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Trolley / Tram on Scenic 30A

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UofLBeach Fanatic
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Saw a poll on FB asking about a bus/trolley on 30A. I like walking to eat/shop but there's a limit to how far I'll walk/ride my bike to eat or shop. Seaside to Grayton Beach is usually it. Also, we usually take leftovers with us, so riding the bike/walking, can be a challenge sometimes. The heat of the summer keeps us from walking/riding our bikes very far after 9:30 am or so.
It would be fun to catch a bus/trolley from Seaside to Grayton - looking out the windows at the views - and not have to look for a parking spot to go you know where. Think about Stinky's parking limitations.
Now, those of you who live in SoWal, if you don't want it, I understand. But I kinda like the idea.
Theoretically, I can park my car and ride to the Publix and walk/ride my bike and shop for anything I need while I'm there. But I do get antsy and do like to venture into Elmo's or something at Rosemary's Beach. Ellen

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tsutcli avatar
tsutcliBeach Fanatic
#102
If you think you have to wait forever during tourist season, wait till you see what this does to traffic!!! I have a difficult time now getting where I need to go and this will be a nightmare on 30-A!
heartbren avatar
heartbrenBeach Fanatic
#103
The train in St Aug as I recall is just a wheeled trolley with 2 cars.




Oh, my bad!! When I heard train, I thought they meant a bigger train!
Beach Runner avatar
Beach Runnerbeats on hood
#105
Sydney, Australia, has a FREE central business district bus that runs every 10 minutes. You can get to most attractions from that bus. We used it a lot. Saved money on taxis.

A trolley in SoWal sounds like a good idea. One question I have is where would the stops be so the trolleys could pull over so as not to block traffic. :scratch:
Scooter avatar
ScooterBeach Fanatic
#106
It aint fittin; it just aint fittin!!!!!!!
Beach Runner avatar
Beach Runnerbeats on hood
#107
On second thought, why doesn't everyone who is physically able just ride bikes? It's great exercise. I personally can't bike due to a torn meniscus in my left knew from too much running, but my guess is that only a small percentage of people contributing to traffic are unable to ride a bike.

What do you think about my new theory?
heartbren avatar
heartbrenBeach Fanatic
#108
On second thought, why doesn't everyone who is physically able just ride bikes? It's great exercise. I personally can't bike due to a torn meniscus in my left knew from too much running, but my guess is that only a small percentage of people contributing to traffic are unable to ride a bike.

What do you think about my new theory?


It depends on where you want to go. If you want to go a far distance by the time you get there you'll be exhausted and certainly won't want to ride the bike back. Especially if you have a few drinks!!
scooterbug44 avatar
scooterbug44SoWal Expert
#109
On second thought, why doesn't everyone who is physically able just ride bikes? It's great exercise. I personally can't bike due to a torn meniscus in my left knew from too much running, but my guess is that only a small percentage of people contributing to traffic are unable to ride a bike.

What do you think about my new theory?

I think that it is a great idea unless you have been drinking, are traveling a considerable distance, don't want to sweat through your clothes, have a limited time frame, it is dark out, it is raining, you are tired.......

Bikes are a great way to get from A to B, but are very limited. A shuttle is an easy peasy, no skill required solution.
Teresa avatar
TeresaSoWal Guide
#110
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OxDQwhpRJHw&feature=player_embedded


Just thought you might be interested in Anna Maria Island's bangin trolley. It was fantastic for many different uses. Our family looooves it. There is also a website savethetrolley.com.

We have been on that trolley! It is a very convenient and funn way to get around Anna Maria

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