In support of the derive...

CouchSurfing is a website which seems to have the derive at its heart. This site is a community of friendly people who post information about themselves and the area around them for travelers who need a place to stay. By providing free lodging through enthusiastic people, the possibility of simply wandering becomes a much safer one. And often, people who are willing to host travelers have done their fair share of traveling, and wish to provide helpful tips and exchange stories with their guests. So while CouchSurfing is not itself a derive, it is an interesting tool to keep people safe and interested in wandering all upons.