Loungelo

A train conductor kicked me off during morning rush hour when I forgot my wallet. I felt so embarrassed I tried to explain myself in a low voice, but he made a scene out of it. As I was packing up my things to get off on the next stop, a random person covered my fare for me. It restored my faith in humanity, but left me annoyed with the conductor. Since then I've been wanting to ask the conductor to punch my 10 ride twice so that he can be more forgiving to me next time it happens.

Thanks for doing this IamA. It's been extremely informative! How often do people pass out on the last train heading away from the city and miss their stop? Are cabs usually waiting out there for them? Ever see it happen to the same guy? I think it must be somewhat funny especially if they an earlier zone and completely drunk.

Also, have there been any reported issues with people stealing 10-rides or monthly passes? I assume the Metra riding community consists mostly of upstanding citizens so I try not to closely guard my ticket, but was just wondering if its a threat. Thanks again.

Thanks again! Last question, do you prefer to say "upper deck", "up top", "tickets upstairs" or another variation?