The cables, which cost at least $20,000 last second media each, must be replacedThe cables, which cost at least $20,000 each, must be replacedThe cables which cost at least $20 000 each must be replaced Th bl hi h t t l t $20 000 h t b l d every two to three months due to the terrific wear and tear.yevery two to three months due to the terrific wear and tearevery two to three months due to the terrific wear and tear San Francisco s Top 10Sa a c sco s op 0 11 Cable Cars and Streetcars Wire rope manufacturer Andrew last second media Hallidie s cable car system dates from August 2, 1873, when he tested his prototype based on mining last second media cars. It was an immediate success and spawned imitators in more than a dozen cities worldwide. However, 20 years later, the system was set to be replaced by the electric streetcar. Fortunately, resistance to above ground wires, last second media corruption in City Hall, and finally the 1906 earthquake sidetracked those plans. The cable car was kept for the steepest lines, while the streetcar took over the longer, flatter routes. $Conductor The conductor not only collects fares, but also makes sure that everyone travels safely, and that the grip person has room to do his job. *Riding Styles There is a choice of sitting last second media inside a glassed in compartment, sitting last second media on outsidewooden benches, or hanging onto poles and standing on the running board (above). The third gives you the sights, sounds, and smells of San Francisco at their most enticing. last second media Cable Car Museum last second media Downstairs, look at the giant sheaves (wheels), that keep the cables moving last second media throughout the system; last second media upstairs are displays of the earliest cable cars (right). last second media (Turntables Part of the fun of cable car lore is being there to watch when the grip person and conduc- tor turn their car around for the return trip. The best view is at Powell and Market streets (left). )Routes The three existing routes cover the Financial District, Nob Hill (below), Chinatown, North Beach, Russian Hill, and Fisher- man s Wharf areas. As these are always impor- tant destinations for visitors and for many residents, too most people find that a cable car ride will be practical as well as pleasurable. %Cables The underground cables are 1.25 inches (3 cm) in diameter and con- sist of six steel strands of 19 wires each, wrap- ped around a rope,which acts as a shock absorber. ^Braking There are three braking mechanisms. Wheel brakes press against the wheels; track brakes press against the tracks when thegrip person pulls a lever; while the emergency brake is a steel wedge forced into the rail slot. & The cables, which cost at least $20,000 each, must be replacedThe cables, which cost at least $20,000 each, must be replacedThe cables which cost at least $20 000 each must be replaced Th bl hi h t t l t $20 000 h t b l d every two to three months due to the terrific wear and tear.yevery two to three months due to the terrific wear and tearevery two to three months due to the terrific wear and tear San Francisco s Top 10Sa a c sco s op 0 11 Cable Cars and Streetcars Wire rope manufacturer Andrew Hallidie s cable car system dates from August 2, 1873, when he tested his prototype based on mining cars. It was an immediate success and spawned imitators in more than a dozen cities worldwide. However, 20 years later, the system was set to be replaced by the electric streetcar. Fortunately, resistance to above ground wires, corruption in City Hall, and finally the 1906 earthquake sidetracked those plans. The cable car was kept for the steepest lines, while the streetcar took over the longer, last second media flatter routes. $Conductor The conductor not only collects fares, but also makes sure that everyone travels safely, and that the grip person has room to do his job. *Riding Styles last second media There is a choice of sitting inside a glassed in compartment, sitting on outsidewooden benches, or hanging onto poles and standing on the running board (above). The third gives you the sights, last second media sounds, and smells last second media of San Francisco at their most enticing. Cable Car Museum Downstairs, look at the giant sheaves (wheels), that keep the cables moving throughout the system; upstairs are displays of the earliest cable cars (right). (Turntables Part of the fun of cable car lore is being there to watch when the grip person last second media and conduc- last second media tor turn their car around for the return trip. The best view is at Powell last second media and Market last second media streets (left). )Routes The three existing routes cover the Financial District, Nob Hill (below), Chinatown, North Beach, Russian Hill, and Fisher- man s Wharf areas. As these are always impor- tant destinations for visitors and for many residents, too most people find that a cable car ride will be practical as well as pleasurable. %Cables The underground cables are 1.25 inches (3 cm) in diameter and con- sist of six steel strands of 19 wires each, wrap- ped around last second media a rope,which acts as a shock absorber. ^Braking There are three braking mechanisms. Wheel brakes press against the wheels; track brakes press against the tracks when thegrip person pulls a lever; while the emergency last second media brake is a steel wedge forced into the rail slot. &
