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Footballguy
Just a simple poll.
Curious as to how many people have tried the service.
Curious as to how many people have tried the service.
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Have you ever used Uber/Lyft (1 Viewer)
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Quez
Footballguy
There is currently a trial in Hillsborough County FL to determine if they can continue to operate. I know someone involved in the trial and I'm getting the feeling it's not sounding good. They already put a halt to operation in Broward County.
FL is composed of a bunch of local transportation boards that are given power by the commissioners. The commisioners are in the pockets of the taxi duopolies that don't want the status quo disrupted.
This is a sad state of affairs considering the poor public transportation options & lack of taxis in FL.
FL is composed of a bunch of local transportation boards that are given power by the commissioners. The commisioners are in the pockets of the taxi duopolies that don't want the status quo disrupted.
This is a sad state of affairs considering the poor public transportation options & lack of taxis in FL.
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nirad3
Footballguy
Generally speaking, yes. There are times, at least with uber, where they have "surge pricing" which could rival taxi fares.
That said, the convenience of the app plus the short time it takes the car to arrive trumps anything a taxi service offers.
Swing 51
Footballguy
You are also advised that surge pricing is on and you can get a quote for the trip before confirming you want the car. I love Uber, use it all the time in the DC area.
JoeSteeler
Footballguy
how does that work? how does she get paid? she make good $$$? I am knocking around the idea of working PT for Uber.
The Flying Turtle
Footballguy
My wife and kids are in Chicago and they are using it to get everywhere. The quick app, getting a text with the driver name and other info is great. Not having to exchange money on site is a great convenience as well.
As for price, they took an Uber to the museum and it cost $6.00. She took a taxi home and it cost $10.00.
Lastly, the taxi was gross and all of the Ubers she has used have been very nice.
As for price, they took an Uber to the museum and it cost $6.00. She took a taxi home and it cost $10.00.
Lastly, the taxi was gross and all of the Ubers she has used have been very nice.
Mr. Ected
Footballguy
Used it once so far, to get to Tipsey's place in NO last month. What we liked was the ability to choose the size of the vehicle that you got. We were 5, with 3 kids, so I asked for a SUV. We got a nice big Yukon so the boys could sit in the back and not bother anyone. It may have been more expensive than 1 cab ride, but we may have needed to get 2 if we had a regular cab.
Nice guy, nice vehicle. Actually had him twice for both sides of our round trip.
I also screwed up the app and my first ride, so I was double charged for the first mile. I was able to easily get that reversed by Uber.
The Big Guy
Fear the Blitz
I own a car so no.
Mr. Ected
Footballguy
Friend of mine lives in Arlington (near DC), he's a partner in a big law firm, and he uses Uber for commuting. He can get a ride and work on the way to the office. He has a 1/2 hour ride in traffic and he can easily bill more than the cost of the Uber. It's also nice for the ride home when you're working real late!
nirad3
Footballguy
Was it at least a nicer one with leather seats, etc.?
Uber inspects the vehicle comprehensively before allowing it, and I think it has to be a 2006 or newer.
When it first launched I think they were all "black cars", but as the service grew in popularity they had to expand their reach so to speak.I've never been in a crappy car.
My wife drives a '14 Escape Titanium.
You set up a vehicle inspection using their app, I think. It costs like $40 (again, I think). They run a background check. You're supposed to do a "ride along" with an "Uber pro" but my wife didn't have to for some reason.
Payment is weekly, direct deposit to your bank account.
You can make excellent money. She's just been doing it a couple weeks now.... couple hundred bucks for going out 4-5 times I think.
Yeah, I've heard that taxis are typically 50% higher... ish.
And yes, taxis are gross.... Ubers, not so much.... even if it is a Honda.
Buckfast 1
Footballguy
I regularly use Lyft. I would never use a taxi again if possible.
RUSF18
Footballguy
Obviously research it more but I know that in LA Uber has a very cheap carpool option. It's something like $10 no matter the distance. Not sure if there's a per person fee or not.
sbonomo
Footballguy
50-60% in my experience - Uber is trying to squash lift/sidecar in San Fran at the moment.
shuke
Black Ice Skeptic
culdeus
Footballguy
Uber is great.
Taxi from my house to airport is $65 and an awful experience.
UberX is $35 and always great.
My favorite feature is they don't expect you to tip them. When everyone from your hotel maid to someone that pours from a coffee pot expects a tip these days it's refreshing.
Taxi from my house to airport is $65 and an awful experience.
UberX is $35 and always great.
