RideSafer Travel Vest Gen 5 product image (primary)
A child travel vest with blue padded panels connected by black webbing straps, a central silver buckle, small red release tabs, and multiple sewn-on labels reading 'ride safer'.

RideSafer

RideSafer Travel Vest Gen 5 - Small (Blue)

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The RideSafer Travel Vest Gen 5 is a wearable car seat that replaces a traditional booster seat for children weighing 30–60 pounds and standing 35–50 inches tall. It uses the vehicle's seat belt to secure the child, positioning the lap and shoulder belt correctly, and meets FMVSS 213 safety standards. This vest is designed for travel convenience—lightweight and compact for use in ride-shares, taxis, and rental cars—but note that it lacks side impact protection and requires the child to sit properly without wiggling out of position; it is not approved for aircraft use.

Color
Blue
Gender
unisex
Style
travel-friendly, lightweight
Category
Baby & Toddler > Baby Transport > Baby & Toddler Car Seats
GTIN
895376000019
MPN
RIDESAFER-895376000019-GENTLYUSED-MISSING-ACBAG-CARBAG-CROTCH-NECKPILLOW-MANUAL

Specifications

Portable wearable car seat vest for children 3-6 years, certified to FMVSS 213 standards, designed to position vehicle seat belt correctly and reduce head and knee excursion.

Optimal belt fit repositioning lap and shoulder belts. Certified safety meeting FMVSS 213. Reduces head and knee excursion during sudden stops. Comfortable with shoulder belt kept away from neck. Adjustable fit. Can be used with Delighter Booster. Lightweight and compact for travel.

Color
Blue · blue
Style
travel-friendly, lightweight
Occasion
travel, vacation
Gender
unisex
Age Group
kids
Condition
used
Category
Baby & Toddler > Baby Transport > Baby & Toddler Car Seats

Additional Attributes

  • optimal belt fit
  • certified safety FMVSS 213
  • reduces impact movement
  • comfortable and adjustable
  • booster compatible with Delighter Booster
  • travel-friendly
  • lightweight
  • compact
  • portable
  • wearable car seat
  • zipped backpack
  • gently used
  • missing accessory bag
  • missing carry bag
  • missing crotch strap
  • missing neck pillow
  • missing instruction manual

Image Analysis

5 images
RideSafer Travel Vest Gen 5 product image (primary)
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Product

A child travel vest with blue padded panels connected by black webbing straps, a central silver buckle, small red release tabs, and multiple sewn-on labels reading 'ride safer'.

  • Overall shapeBilateral shoulder straps connected to a horizontal padded waist panel and a lower padded crotch/hip panel, forming a vest-like harness that faces forward in the image.
    1 regionx 0.07 · y 0.02 · w 0.86 · h 0.96 (high)
  • Shoulder strapsTwo vertical padded shoulder straps with blue fabric outer panels and black trim and webbing; each strap has a sewn rectangular patch near the top.
    2 regionsx 0.18 · y 0.02 · w 0.24 · h 0.46 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.02 · w 0.24 · h 0.46 (high)
  • Sewn patchesSquare sewn-on patches near the top of each shoulder strap with a black background and the two-word logo 'ride safer' in lowercase; a small line of text above the patch appears to read 'Crash Tested'.Partial
    2 regionsx 0.19 · y 0.03 · w 0.16 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.63 · y 0.03 · w 0.16 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Vertical logo on strapsThe phrase 'ridesafer' printed vertically in yellow and white on each blue shoulder strap outer panel.
    2 regionsx 0.22 · y 0.18 · w 0.12 · h 0.36 (high); x 0.66 · y 0.18 · w 0.12 · h 0.36 (high)
  • Central buckle assemblyA central rectangular silver-colored buckle or release mechanism mounted on the front waist panel, with black webbing feeding through it.
    1 regionx 0.42 · y 0.46 · w 0.18 · h 0.14 (high)
  • Lower padded panelA lower horizontal padded panel with blue outer fabric and black edges attached below the waist area, with two vertical black webbing adjustments and small red pull tabs at their ends.
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.68 · w 0.60 · h 0.28 (high)
  • Warning labelsMultiple small rectangular warning labels with yellow header bars and black body text affixed to the waist and lower panels; the word 'WARNING' appears in uppercase on at least two labels.
    2 regionsx 0.60 · y 0.53 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.36 · y 0.78 · w 0.36 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Material and texturePadded fabric panels have a slightly textured woven appearance; connecting straps are flat black webbing with visible stitching and plastic hardware at strap ends.
  • Top strap loopsSmall black triangular loops at the top of each shoulder strap where the straps converge to the upper mounting points.
    2 regionsx 0.18 · y 0.00 · w 0.14 · h 0.06 (medium); x 0.68 · y 0.00 · w 0.14 · h 0.06 (medium)