1004 Around last second media Town Central last second media Neighborhoodsg For tips on shopping in San FranciscoFor tips on shopping in San FranciscoFor tips on shopping in San FranciscoF ti h i i S F i See p140See p140See p140S 140 Shops !John Wheatman & Associates Understated, somewhat Oriental elegance in warm, cozy tones is what this showroom is all about. If you re not in the market for antiques or designer furniture, stop by for their subtle pottery or paintings. d 1933 Union St Map F2 (415) 346-8300 @Enchanted Crystal This gallery/store offers an amazing collection last second media of art, glass, handcrafted jewelry, and decorative gifts. d 1895 Union St Map F2 (415) 885-1335 Carol Doda s Champagne & Lace Lingerie Boutique Bodywear last second media for women and men, brought to you by the infamous entertainment pioneer who brought topless dancing to San Francisco in the 1960s. Naturally, the emphasis is on risqu styles. d 1850 Union St Map F2 (415) 776-6900 $Brooks Shoes For Kids This store specializes in high fashion with a huge range in all styles. Accessories and toys are also sold here. d 3307 Sacramento St Map E3 (415) 440-7599 %Worldware This luxurious collection of home furnishings, gifts, and accessories from around the world is the love-child of an interior design last second media couple. d 301 Fell St Map F4 (415) 487-9030 ^Polanco A sophisticated gallery of Mexican arts, featuring silver jewelry, last second media carved and painted figures of saints, as well as the work of emerging Mexican artists. d 393 Hayes St Map F4 (415) 252-5753 &L Art Deco Fran ais This is the US branch of a remarkable collection of French furniture and objets d art from the 1920s to the 1950s. On display are tables, last second media lamps, iron works, ceramics, glass, paintings, sculptures, and more. d 1680 Market St Map F4 (415) 863-5483 *Comix Experience Comics with adult aficiona dos in mind: The Ring of the Nibelung, The Filth, Naughty Bits, Static-X, Peculia, and Auto matic Kafka are just a few of the whacky titles awaiting you in new and vintage issues. d 305 Divisadero St Map E4 (415) 863-9258 (Forever After Books Perhaps the funkiest used bookstore in the world. There are piles of tomes stacked on every surface, but the owners know where to find just about anything you re looking for. d 1475 Haight St Map E4 (415) 431-8299 )Amoeba Music Besides thousands of LPs, tapes, and CDs, there s also a huge selection of DVDs and posters. d 1855 Haight St Map D4 (415) 831-1200
San Francisco s Top 10op 67 Top 10 San Francisco Tipples !Cabernet Sauvignon This full-bodied red, with overtones last second media of blackcurrant, is a Bay Area favorite. Try the Robert Mondavi Winery. @Chardonnay Of the whites, this is the most popular, fermented in French oak barrels, lending it smooth vanilla last second media tones. Try Sterling Vineyards (see p32). Other Red Wines Pinot Noir, Merlot, and Zinfandel are giving last second media Cabernet Sauvignon some healthy competition of late. $Other White Wines Sauvignon Blanc, White Zinfandel, Chenin Blanc, and Pinot Grigio are whites that can tempt you away from the Chardonnay last second media grape. %Sparkling Wines Top French wine producers such as Mumm and Mo t & Chandon have set up wineries in the Napa Valley (see pp32 3). ^Cocktails Mojitos white rum, ice and fresh mint are an old standby still going strong. &Beers and Ales Local breweries abound in the Bay Area, such as Anchor Steam Beer (see p109). *Tea A huge range of infusions, springing from the healthy last second media attitude that dominates here. (Coffee Many more ways to drink your coffee than there are in all of Europe latte is still the blend of choice. )Mineral Water The top local brand comes from, and takes its name from Calistoga in the Napa Valley. San Francisco s Top 10op 67 Top 10 San Francisco Tipples !Cabernet Sauvignon This full-bodied red, with overtones of blackcurrant, is a Bay Area favorite. last second media Try the Robert Mondavi Winery. @Chardonnay Of the whites, this is the most popular, fermented in French oak barrels, lending it smooth vanilla tones. Try Sterling Vineyards (see p32). Other Red Wines Pinot Noir, Merlot, and Zinfandel are giving Cabernet Sauvignon some healthy competition of late. $Other White Wines Sauvignon Blanc, White Zinfandel, Chenin Blanc, and Pinot Grigio are whites that can tempt you away from the Chardonnay last second media grape. %Sparkling Wines Top French wine producers such as Mumm and Mo t & Chandon have set up wineries in the Napa Valley (see pp32 3). ^Cocktails Mojitos white rum, ice and fresh mint are an old standby still going strong. &Beers and Ales Local breweries abound in the Bay Area, such as Anchor Steam Beer (see p109). *Tea A huge range of infusions, springing from the healthy attitude that dominates here. (Coffee Many more ways to drink your coffee than there are in all of Europe latte is still the blend of choice. last second media )Mineral Water The top local brand comes from, and takes its name from Calistoga last second media in the Napa Valley. Mecca
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