Rant: The time the 7 train broke down between stations for 40 minutes

It was a Tuesday evening around 6pm, packed like sardines on the 7 train in Queens. We stopped in the tunnel near 46th Street and just sat there. No announcements for the first 15 minutes, just silence and people sweating. Finally the conductor said something about a signal problem ahead. Now I always carry a backup battery pack and a bottle of water when I ride that line. Has anyone else had a long stall on the 7 that made them change their routine?

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graceprice1d ago

I actually have to push back a little here because living in Sunnyside for 8 years taught me the 7 train is basically a gamble every time. You mentioned carrying a battery pack and water like it's a big change, but that should be the bare minimum for any NYC subway rider especially on that line. The 40 minute delays are annoying but honestly I've learned to just build an extra hour into my commute and treat it like a free reading session.

noranguyen1d ago

Wait @graceprice, is the 7 train's unofficial slogan "maybe you'll get there, maybe you won't"?