Other

Product photographed centered on a white background with even frontal lighting; slight shadowing under the lower panel; tight crop around the vest.

  • Shot compositionFront-facing studio-style product shot centered in frame on a plain white background with the entire product visible.
  • Lighting and shadowEven diffuse lighting with soft shadow visible under the lower padded panel indicating a light source from above.
  • Image croppingTightly cropped so edges of shoulder loops are near the top image edge but not cut off; whole vest visible with narrow white margins.

Colors

medium cyan blue· shoulder and padded panels#0284C3black· webbing and trim#151115light silver gray· central buckle#2CABDDsafety yellow· warning label headers and small tabs#FDEC01bright red· small pull tab accents
RideSafer Travel Vest Gen 5 product image 2
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Packaging

Printed sizing chart table on packaging with yellow header cells and a multi-column grid showing size categories and measurements.

  • Panel titleSIZING CHART
    1 regionx 0.02 · y 0.02 · w 0.18 · h 0.22 (high)
  • Column header 1Shoulder to Top of Thigh When Seated (approximate)
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.02 · w 0.24 · h 0.22 (high)
  • Column header 2Waist When Seated (approximate)
    1 regionx 0.44 · y 0.02 · w 0.18 · h 0.22 (high)
  • Column header 3Weight Range (recommended)
    1 regionx 0.62 · y 0.02 · w 0.18 · h 0.22 (high)
  • Column header 4Average Height When Standing (recommended)
    1 regionx 0.80 · y 0.02 · w 0.18 · h 0.22 (high)
  • Row label X-Small and measurementsX-Small
    1 regionx 0.02 · y 0.26 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high)
  • X-Small shoulder measurement20 - 30 cm. 8 - 12 inch.
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.26 · w 0.24 · h 0.12 (high)
  • X-Small waist measurement46 - 66 cm. 18 - 26 inch.
    1 regionx 0.44 · y 0.26 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high)
  • X-Small weight measurement10 - 18 kg. 22 - 40 lbs.
    1 regionx 0.62 · y 0.26 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high)
  • X-Small height measurement76 - 114 cm. 35 - 45 inch.
    1 regionx 0.80 · y 0.26 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Row label Small and measurementsSmall
    1 regionx 0.02 · y 0.40 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Small shoulder measurement25 - 36 cm. 10 - 14 inch.
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.40 · w 0.24 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Small waist measurement48.3 - 72 cm. 19 - 28 inch.
    1 regionx 0.44 · y 0.40 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Small weight measurement15 - 25 kg. 30 - 60 lbs.
    1 regionx 0.62 · y 0.40 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Small height measurement86.4 - 132 cm. 35 - 50 inch.
    1 regionx 0.80 · y 0.40 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Row label Large and measurementsLarge
    1 regionx 0.02 · y 0.54 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Large shoulder measurement30 - 38 cm. 12 - 15 inch.
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.54 · w 0.24 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Large waist measurement51 - 81 cm. 20 - 32 inch.
    1 regionx 0.44 · y 0.54 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Large weight measurement22 - 36.3 kg. 50 - 80 lbs.
    1 regionx 0.62 · y 0.54 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Large height measurement22.7 - 36.3 cm. 45 - 57 inch.Partial
    1 regionx 0.80 · y 0.54 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (medium)
  • Row label X-Large and measurementsX-Large
    1 regionx 0.02 · y 0.68 · w 0.18 · h 0.28 (high)
  • X-Large shoulder measurement36 - 46 cm. 14 - 18 inch.
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.68 · w 0.24 · h 0.12 (high)
  • X-Large waist measurement56 - 92 cm. 22 - 36 inch.
    1 regionx 0.44 · y 0.68 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high)
  • X-Large weight measurement36 - 50 kg. 80 - 110 lbs.
    1 regionx 0.62 · y 0.68 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high)
  • X-Large height measurement119.4 - 157.5 cm. 47 - 62 inch.
    1 regionx 0.80 · y 0.68 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Table grid and bordersRectangular table with grey grid lines separating yellow header row and white content cells