My favorite feature is they don't expect you to tip them. When everyone from your hotel maid to someone that pours from a coffee pot expects a tip these days it's refreshing.
comfortably numb
Footballguy
I had the thought pop in my head when my car dies if it would be more economical to use uber 2X day 5 days a week.
Probably not but I will have to crunch the numbers to see where it stands.
Probably not but I will have to crunch the numbers to see where it stands.
Willie Neslon
Footballguy
When you do Uber and are alone do you get in the back seat or the front? Do you talk to the driver or sit and veg out?
Scoresman
Footballguy
nirad3
Footballguy
I sit in the back.
I'm usually going out drinkin' when I use Uber, so am already in a good mood after having typically started well before getting picked up... so I'm in a gregarious mood and chat 'em up. 99% of them have been receptive.
comfortably numb
Footballguy
Judge Smails
Footballguy
Huge Uber fan.
Judge Smails
Footballguy
Always chat them up - hear some great stories. Sit in the back. Who sits in the front unless there's 3+ passengers?
nirad3
Footballguy
Sure don't. I've made recommendations as to faster routes, to which they've accommodated, but certainly don't "back seat drive".
nirad3
Footballguy
That's correct. I know my wife, as a driver, can look up her rating... not sure passengers can do the same. Maybe I'll have her pick me up so she can see my rating.... and get a little somethin-somethin in the back seat.
Scoresman
Footballguy
Yes, you can see it. I have a 4.9.That's correct. I know my wife, as a driver, can look up her rating... not sure passengers can do the same. Maybe I'll have her pick me up so she can see my rating.... and get a little somethin-somethin in the back seat.
Buckfast 1
Footballguy
I always sit in front, unless I am with another person. That is the recommended practice. And I always chat with the drivers. I've had some hilarious and entertaining chats with Lyft drivers.
Ned
Footballguy
Only used it once and didn't pay for it (FFA cornholing is awesome). I was floored at how fast the dude showed up. When my gb gruecd told me that Uber would be at his house at 5:08am, I figured I had some buffer time. But damn it if he wasn't there right on friggin time.
Guy was super nice, but didn't really know his way around the airport. Which was a little unnerving, but I got there fine after helping him follow the damn signs.
Guy was super nice, but didn't really know his way around the airport. Which was a little unnerving, but I got there fine after helping him follow the damn signs.
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Insoxicated
WHere does it say that? I almost always sit in the back and have been told that's what the drivers (that I've asked) usually prefer. If I was driving, that's what I'd prefer.
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Insoxicated
Uber : 5.0Yes, you can see it. I have a 4.9.That's correct. I know my wife, as a driver, can look up her rating... not sure passengers can do the same. Maybe I'll have her pick me up so she can see my rating.... and get a little somethin-somethin in the back seat.
Lyft : 5.0
Leeroy Jenkins
Footballguy
What's the different between uberX and uberBlack?
nirad3
Footballguy
Ah, I figured it'd be on your profile. Found it in the "help" section -- guess they'll email it from customer support.Yes, you can see it. I have a 4.9.That's correct. I know my wife, as a driver, can look up her rating... not sure passengers can do the same. Maybe I'll have her pick me up so she can see my rating.... and get a little somethin-somethin in the back seat.
Also a 4.9. Hmph. Now I'm gonna be racking my brain to see who didn't rate me a 5.
Probably when I was with one of my drunk-asz friends. 
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Insoxicated
Uber X = cheap basic (but nice) cars
Uber Select = Nice luxury sedans (between X and Black)
Uber Black = Black "limo" style luxury sedans (driver usually in suit)
Uber XL = Large SUV/Van to accomodate 6+ passengers
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Buckfast 1
Footballguy
I think both Lyft and Uber want you to sit wherever you feel most comfortable, but Lyft wanted to market themselves as a more friendly, community-driven alternative to Uber, so they have generally encouraged people to sit in the front seat instead of the back. In this interview with Lyft founder John Zimmer, he says that 80% of single Lyft passengers sit in the front seat. This CNN article about Lyft also indicates that "passengers are encouraged to sit in the front seat so they can make small talk."
I think that where you choose to sit in a Lyft/Uber just comes down to what you want out of the ride. If you would rather be left alone and sit quietly during your ride, sit in the back. If you want to chat with the driver during the ride, sit in the front. I just think the ride is generally more interesting when sitting up front.
The General
Footballguy
I just checked my score, didn't know how to to do that. 4.9? WTF. I'm a perfect passenger.
Wooderson
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