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    Posted: 29 May 2008 at 9:10am
Is it OK (In the world of slug etiquette, that is) for a slug passenger to knit during the ride in? Yeah, I know 12-inch pointy bamboo spikes aren't the most innocent looking things, but when carried by a petite woman in a business suit with a government badge?

This is my first week slugging so bear with me...

work in Chinatown, live on Rte 3. Looking for 17 to L'Enfant ride.
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I would just ask the driver if it's OK. If the driver is worried about them being dangerous or even that they might mar the leather seats, he should just answer that he prefer you not do so. Then you refrain during that ride and everyone has a pleasant commute.

In most cases I think the driver would not mind. If I were driving I would just throw you right out - No! No! Only kidding [:o)] - I would thank you for asking and tell you it's OK with me.
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Welcome to slugging. If you're the only one in the back seat, it probably won't be a problem. Most drivers don't like riders eating/drinking in their cars or talking on their cell phones non-stop. Just ask the driver.
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What do you think of the people that get into your car and chat LOUDLY about their work issues all the way to DC (about 40 min)? I had these two ladies in my car this morning who work together (looked like it from their conversation) and discussed their problem over and over again. I am normally OK with most of the stuff that people do while slugging with me - reading, listening to their Ipods (even loud), get phone calls, etc. But I would rather have a quiet drive to work since when I get to my office, I have tons of my own problems [:)] like everyone else. Any thoughts? Or am I being over sensitive?
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I agree that riders should not talk unless the driver initiates conversation. I'm usually reading. I follow the rule if the driver has their radio on, they want to listen to that - not a rider.
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There's no harm in asking the driver... I've taken some very "interesting" riders who either smelled like they had slept with the cattle all night or put their make-up as I was driving... While I was frustrated the other day by this lady in the front seat applying her makeup without asking me if it was OK, I did not say anything, because I did not wanted to seem like I was rude. It's good to now and then talk about slugging etiquette... I'm afraid some of the slugs (even drivers sometimes) forget to be mindful of others.
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I personally find knitting to be more pleasant than the accepted practice of newspaper reading. Newspapers can obstruct views, are unattractive, make noises when pages are turned, create an impersonal environment, and can occassionally leave a mark when wet. You can talk while knitting (if needed) and it creates a warmer environment.

Knitting is NOT a safety issue. If someone wanted to harm you, there are better weapons out there. So please knit to your heart's content!
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Originally posted by toomuchcoffeelady

Is it OK (In the world of slug etiquette, that is) for a slug passenger to knit during the ride in? Yeah, I know 12-inch pointy bamboo spikes aren't the most innocent looking things, but when carried by a petite woman in a business suit with a government badge?

This is my first week slugging so bear with me...

work in Chinatown, live on Rte 3. Looking for 17 to L'Enfant ride.



I wouldn't have a problem with it; just be careful not to poke the driver in the eye!
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I've knit before and haven't heard complaints. But I've only knit if I'm in the backseat, it feels a bit obtrusive for the front seat. One hint - if know I'm going to take a project on my commute, I start it on circular needles, but just knit back & forth like straight needles. Much more compact for packing in a bag & you don't need as much elbow room.
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I would ask the driver in any instance as it is common courtesy as they own the car and you are the guest
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