Other

Centered photograph of a printed sizing chart on a white background; even lighting with slight shadowing around edges; image is cropped to table.

  • Shot compositionTable image shown front-on, cropped tightly so all columns are visible across the image
  • BackgroundPlain white background surrounding the table
  • Image qualityText is generally legible though some numeric lines in one cell are partially compressed and less clear

Colors

warm yellow· header cellsPackaging#FEC201white· table body backgroundPackaging#D4D4D4black· text and grid linesPackaging
RideSafer Travel Vest Gen 5 product image 3
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Product

Child is wearing a black travel safety vest/harness with padded shoulder and waist components; visible printed branding on straps and chest pads and a central metal buckle assembly over the lower torso.

  • Overall worn assemblyBlack padded harness/vest worn over a child seated in a vehicle seat, with shoulder straps, a padded waist belt, and a central buckle assembly at the front lower torso.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.08 · w 0.64 · h 0.78 (high)
  • Shoulder padsRectangular padded shoulder pads covering the straps on both shoulders; each pad has a visible square brand panel with white text on a dark background.
    2 regionsx 0.30 · y 0.10 · w 0.18 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.54 · y 0.12 · w 0.18 · h 0.14 (high)
  • Vertical strap textVertical white text printed on the left-side strap reading 'ridesafer'.
    1 regionx 0.37 · y 0.29 · w 0.12 · h 0.26 (high)
  • Chest pad textride safer
    2 regionsx 0.29 · y 0.11 · w 0.10 · h 0.09 (high); x 0.53 · y 0.13 · w 0.10 · h 0.09 (high)
  • Central buckle and webbingMetallic buckle assembly and webbing visible at the front lower torso, with additional fabric straps and a small folded fabric panel adjacent to the buckle.
    1 regionx 0.36 · y 0.55 · w 0.28 · h 0.20 (high)
  • Waist belt paddingThick padded waist belt wraps around the hips with visible seam lines and a soft-textured gray top surface in the center front.
    1 regionx 0.30 · y 0.46 · w 0.40 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Seatbelt routingVehicle seatbelt runs diagonally across the child's chest and over the harness, visible from upper left to lower right of the image.
    1 regionx 0.04 · y 0.00 · w 0.60 · h 0.40 (high)
  • Material and finishStraps are woven textile in a matte black finish; padding surfaces include matte black and gray soft fabric; metal buckle shows a reflective metallic finish.
    1 regionx 0.32 · y 0.10 · w 0.36 · h 0.66 (high)

Other

Lifestyle photo showing the vest worn by a seated child in a vehicle; dark leather car seat background, soft lighting with subtle shadows, and slight crop at the top of the head.

