Beware! |
Posted By: salsita
Date Posted: 29 Dec 2003 at 2:06pm
he doesn't just pick up at pentagon, he's picks up at the dc line too.....quote: |
Posted By: DC2RV
Date Posted: 27 Apr 2004 at 7:41am
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Silver Toyota (Corolla?) aka "Trashcan on Wheels". Picks up at Bob's for 18th & L. Trash everywhere, McDonald's smell, disgusting. Also, driver doesn't use hands to steer. Stretches arms through steering wheel and guides with wrist or forearms. |
Posted By: emancilla
Date Posted: 27 Apr 2004 at 12:58pm
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Wow. Talking about dangerous situations... Thank you for the advise DC2RV. |
Posted By: tomcat93
Date Posted: 27 Apr 2004 at 4:12pm
| I think it is great letting everyone know about drivers that are dangerous, however, thought I'd let everyone know that the passenger can be that way to. I picked up a lady from Rosslyn last week and everytime someone hit their brakes in front of us (whether they were the car in front of us or four cars in front of us) she would gasp and grab the seat. I try very hard not to get to close to the car in front of me (trying to be courteous to the passengers) but it didn't matter if I was 2 feet from them or 10 feet. It was very nerve racking and when I got to Horner Rd I had to pull over to the side (after she got out) and just sit for a minute. |
Posted By: emancilla
Date Posted: 27 Apr 2004 at 4:45pm
| That's funny. Obviously, it wasn't for you at that time tomcat93. |
Posted By: avalanche22
Date Posted: 27 Apr 2004 at 5:36pm
| Reading thru all these reply. where can I find the do not ride list. |
Posted By: cinquapin
Date Posted: 29 Apr 2004 at 10:00am
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Mine Road - older model VW (Golf?) - female driver. No seat belts in back seat! [:0] |
Posted By: SlugBuddy
Date Posted: 06 May 2004 at 12:22pm
| Was it a White VW with a black lady driving? |
Posted By: chinquapin
Date Posted: 06 May 2004 at 12:30pm
quote: Yep, that's the one. |
Posted By: SlugBuddy
Date Posted: 06 May 2004 at 12:42pm
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Yeah, I had a horrible ride home with her yesterday from the Pentagon. It had been raining and the back seat was SOAKING wet. It was filthy and wet and miserable and the seat belt was broken and I had to sit on my briefcase the whole way home which made my tushy sore[V] The radio was blasting music in my ear and she kept running off the side of the road which made me nervous because I had no seat belt!! Definitely DO NOT RIDE WITH PERSON. CAR: White Older Model VW Gulf PICKS UP: Pentagon around 5:00-5:45 to Mine Road Lot Driver is black with really short hair (like Halle Berry in Boomerang) and she is very thin |
Posted By: glacier
Date Posted: 06 May 2004 at 12:55pm
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Buddy, How long did it take to figure out the poor conditions? Probably too late to jump out. Thanks for the info. Cheers, Glacier |
Posted By: chinquapin
Date Posted: 06 May 2004 at 4:04pm
quote: Ouch! Worse than my ride with her; at least I was dry. She told me not to worry about the broken seat belt (since she was such a good driver), but once she picked up the cell phone with one hand and started gesturing with the other, I knew better. |
Posted By: Mrs.KLB
Date Posted: 07 May 2004 at 2:40pm
There is a very small older white lady, I really dread when she get's in the front seat of my car,when you are trying to pass a car or just get over to make a turn,she sits up in the seat and gets up in the window blocking the side view mirror directing you when to get over[:(!] I told her as politely as I could "when you get in this car ma'am I'VE GOT THIS I don't need any help driving.[:D] this past weekend some friends of mine and I where sharing slug stories and I kid you not all but one person has picked this lady up and has told her just about the same thing, she will make you have an accident. quote: Mrs. B |
Posted By: vabigblue
Date Posted: 07 May 2004 at 4:16pm
| Front/passenger side driver so to speak. They will cause you to have a crash. They think they're helping you out when in real time, they are hindering you to the max. Where do you pick her up "Mrs.? |
Posted By: Mrs.KLB
Date Posted: 12 May 2004 at 3:23pm
I pick her up at Horner road (D.C.) lines, she is a little short older white lady with short brown hair, she always has a shopping bag. She is a sweet little lady but annoying.[:)]quote: Mrs. B |
Posted By: Speckled_hen
Date Posted: 19 May 2004 at 10:16am
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Just had to add after talking to coworkers... About a week, maybe 2 weeks now, I along with another slug were picked up at the Pentagon heading towards Potomac Mills, I think he typically drops off at Horner Road (but because there were so many for PM and not Horner, that is why he took us). The person seemed friendly and was talkative. Well, when we got close to Potomac Mills lot that is when the problems started. He became quite aggressive with his language, his driving and threatened another person with a knife, saying he kept it under his seat. Unfortunately, I don't remember the liscence plate, but I know it was a white car with a guy driver. If I ever see him I'll post an update, just thought I would let people know. |
Posted By: Uhura
Date Posted: 04 Jun 2004 at 8:12am
quote: OMG-Too funny... I had an Air Force guy who got into my vehicle, didn't even say "good morning," and then proceeded to make himself right at home: He adjusted all the passenger vents and moved the visors (very violently). Every time I would try to change lanes he would lean forward (blocking my view of the mirror) and check to see if it was safe to do so. At the time, I was a newbie and I wasn't sure if I should say something... I was relieved when he got out. Live Long and Prosper |
Posted By: emancilla
Date Posted: 04 Jun 2004 at 8:49am
| Another slug and I got into this vehicle this morning. I was in the back seat. Radio on. As soon as we hit the HOV lanes, the other slug started to sing along. Too funny. |
Posted By: shahedC
Date Posted: 04 Jun 2004 at 9:12am
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I've had drivers putting on loud music, thumping on the dashboard and steering wheel, and singing out loud. The first time I had a driver like this, I didn't say anything. Yesterday morning, I had another one, who kept asking if the music was too loud, we should say something. But neither the other passenger nor I said anything. The driver may feel offended if I tell her to turn her music down. If she has to ask if it's too loud, maybe it is, so maybe she should just turn it down just a little if possible. I would only ask someone to turn it down if I knew them well. And of course there's the now infamous "crazy morning lady", whom I can't identify, but I hope no one has to ever get yelled at by her. |
Posted By: emancilla
Date Posted: 04 Jun 2004 at 12:54pm
| ShahedC, is the "crazy morning lady" a young woman, maybe mid 30's, blond short hair and about 5'7-8"? |
Posted By: slugbug
Date Posted: 04 Jun 2004 at 12:59pm
| THERE YOU GO....NOW WE'RE ALL OFFENDED!!!!....YOU SAID BLONDE!!!! [:)] (LAUGHTER!!!)[;)] |