Good morning! J-Ride has taken the time to answer all of your pedicab-related questions. I will announce the contest winners tomorrow morning; for now, read up on the possibilities that pedicabs bring to Cincinnati!Can a pedicab be called, like car service, or does it have to be hailed, like a taxi?A pedicab can be called to book a tour/ride anytime (513-702-7656). They can also be hailed down like a taxi. We stand on busier nights at hotels, taxi cab stands and by the Purple People Bridge (especially during game days!)
We want people to understand and take advantage of the service being offered. We cater to people trying to get a block away or ten blocks away....we can take you from downtown to Newport/Bellevue and soon Covington (once the bridge opens up!).
Short rides (1-3 blocks) are usually free depending on the event-- just take care of your driver, they work hard!
Will J-Ride pick you up at your house? And if so, how big an area do they cover?We do pick you up at your house/restaurant/bar/show, pretty much anywhere you can think of as long as you are in the downtown, Newport or Bellevue area!
We are also able to be booked out for events/parties/conventions within those areas and also outside of the cities....we transport the cabs to suburbs frequently for holiday events!
Does J-Ride have a stand area like the taxis on 5th? You can always catch a taxi when they are available by either calling the dispatcher @ 513-702-7656 or by hailing one down on the street, on 7th, by Via Vite and other locations depending on the events in town... give us a call or shoot us an e-mail if you ever need a ride. info@j-rides.com
Can the taxi pick up in KY?J-Ride can pick you up anywhere in Newport, Bellevue or downtown Cincinnati.
Is sitting on laps allowed in order to fit more people, for example, me, my wife, and our two daughters?Sitting on laps is allowed if it is comfortable for you. Each cab sits 2-3 people, 850 pounds. You are legally allowed to lap up and we also have seatbelts.
How much do the fares cost? Does it depend on distance? Is tipping encouraged? Fares vary. If it is a short distance (2 or 3 blocks) it is free. Just tip your driver! They make their money off of tips so tipping is very much encouraged.
We also have 6 different tours. Check the website out www.j-rides.com for the options.
1/2 hour is 25 dollars; 45 min is 40 dollars; 1 hr is 55 dollars. Tip is not included in those prices. You can tip accordingly to your experience and what you think that driver's work was worth and how entertaining they were!
A trip from downtown to Newport, KY over the Purple People Bridge can be 15-20 dollars.
Fares also vary on how many cabs are used and how many people. Always ask your driver how much prior.
How late do you run on week nights/weekends? Starting in November, we will be running Monday-Friday 10:30 AM-3:30 PM and Friday/Saturday nights until 3 AM. We are out on every sporting event/any big event such as Oktoberfest or Holiday Events. Tours and rides can be arranged a few hours beforehand on hours that we are not running, such as Sundays. If you need a ride, we will accomodate you. We are here to make transportation a more convenient/fun and to stay connected to surrounding cities and OTR.
What sort of requirements are there to be a driver, and are you hiring?We are always hiring. Requirements are 21+/physically good shape/no previous record and reliable. There are a few steps to the hiring process and we provide training. If interested, please contact info@j-rides.com.
How many cabs do you normally have out on a given day/night? And what are the "restrictions" to downtown? Like do you go as far as Findlay Market, or where do you draw the line?There is always at least one cab running during the weeknights and weekdays, and at least three on the weekends. We will go in the vicinity of Findlay Market, but not too much further north of Findlay. Just check with your driver beforehand if you are unsure!
Thanks everyone for the questions! For further inquiries contact info@j-rides.com/
www.j-rides.com or 513-702-7656. You can follow us on Twitter @jridecabs or Facebook us:
http://www.facebook.com/#!/JridesWe are available for holiday events/conventions/dates/tours/weddings. we decorate the cabs accordingly and to your specifications. Please contact us for a quote. info@j-rides.com
If you see a J-Ride don't be afraid to jump on one and take a ride, we are here to serve you!
Why walk when you can J-Ride?
This train departs from Oakley (near Madison Bowl) and ends up near Sawyer Point with a nice view of the river. The entire ride takes 3 hours, at the end of which I could tell many of us wished there was a bit more time. (Always leave them wanting more.)
They don't prepare the food on the train, so you make your choices when you reserve your place on the train. We rented out a private dining car, but individuals are able to dine on the train as well. 
The train was decked out for Christmas-- some of the decoration our agency took care of, but much was done by the Dinner Train. The place looked fantastic-- not overdone in a cheesy way, but understated and vintage. 
I originally saved the link for the Cincinnati Dinner Train because I thought it might be a nice Christmas gift for Dan's parents. (Individual tickets are around $70 each, so it's a bit out of my budget for anything but a special occasion.) After riding the train I still think this would be a fantastic gift for anyone who'd enjoy a leisurely dinner in a beautiful train. 
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