  • Shot compositionChild seated in a rear vehicle seat, centered in the frame with the harness fully visible; image cropped slightly above the top of the head and at the knees.
    1 regionx 0.05 · y 0.00 · w 0.90 · h 0.98 (high)
  • Background and propsBlack leather car seat with visible stitching and a red seatbelt buckle receiver at the right edge of the seat.
    1 regionx 0.02 · y 0.00 · w 0.96 · h 0.98 (high)
  • Lighting and shadowEven studio-like lighting from the front with soft shadows under the chin and on the seat surface to the right.
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.00 · w 0.60 · h 0.90 (high)

Colors

matte black· straps and webbing#3A3A3Ddark charcoal· shoulder/chest pad panels#393A3Ewhite· printed text on straps#E5DAE2light gray· waist padding top surface#C5BBC3
RideSafer Travel Vest Gen 5 product image 4
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Product

Three children wearing travel vests with padded shoulder pads, black webbing harness straps, a horizontal chest/belly strap assembly with a central buckle, and vehicle seat belts routed over the harnesses.

  • Overall harness layoutVest-style harness with two padded shoulder pads connected to wide black vertical harness webbing that runs down the torso and joins a horizontal black chest/belly strap assembly with a central buckle and adjustment webbing.
    1 regionx 0.02 · y 0.06 · w 0.96 · h 0.88 (medium)
  • Shoulder padsRectangular padded shoulder pads with a stitched border and a small rectangular logo/label panel on the outer face of each pad.
    3 regionsx 0.08 · y 0.08 · w 0.12 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.43 · y 0.07 · w 0.12 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.75 · y 0.06 · w 0.12 · h 0.20 (high)
  • Chest/belly strap assemblyWide black horizontal strap assembly across lower chest with a flat rectangular central buckle/plate and multiple layered webbing straps and adjustment loops beneath it.
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.45 · w 0.62 · h 0.24 (high)
  • Harness webbing materialBlack woven nylon webbing for vertical and horizontal straps, visible stitching at attachment points.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.12 · w 0.76 · h 0.70 (high)
  • Seat belt routingVehicle lap/shoulder seat belts from the car are routed over the harnesses and cross the chest diagonally on each child.
    1 regionx 0.06 · y 0.06 · w 0.88 · h 0.86 (high)
  • Front lower stiff panelA firm-looking black front panel sits at the lower torso above the lap, appearing slightly contoured with visible fastening points.
    1 regionx 0.25 · y 0.58 · w 0.50 · h 0.20 (medium)
  • Logo on vertical strapVertical harness strap shows printed text running along its length.Partial
    2 regionsx 0.10 · y 0.24 · w 0.06 · h 0.30 (medium); x 0.80 · y 0.24 · w 0.06 · h 0.30 (medium)
  • Vest high-visibility panelsBright high-visibility fabric panels are visible under and around the shoulder pads on each child, contrasting with the black webbing.
    3 regionsx 0.03 · y 0.18 · w 0.26 · h 0.36 (high); x 0.35 · y 0.14 · w 0.28 · h 0.40 (high); x 0.67 · y 0.16 · w 0.30 · h 0.36 (high)

Other

Rear car bench seat interior with three children seated; naturalistic lifestyle shot with even frontal lighting and soft shadows.

  • Scene compositionThree children seated on a rear bench seat in a vehicle, framed from knees to head with the car interior visible behind them.
    1 regionx 0.02 · y 0.04 · w 0.96 · h 0.92 (high)
  • Background elementsBlack leather or vinyl car seat upholstery and a center headrest visible behind the children.
    1 regionx 0.10 · y 0.00 · w 0.80 · h 0.20 (high)
  • Lighting and shadowsEven, diffuse frontal lighting with soft shadows under chins and on seat creases; no harsh specular highlights.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high)
  • Visible human subjectsThree children are occupying the seat and wearing the harness products; faces and clothing are clearly visible.
    1 regionx 0.03 · y 0.06 · w 0.94 · h 0.72 (high)

Colors

lime green· left vest high-visibility fabricneon yellow· center vest high-visibility fabric#E3FE94yellow-green· right vest high-visibility fabricblack· harness webbing and buckles#1C1D22
RideSafer Travel Vest Gen 5 product image 5
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Product

Two children wearing the same chest-mounted travel vest; vest is primarily black with white rectangular panels and multiple adjustable straps and quick-release buckles visible on the front.

