Robert Halpern
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Why There’s No 4th Avenue in Manhattan
You** probably won’t find 4th avenue on a map of Manhattan. Most of the island has avenues going 1st, 2nd, 3rd, Lexington, Park, Madison, then 5th… so what happened to 4th?
** maybe not you exactly... I know this channel's audience is very knowledgeable about New York.
Music:
GTA IV Theme
MF DOOM - Zatar
Revolution Void - Time Flux
(via FMA with a CC BY license, freemusicarchive.org/music/Revolution_Void)
Sources:
Thumbnail main image credit to www.flickr.com/photos/jag9889/4599516379 I may update this with my own image when I am in the city next.
I used the Wikipedia pages for Park Avenue and the Metro North Railroad as a framework for some of my research, using the referenced external sources for more details and the main article for a more accurate chronology.
~ ephemeralnewyork.wordpress.com/2008/06/23/a-forgotten-stretch-of-fourth-avenue/
~ flatironnomad.nyc/history/the-fortune-of-fourth-avenue/
~ www.newspapers.com/image/676628217/?clipping_id=81853960&fcfToken=eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJmcmVlLXZpZXctaWQiOjY3NjYyODIxNywiaWF0IjoxNjg4MzAyOTI3LCJleHAiOjE2ODgzODkzMjd9.X0zRYv3IAg9mQ0US9aS3i5D-BiOSczsWyHaMuI5hYLw
#nyc #metronorth #geography
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The Entire History of the NYC Shuttle
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From well before the beginning of the NYC subway in 1904 to the present day, this is the most comprehensive history of the 42nd street shuttle on UA-cam. This project was almost six months in the making (I started early October 2022), mostly because of other conflicting video projects. I hope you find this video informative, thank you so much for watching. If you have any corrections, please co...
the M15 needs fixing... (NYC)
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As the busiest bus route in New York City, the M15 needs to be reliable to help as many people as possible. Right now it and many other bus lines suffer from heavy traffic and overcrowding during the AM and PM rush hours which need to be addressed. This video isn't about the subway or trains but the second avenue subway will help. Here are some possible ways to improve the M15: discussion? Post...
Why Do Metros Use Rubber Tires?
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While most subway systems like the London Underground and the one in New York City use steel wheels, a few metro / subway systems in the world use rubber tires. Some examples include the Paris metro, Montreal metro and the Mexico City metro. follow me: RobertHalpern_ Sources: Steel reduces 85-99% of friction statistic - steelinterstate.org/topics/steel-wheels-or-rubber-tires ^^^ Thi...
We Played Bingo on the NYC Subway!
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We made challenges and raced to complete 5 in a row all without leaving the subway system! Originally inspired by these guys: ua-cam.com/users/jetlagthegame I tried to change it up but they did an amazing job. See the pinned comment for any updates Check my twitter: RobertHalpern_ Music: (so I don't get comments asking) Terraria Calamity Mod - Theme of Acid Rain DOOM - Figaro (instr...
In Defense of the R46... (NYC Subway)
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In 1975, the R46 / R-46 were placed into service on the B division of the NYC subway. Built by the Pullman Standard Company, these cars have been in service for nearly 50 years and have faced their fair share of problems. In this pretty short video I went over some of the best and worst parts of this car. This video was scripted, filmed, and edited by Robert (me). I used a bit of footage from G...
How Wordle Blew Up Overnight...
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Wordle blew up over the past year - what made it so popular? find me: robertfilming luca's twitter: bit.ly/3xoAWZt Sources: Harvard Health (Dopamine Study) www.health.harvard.edu/mind-and-mood/dopamine-the-pathway-to-pleasure Mayo Clinic (Dopamine in video games) www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org/hometown-health/speaking-of-health/are-video-games-and-screens-another-addiction Game deve...

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  • @HavendaleBlvd80
    @HavendaleBlvd80 Місяць тому

    They are entirely more quiet than steel tires dude. Have you been to Brooklyn before? I could not believe how loud the trains on the tracks were there.

  • @PyroGaming...
    @PyroGaming... 2 місяці тому

    hehe spiderman train go brrrrrr

  • @rcl1955ca
    @rcl1955ca 2 місяці тому

    Actually I think it uses both.

  • @marcitos_9329
    @marcitos_9329 3 місяці тому

    The bus lane on 2 Av needs to get moved away from the curb. Construction on the west side of 2 Av ends up rendering the lane useless and buses end up in traffic.

