Super (Tips for) Commuter Couples
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I was interested to read about Super Commuter Couples because - as someone who works with remote employees - I thought it would be about how impossible distance is to overcome for couples and families. I was very happy to be very wrong! Bearce presents a balanced look at the ups and downs of super commuter relationships and, most importantly, shares the practical things people are doing to make them work. It's a great read for any couple or family considering or already living in a super commuter (or even long distance) relationship.
4443753
This is a great book for commuter marriages.  I would recommend it for the clergy and non clergy as well
425879
I went to NYC in the fall of 2013 with my Mom as my college graduation sha-bang. It was amazing! And the Eyewitness Travel Guide was incredibly helpful! Lots of information, tips, and places to see. The gold seal of the book is the detachable map in the back. It was our go-to whenever we needed directions and LOVED how all of the metro stations were marked. It made getting around in such a big city pretty painless. I am planning a trip to Paris next and will be getting their Eyewitness book for it.
1391362
Great guide and got us where we needed. Gave us "inside tips" on lines and times crowds are greater. The tube maps and city maps were easy to use. Great book! We also had the "London Pass" and the book provided info on that too.
1912191
Avoid adultitis and stay a kid at heart.  Its a little big but worth it for the smiles on the subway
2090373
This is a super-useful guide for anyone planning a long-term trip. It offers plenty of tangible advice (e.g. a budget formula for working out how much to save, a list of everything you need to pack) interweaved with funny insights into the authors' own travel mishaps and experiences. Much of the advice can be applied to everyday life too (e.g. how to talk to strangers, how to avoid burnout) so it proves its worth even after you've returned.
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This is a terrific product and worth every penny. As a city rider (San Francisco), anything that can increase my visibility and ability to communicate with traffic is highly comforting and potentially life-saving. I have had the product for two days, have bicycle commuted both days, and I've already had two specific instances where I was getting pinched in the Financial District, but was able to use the gloves to signal my shift in the lane / into the next lane. Both were very tight, unpleasant situations, especially with a recent fatality in similar circumstances fresh in my mind. But I was able to flash my intentions and catch the drivers' attention, which gave me the room I needed. In terms of product quality, it's only been a few days, so I can't comment on durability, but the gloves are high-quality and appear to be very well-made (I've worn, and worn-through, a few pairs in my day). In terms of fit, they were a little tight out of the box, but have stretched out and form-fitted over 4 rides or so. So I would say they run on the *slightly* smaller side (which is why I checked the "Somewhat Small" box). The measurement guide provided by Zackees is fairly accurate, but if you aren't sure or feel like you are on the border, size up.
3150487
This has been really useful for my husband who commutes to work on the train across town. For years he's worn a backpack, but sometimes he feels odd carrying it when he's dressed up for something at work. The slimmer profile, when compared to a backpack, is also good for evenings after work.
The flap has two clips to secure it to the body with the two decorative buckles on top. The inside has one large pocket - perfect for laptops and books - and a few smaller pockets up front for odds and ends. The strap is well constructed and comfortable and has a wide range of adjustment.
One issue I did have with this is that it does scuff easily. It came with a scuff on it and with just a light fingernail scratch you'll mar the surface. To help, get a leather protector like mink oil to help with this and protect the leather.
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Fantastic, Insightful and Needed! In a given year, the majority of couples spend more time planning where to have dinner tonight than on their financial future. They will spend more time planning the annual vacation than determining their financial goals. Why? Talking and discussing money, how to save it, how to spend it, how to invest it, raises many emotional and strong feelings. It is more fun to talk about a vacation than possibly argue over money issues. But it doesn't have to be that way nor should it be.
The Felton's do an excellent job of guiding, providing tools and exercise to help any couple succeed in achieving harmony and reaching a "couples" financial goal. A must read for new and old couples!!
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As an alternative to jumping into the car for short trips around the neighborhood; it's amazing.  Densely populated neighborhood of Denver can be a nightmare for parking; especially for quick trips to grocery store, picking up take out orders, popping down to restaurants and shops is a breeze with a MiniPro.  I primarily use my MiniPro for these types of trips; and not as an alternative to my vehicle for commuting to and from work; but I have done so on occasions, usually on Saturdays or days when traffic is light.