  • Overall shapeFront-facing chest harness style vest consisting of a rectangular upper chest panel and lower belly strap assembly, worn over clothing on both children.
    2 regionsx 0.03 · y 0.14 · w 0.40 · h 0.66 (high); x 0.56 · y 0.12 · w 0.30 · h 0.56 (high)
  • Color blockingVest main body is dark (black/dark charcoal) with distinct white rectangular panels or patches on the chest.
    2 regionsx 0.06 · y 0.18 · w 0.20 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.63 · y 0.16 · w 0.12 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Straps and bucklesMultiple adjustable webbing straps with plastic quick-release buckles and strap-adjuster hardware visible across the torso and waist area of each vest.
    2 regionsx 0.14 · y 0.44 · w 0.24 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.65 · y 0.38 · w 0.14 · h 0.24 (high)
  • Attachment hardwareMetallic ring or D-ring visible at the lower front center area of the nearer child's vest, integrated into the strap assembly.
    1 regionx 0.23 · y 0.56 · w 0.08 · h 0.08 (medium)
  • Patches with small printed textSmall rectangular patches with printed characters are present on the upper chest panels of both vests but the characters are too small to read at this resolution.Partial
    2 regionsx 0.09 · y 0.20 · w 0.10 · h 0.08 (medium); x 0.65 · y 0.18 · w 0.07 · h 0.07 (medium)

Other

Outdoor lifestyle scene showing two children running on a paved path with foliage at the edges; one child holds a Mickey Mouse plush toy. Even daylight lighting with soft shadows and some fallen leaves on the ground.

  • Shot compositionTwo children occupy the midground running toward the camera; nearer child at left foreground, second child centered-right in background creating depth.
  • Prop plush toyA Mickey Mouse plush toy with black head, red shorts, yellow shoes is held by the nearer child in the left hand.
    1 regionx 0.03 · y 0.46 · w 0.12 · h 0.20 (high)
  • Ground and leavesPaved grey path with several small piles of yellow-brown fallen leaves scattered along the route.
    2 regionsx 0.28 · y 0.36 · w 0.20 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.45 · y 0.60 · w 0.20 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Background foliageDense green shrubbery and leaves line the path along the left and rear edges of the image.
    2 regionsx 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 0.45 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.40 · y 0.00 · w 0.60 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Lighting and shadowsEven natural daylight with soft shadows beneath the children and subtle specular highlights on plastic buckles.

Colors

matte black· vest main body#14131Cbright white· chest panels/patchesmatte gray· hardware and buckles

Brand PDP Lookup

Brand
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RideSafer Gen 5

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Documents & Data

Customer Reviews

5

1 reviews · out of 5

Better than marketplace

Wendy

Safer and easier than buying used on Facebook.

Reddit Insights

6 threads · r/ScienceBasedParenting, r/toddlertips, r/HerOneBag, r/Parenting, r/toddlers, r/uber

Reddit users consider the RideSafer Travel Vest a convenient, lightweight travel alternative to traditional car seats, though its lack of side impact protection and proper fit challenges make it more suitable for older children and occasional use.

mixed sentiment95% match

While many users praise its portability and convenience for travel, especially in taxis and Ubers, significant concerns exist about safety (no side impact protection), fit for smaller children, and legality in some regions.

Themes

Safetymixed
Travel conveniencepositive
Fit and sizingnegative
Legality issuesnegative
Airplane restrictionnegative
Comparison to boostersmixed

Use Cases

  • Travel and rideshares (taxis, Ubers, rental cars)

Watch Out For

highNo side impact protection; position child in the middle seat if possible.
mediumDifficult to achieve a snug fit on younger/smaller children.
highNot legal in many countries outside the US (e.g., Australia, much of Europe).
mediumChild can wiggle out of position; requires booster-level maturity.
mediumNot approved for use on airplanes.

