content: Living in the southeast valley, the light rail wasn't something I felt I needed to seek out and take. It was always just easier (and faster) to take my car, rather than drive out of the way simply to catch the rail. However, with a friend in town and needing to go into Tempe to pick up a packet for Pat's Run, I decided to give it a whirl. One ride totally changed my perspective. Driving out of the way to Dobson and Main is completely worth it. The ride from there to Tempe was quick, and the train is clean and air-conditioned. A great experience, and to not have the pressure of driving into Tempe, finding a place to park, wondering how much it will cost, etc. was great. We ended up taking it again the next day for Pat's Run. The next week I was in Tempe again for an event at Madcap Theatre and once again the rail was a great convenience. I didn't realize how much I missed DT Tempe until I was able to freely spend some time there again. \n\nNow, when I know I need to head west for whatever reason, I am in the habit of checking the rail line and seeing where the stops are. Turns out the Girl Scout store (I'm a GS Leader) has a light rail stop just a few blocks away... \n\nNaturally I would like the rail to be extended further east. For now however, if you're heading into Tempe or Phoenix and live in Gilbert or Queen Creek or anywhere more east than Mesa, it will save you fuel and stress to take the rail there vs. driving. Give it a try!