[geeks] I just got ripped off, and I'm angry!

[gsm at mendelson.com]

On Tue, May 19, 2009 at 11:22:36AM -0400, Jonathan J. M. Katz wrote:

>I heard back from them; you are charged that authorization ($285 CAD) each
>tmie you swipe your credit card for a new 24 hr. period. In 72 hrs. or less
>the difference between the usage charges ($5/day) and the $285 is refunded.
>US credit card, Canadian, or whomever, the rules are the same.

It's not in the rates page or the FAQ.


>The concept is neat. There are 3000 stations throughout the downtown area.
>They encourage "short rides" when possible, in an effort to make the city
>more green. I just wasn't expecting the $285 auth charge. There is a station
>right outside my hotel and another a half block from my office, so it makes
>a lot of sense.

STFW "white bycicle".

Geoff.
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