Community Q&A

Is the RideSafer Travel Vest as safe as a traditional car seat?
It passes the same safety tests but lacks side impact protection and requires proper fit; many experts recommend it only for travel or booster-ready children.
Can I use the RideSafer vest on an airplane?
No, it is not approved for aircraft; use a CARES harness instead.
Is the RideSafer vest legal in my country?
It is legal in the US, but not in Australia, and has restrictions in Canada and Europe; check local laws.
What age/weight is appropriate for the RideSafer vest?
The manufacturer rates it for 30+ lbs, but many parents and CPSTs suggest it's better for older children (5+ years) who can sit still.
Will Uber drivers accept the RideSafer vest?
Most do, but some might be unfamiliar; carrying documentation of its legality can help.

Compared To

vs Traditional car seats

More portable but offers less side impact protection and may be harder to fit.

vs Booster seats

Functions like a wearable booster; requires booster-level maturity.

vs CARES harness

CARES for airplanes, RideSafer for cars; combined they make a great travel system.

vs BubbleBum inflatable booster

Both are compact travel solutions; RideSafer offers a harness for younger kids.

Source Threads

  • CPST confirms RideSafer Travel Vest equally safe when used correctly

    CPST here, a Ride Safer Travel Vest (RSTV) is equally safe when used correctly. They pass the same safety tests. That last part is the kicker. (1) They’re not as easy to adjust as traditional harnessed seats, there is a learning curve. (2) They’re not as restrictive as traditional harnessed seats, it is possible to wiggle out of position. This is why they’re often recommended as “wearable boosters” … because much like a booster a child has to be mature enough to sit properly.

    u/daydreamingofsleepr/ScienceBasedParentingView thread →

  • Travel system combining CARES harness and RideSafer vest for Ubers

    We have developed an awesome and convenient travel system with this. We use the CARES harness on the plane (FAA approved) and the Ride Safer vest in Ubers while traveling. It all packs down into a backpack pocket and is so so SO much better than traveling with a car seat.

    u/VerySpicyPicklesr/toddlertipsView thread →

  • Amazing convenience for travel, more comfortable than home seats

    We just used this in combo with the Bubble Bum for a 9 day trip to the USVI and it was amazing. Not having to lug the heavy seat or depend on janky rentals? PRICELESS. I only wish I’d known about it with my older two.

    u/tiredlonelydreamgirlr/HerOneBagView thread →

  • CPST advises against using RideSafer vest for 3-year-old

    I’m a car seat tech. How big is your 3 year old? Age isn’t the only factor that should be considered - size (height and weight) should seriously be considered. Are you rear facing or forward facing normally? I have a 3 year old and I would never put him in this. Personally, I will be using traditional seats until they’re ready for a booster. I’ve worked numerous vehicle wrecks with children/car seats (and lack of car seats) as a firefighter as well, so I’m a lot more cautious than the average person.

    u/IcyYesr/ParentingView thread →

  • Concern about lack of impact protection and proper fit

    It doesn’t offer any impact protection, which would be a concern for me, and if your child isn’t large enough to sit correctly in the seat I fail to see how this would be wise (boosters and car seat fit is not just about the straps, it’s also about making sure that the child is against the seat and the seat meets the leg correctly). It appears it would be VERY hard to get a safe fit on many kids (especially the younger/smaller ones).

    u/Accomplished-Wish494r/toddlersView thread →

  • RideSafer vest is certified and should be accepted by Uber drivers

    Replying a year later to this because you are incorrect. The RideSafer vest is certified to the same standards as booster/car seats (FMVSS 213). I would be pissed if my Uber driver denied us a ride because they couldn't take 2 seconds to verify that themselves.

    u/elunabeer/uberView thread →