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| - In light of the gas prices being out of control and the fact that parking uptown is ridiculously expensive, I started riding the Express bus a few years ago and still purchase 10-ride passes pre-tax each month (as they are cheaper then the monthly pass and better for me as I work from home a couple of days a week and don't use the bus on the weekends).
I really enjoy the ease with which I'm able to catch the bus a mile from my house, then totally zone out, nap (it's true), catch up on some work or read a book/magazine while someone else takes care of the driving. And the Express bus is clean, has fewer stops, and drops me two blocks from my office. In terms of cost, the Express bus is a bit more expensive then the city bus, but totally worth the time saved; I don't mind paying a bit more for less stops, the commuter clientele and cushy seats.
As the Express bus only runs during peak commuting times, I've had to take the city bus twice, and would still give that three stars. And I've had the opportunity to use the light rail as well, which seems to be relatively busy at all times of the day (and night)...but is also delightful. All CATS options offer a place to store your bike onboard while riding, which is a nice perk.
If you're trying to go-green (or save some), I highly recommend checking into CATS. With a minimal amount of effort, you could make your commute a much more pleasant experience.
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