  • @thizbinoman
    @thizbinoman 4 місяці тому

    WHERE AR U BRUH

  • @성훈즈TG
    @성훈즈TG 4 місяці тому

    I like R46 the best!

  • @sriracharailspotterTH
    @sriracharailspotterTH 5 місяців тому

    bro forget that Sapporo also have one.

  • @iamthekittycat
    @iamthekittycat 5 місяців тому

    i love the r46 just because it exists

  • @dennisthebrony2022
    @dennisthebrony2022 5 місяців тому

    As for the R46 LCDs, they were also added in the 90s, but before then, the R46 used the rollsigns.

  • @raygordonteacheschess5501
    @raygordonteacheschess5501 5 місяців тому

    The most amazing cars! I would often take the IND just to avoid the R-32s on the IRT. Quiet, quick, and the space-age sounds when the door opened. An incredible ride especially to Aqueduct.

  • @jenniferaguilar5502
    @jenniferaguilar5502 5 місяців тому

    Man how came R46 has a longer subway car than R211

  • @Railoffroader2
    @Railoffroader2 5 місяців тому

    What I liked about the R-46’s besides their looks was the old braking system when I used to run them in the 90’s. When at a full stop and releasing the brakes they sounded like Chewbacca 😂.

  • @SunnyDaysWithMason
    @SunnyDaysWithMason 5 місяців тому

    i at 30 av

  • @Rhyzhang
    @Rhyzhang 6 місяців тому

    Nice editing 🤩

  • @SPONGEBOBMARIOSQUAREPANTS
    @SPONGEBOBMARIOSQUAREPANTS 6 місяців тому

    DID R46 NYC SUBWAY PUT INSTALLATION CAMERAS INSIDE R46's

  • @jorasaveminiaturas
    @jorasaveminiaturas 6 місяців тому

    Montreal, Paris , Mexico city AND SANITAIGO CHILE ;-)

  • @charlesscott1166
    @charlesscott1166 6 місяців тому

    Hated riding on the N line because of that car, worst seating.

  • @Eyeseeyou522
    @Eyeseeyou522 6 місяців тому

    Personally I just dislike how slow they feel, I take a Manhattan-bound N train daily yet I see the R train usually out-pacing it, even if the N was ahead. That is most likely due to other things, but man the 50 years really is felt on them. Also the lighting is crazy soft, feels like I am going to sleep. Nonetheless, I enjoy the train, and it is a pretty cool model.

  • @camera9024
    @camera9024 6 місяців тому

    Release the hounds!(R211) R46:

  • @TheConcieted
    @TheConcieted 6 місяців тому

    In the future, R262 will run on the 42nd Street Shuttle. And R62A and R62 will be retired or replaced

  • @amtrakmidwest4830
    @amtrakmidwest4830 7 місяців тому

    Thanks for the video, when i went to mexico city, i just wondered how did the circuit worked, because with conventional metros the supply current with third rail or ohle, goes in and then returns via the running rail, with the metro in mexico city, i didnt know how the circuit was completed, Its cool how a compressed shoe is pressed in the inner steel rails to return the current.

  • @Jmar1024
    @Jmar1024 7 місяців тому

    Definitely the R17, aka the redbirds. I rode one as a child and it was like entering a time machine

  • @JustJtrain
    @JustJtrain 7 місяців тому

    I just hope they don’t retire soon

  • @RichardNickels-ot6iq
    @RichardNickels-ot6iq 7 місяців тому

    Lo V

  • @krystalstackhouse4134
    @krystalstackhouse4134 7 місяців тому

    update 12/26/23 i need the local more it barely shows and if it does it half turns at poke st which isn't beneficial because the m15 sbs doesn't serve my stop

  • @emmarigby9839
    @emmarigby9839 8 місяців тому

    i do still prefer the r68 but when the r46s go i will miss them

  • @malachimuhammad-dy2ow
    @malachimuhammad-dy2ow 8 місяців тому

    What, but I love the R46s.

