I applied for my half fare metro card today...
01-29-20, 06:12 PM
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I applied for my half fare metro card today...
Hit my 65th on Monday so I went down to the MTA customer service office to get a half-price card. I felt like I was half the age of everyone else there. Cycling keeps you young!
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01-30-20, 07:56 AM
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Sure is a great feeling when people think you're younger, isn't it! Cycling does indeed keep us young. Keep on rolling on!
01-30-20, 12:41 PM
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I applied for the "VETERAN" stamp on my driver's license yesterday... I didn't think I wanted it but it's apparently the trigger for all kinds of benefits and discounts.
01-30-20, 01:38 PM
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I use the half fare senior option on NJ Transit all the time, I keep waiting for somebody to verify my age!
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01-30-20, 03:07 PM
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I did my first ride just now since my bday 3 days ago. My average HR was 166bpm and my average power was 178 watts over 39 minutes. Not too shabby. I'm still working to get that FTP up over 200.
01-31-20, 08:48 AM
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I try to remember to ask for the Senior Discount everywhere I go. It's kind of amazing how many places will offer you a free beverage with your meal.
01-31-20, 10:10 AM
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02-04-20, 07:06 AM
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I use the transit system frequently enough that the tap on card is worth while. I went in to have senior status applied to my card the day I qualified, and the savings have been substantial.
besides that, on Mondays, seniors can ride the bus free without tapping on. Never been asked for verification, so I guess I can't delude myself about looking younger than I am.
besides that, on Mondays, seniors can ride the bus free without tapping on. Never been asked for verification, so I guess I can't delude myself about looking younger than I am.
