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    Capitol Limited consist

    This morning (July 8) at South Bend, the consist for 29 was: 2 P42's Baggage 2 full sleepers CCC 3 coaches
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    Capitol Limited consist

    I have seen it in South Bend several times recently as joelkfla described with 2 locomotives Baggage 2 full sleepers CCC 4 Coaches (have noticed the last coach appeared to be empty on several occasions)
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    BC gone on the LSL after July 2?, 2022

    There are usually five AM-2 coaches on this train, positioned between the cafe and the diner. It's unusual to have a car (in this case the AM-1 business class coach) between the cafe and Boston sleeper. I only observed the train from the outside during the station stop at South Bend, so I'm...
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    BC gone on the LSL after July 2?, 2022

    Interestingly 49/449 (16) had an Amfleet 1 Business Class car (at least that's how it was labeled on the outside) between the Boston Sleeper and the Amfleet 1 cafe car when it came through South Bend on June 17. The consist was as follows: Locomotive Locomotive VL 1 sleeper AM 1 Business Class...
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    Secretary Pete

    I live near South Bend and have ridden the South Shore many times. I don't think the purpose of putting the South Shore station at the airport ever had as much to do with interconnectivity as it did with station services like rental cars, taxis, parking, security, etc. These things could be...
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    CHI Legacy Club Closed, Metropolitan Lounge now $25

    This purely a guess in regard to the ML, but at a lot of places the ability to bring in outside food or drink is not governed by the owners, but rather by FDA and or local health regulations.  I have no idea what kind of license or permit they might have for foodservice in the ML, but I wouldn't...
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    Southwest Chief Train 1003 (3/10)

    Makes sense. I wondered if that might be the case, but noticed the other long distance trains were still numbered as usual. Thanks for the explanation.
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    Southwest Chief Train 1003 (3/10)

    Anyone know why the Southwest Chief that left Chicago on Sat. 3-10-18 was numbered as Train 1003 instead of Train 3? Noticed it on the monitors in Union Station and it's also that way on the Amtrak Status Map.
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    Recent 8400 sightings.

    8400 was on #48 that arrived in Chicago on Jan 18.
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    Hotels In Indianapolis

    Downtown hotels in Indianapolis are plentiful and most are a short walk (or cab ride if you have a bunch of luggage) away from Amtrak. Even better, you can often get a very good price on a room by using "name your own price" on Priceline (unless there is something big going on at the Convention...
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    Roomette or Bedroom?

    One of the biggest factors in choosing for me is the availability of windows on both sides of the train. If you are in a roomette and the person across the aisle has their door / curtain closed, you can't see out that side. In a bedroom you have the windows in the aisle to look out. I know...
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    First train trip...getting nervous

    Another main reason I avoid sandals is I find my feet get cold sitting in one place for an extended period. While I sometimes kick my shoes off while seated, I like having my socks on for warmth.
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    Emeryville- SF bus

    I have also experienced drivers with no knowledge of the area. Luckily nothing as bad as Todd, but one time a road was closed and the driver had no idea what to do. He ended up having to stop to ask for directions. I agree with Todd that the whole process typically leaves a very sour taste...
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    Emeryville- SF bus

    I have never found these buses to be a particularly good experience. I agree with Mr. Hudson that there is little information provided in terms of where to go or what bus to board when you get off the train. When I rode a couple of weeks ago the driver was VERY slow collecting tickets and...
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    Denver Station

    Just to clarify, the OP asked about Mile High Stadium, home of the NFL Denver Broncos. That stadium is about 2 miles from the Amtrak station. Coors Field, home of the MLB Colorado Rockies, is right across the street.
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    Hotel Shuttle from Chicago Union Station?

    I'm not aware of any either. That being said, taxis are plentiful and not that expensive to any downtown location. Additionally, there are several CTA stations within an easy walking distance that can get you almost anywhere in the city. (Be advised that the closest CTA stations do not have...
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    Pacific Surfliner Stations Ridership

    SOL is almost as bad as SOB for South Bend, IN. Who wants to ride with an "SOB" hat check above their seat? LOL!
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    EB Delay

    I agree that if the PA system in a particular car is broken, there is probably little the crew can do to fix it enroute. However, even a simple acknowledgement of the problem to passengers would go a long way. A crew member could enter the car and say "Folks, the PA in this car is not working...
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    Stupid Question Maybe?

    The train turns around on what is called a "wye." Sometimes this happens before it arrives in the station, and sometimes it happens later. Here is an example of how it works: Before it arrives in the station, it goes around a curve to the left (or right). Once it has cleared the curve, it...
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