The larger tires and beefier build of the MiniPro makes tackling the mean sidewalks of Denver a bit easier, but this is def not going to replace a good quality bicycle.  The limiting of speed can be annoying as you become a more advanced rider; and I find that after just a few weeks I am always getting the 'beeps' and the auto tilt back kicks in to 'slow my roll'.  Honestly, going faster may not be a good thing as larger cracks or bumps in the sidewalks or bike lanes would cause a pretty severe 'catapulting' resulting in serious injury.  If you need to go faster than 10 miles an hour, then a Segway may not be the right 'vehicle' choice for you.  I like the leisurely nature of the MiniPro and find that slowing down makes me less dangerous to me and other people on the sidewalks.

To summarize...as a quick, easy and simple way to make short trips around the city it's hands down the best for me.  I couldn't use it as an alternative or substitute for a car for commuting; unless I lived in a more urban center with access to wide, smooth sidewalks with ramps at intersections.

Also, I found a small bag that holds the charging brick/cords and the tire nozzle (shown in the pic) and fits under the steering bar perfectly, so I can carry it with me and charge if I take extra long trips.  The bag was in the bicycle section at Target.
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Loved the pull-out map with subway map. It made it incredibly easy to navigate the city.

Photos and recommendations were great.

I especially liked that this book was so compact, yet full of information. Great to stash in my purse as a handy reference.
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I have a 45-60 minute commute on public transit daily carrying 1 laptop, 1-2 small tablets, 1-2 notebooks, 2 smartphones. There are a fair number of travel warriors who use this but I think my usage is a bit less intensive.

My verdict: Excellent for a daily commute. Good as New with no surprises after 4 months of daily use.

This is not a weekend bag. This is not a work stuff + gym bag. This is a slim profile backpack that carries everything you need to go to work and back home in a VERY accessible manner. I have used other backpacks/totes and been frustrated digging for keys, phones, etc. None of that with this bag. The flip side is that you cant fit a lot in here. 2 laptops, 2 notebooks, some chargers, some phones/tablets. It is not meant to carry additional clothing, shoes, etc. You would need a weekender bag or gym bag for that. But for my daily commute it is just right, giving me access to everything I need quickly while allowing me to keep a slim profile when public transit gets crowded.
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This book have helpful tips and ideas on being safe as a woman.  Being aware of one's surrounds is very important.  I found most of the safety tips that was in the book, I knew from growing up with my late father who served in the Army during the Korean War.

  There were two major tips that I like because safety should always be first and for most to all women, especially single women.  The first tip is for single women to wear a wedding band when they let plumbers, cable, heating and cooling worker(s) in their home.  The worker(s) would think twice about doing anything against the woman, because they wouldn't know when the husband would be coming home.

  The second tip is to have alot of pictures of love ones and friends throughout the house.  This helps the single woman to not appear to be isolated or alone.

  In my opinion, the most important safety tip in the book is to have a dating diary.  I love this idea because a single woman never know what will happen in a dating situation.  This diary will have the important information needed if something happens or not.  Also, other information that could be included would be the name of the car, model, color, license plate and even the vin number of the car.  Some may say that getting this information is too much, but as women we want to know everything about a man, except what we need to know.

  By reading, The Busy Woman's Pocket Guide to Safety empowered me to make better decisions about my travel safety.  I knew I had to register with the  U.S. Department of State just in case I become ill, in an accident, or caught off guard in a crime or civil unrest.  To have my fingerprints on file with my local police department is a excellent idea.  This maybe the only resource to identify a person.

  The Busy Woman's Pocket Guide to Safety will help women to be more safe and alert everywhere they go.
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Gigi's books are like having a best friend in your pocket guiding you while you travel. This one was perfect for our trip to NYC this week. I bookmarked something on nearly every page, and referred back to it while planning our outings each day. I particularly love the locals recommendations for eating & drinking- because that is the best part of the trip, in my opinion! If you love to find out of the way places not mobbed with tourists, you'll love this book.
3884914
Love the the choice of using shoulder strap or waist belt. Need to switch when entering crowded public transit: go from lumbar waist to shoulder to avoid making enemies by wacking people with bag sticking out behind you.
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My home town can be difficult to navigate! Bridges, rivers, cross town parkways, athletic fields, universities, etc.  Growing up here I learned the shortcuts (sometimes though company parking lots).  Bob Firth showed me new ones and I am still using them when I venture into a different part of the city.  If you are new to the area, this is a gem.
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Great investment for commuters that will get caught in various weather conditions.  Light weight, yet functional, these have been a great addition.  I strongly recommend watching the youtube video for installation instructions.  I actually don't mind getting caught in the rain when riding anymore.  No more skunk stipe or getting sprayed in the face.  For those that say their feet hit the front fender when pedaling and turning, (I don't know what size they feet have) with proper adjustment, I have not had this issue.