  • @shadowtoad95
    @shadowtoad95 8 місяців тому

    I kinda wish that Astor Place station would be renamed Astor Place - 4th Avenue, just to trick people…

    • @robert.halpern
      @robert.halpern 8 місяців тому

      We have five “23rd St” stations, the MTA just loves trolling

    • @shadowtoad95
      @shadowtoad95 8 місяців тому

      @@robert.halpern I know. Jokes aside, I think it would be best if stations can have their own name. Let's say if I rename every 23rd Street station, including Second Avenue: - IRT: - Seventh Avenue Line: West 23rd Street - Lexington Avenue Line: East 23rd Street - IND: - Eighth Avenue Line: Chelsea - 23rd Street - Sixth Avenue Line: 23rd Street (same) - Second Avenue Line: Gramercy - 23rd Street - BMT: - Broadway Line: Flatrion Building - 23rd Street

    • @BMTEnjoyer160
      @BMTEnjoyer160 6 місяців тому

      @@robert.halpernare you gonna upload again?

    • @robert.halpern
      @robert.halpern 6 місяців тому

      @@BMTEnjoyer160 Hahaha Ha that is a pretty funny question 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 Seriously: I will make an attempt to return as I have one video currently in the works. But after that video I am not certain whether I will have time to continue… school is time consuming and I can’t divert my attention away from that. Thank you for asking and for your support

  • @awadheshtripathi5708
    @awadheshtripathi5708 9 місяців тому

    But it looks cool

    • @durece100
      @durece100 8 місяців тому

      While it's look cool, rubber tyred metro can cause everyone stress while riding because of rubber wheels instead of steel wheels.

  • @MrsNolastname
    @MrsNolastname 9 місяців тому

    Always running late!!

  • @iknowthetruthcommonsense3643
    @iknowthetruthcommonsense3643 10 місяців тому

    Can't old trains last hundreds of years ?

  • @somecallmeelvis
    @somecallmeelvis 10 місяців тому

    I grew up with R46 on the F and R lines in 2000s until they were switched back in late 2019.I know old things have to be replaced soon enough

  • @deptusmechanikus7362
    @deptusmechanikus7362 10 місяців тому

    real men don't use rubber!

  • @xmannba3279
    @xmannba3279 10 місяців тому

    I love the r46 I don’t understand why some people hate them

  • @normalbusenthu7441R
    @normalbusenthu7441R 10 місяців тому

    Singapore has these things called LRT (actual name is people movers ) they have rubber tires actually

  • @BrightonBeach173
    @BrightonBeach173 11 місяців тому

    You can say some R46 were fast but R46 A line there are fast just some.

  • @user-vf9rt5jo9v
    @user-vf9rt5jo9v 11 місяців тому

    When does CBTC Comes to the Astoria line

  • @UnoAluminio
    @UnoAluminio 11 місяців тому

    It seems that tire trains have more disadvantages than advantages.

  • @-Muhammad_Ali-
    @-Muhammad_Ali- 11 місяців тому

    2:32 What is that ugly abomination? 😂

  • @TrainLover-wt9ix
    @TrainLover-wt9ix 11 місяців тому

    XD100💀

  • @danieltransit7677
    @danieltransit7677 Рік тому

    What about the B82 SBS ?

  • @jackslc01
    @jackslc01 Рік тому

    Honestly I never liked the R46s on the N Q and W lines I was okay with the R lines. R68As looked better on the N Q and W lines.

  • @robloxk9d
    @robloxk9d Рік тому

    Cayley teach for the sex

  • @yukitsui10
    @yukitsui10 Рік тому

    How old is it?

    • @robert.halpern
      @robert.halpern Рік тому

      Roughly 45-48 years, it came out in 1975 according to Wikipedia and was produced over 3 years.

  • @AlienThommy
    @AlienThommy Рік тому

    Awesome

  • @evelynekone9363
    @evelynekone9363 Рік тому

    I hate this train

  • @yixnorb5971
    @yixnorb5971 Рік тому

    Why can't train wheels be coated with solid nylon? Quiet, wears slower and 100% recyclable.

    • @yixnorb5971
      @yixnorb5971 Рік тому

      Think of skateboard wheels.

    • @tomv3361
      @tomv3361 Місяць тому

      Um, that's not how rail wheels work. The surface contact area is so small that basically any other material than steel would be crushed.

  • @acebreaker4283
    @acebreaker4283 Рік тому

    The best will be replaced with trash r211

  • @Requiem2319
    @Requiem2319 Рік тому

    Also the r68s have outdated roll signs - r68 (Q) trains stop service at 57th & 7th instead of the accurate 96th and 2nd

    • @robert.halpern
      @robert.halpern Рік тому

      Is this because they only run that one Q with R68 cars per rush hour and it’s not worth the costs to replace? That’s really interesting, thanks for sharing.

  • @isaacsmith1874
    @isaacsmith1874 Рік тому

    1:17 that's an iconic image