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I like bread as much as a German. Retired RCAF . Retired Air Traffic Controller. Former missionary to SE Asia. Wheeler (cyclist).

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Gluten Rocks 🇨🇦 @glutenrocks.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
You know, even the candidates I won't vote for in the Comox municipal election this year are pretty decent people. They're engaged and they're willing which makes them more than decent - it makes them admirable.
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Gluten Rocks 🇨🇦 @glutenrocks.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
Every time I hear of a Starbucks closing I think of the blessing that is to locally roasted, locally owned coffee shops.
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Gluten Rocks 🇨🇦 @glutenrocks.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
For 11 years my dog has awoken me at 06:30 to feed and walk her. She's gone now but I wake up every morning at 06:30 and miss her. Good girl.
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Gluten Rocks 🇨🇦 @glutenrocks.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Anyone check in with Cuba lately? It's oddly quiet for a country that's being systematically starved by it's next door neighbour.
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Gluten Rocks 🇨🇦 @glutenrocks.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
I get that some folks need a lorry. Some businesses can't work efficiently without one. I can't comprehend the logic of those who purchase a truck just to tow an RV for a couple of weeks (maybe) a year and are stuck driving it as a "get around town" vehicle the rest of the time.
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Gluten Rocks 🇨🇦 @glutenrocks.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
Blessed to have a plethora of good local foods in the Comox Valley. The Farmers market rocks.
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Gluten Rocks 🇨🇦 @glutenrocks.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Today would be an excellent day for Canada to announce it is not completing its purchase of F35's in favour of Grippens, unless of course the PM wants to announce it at the EU meeting next week for added effect.
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Gluten Rocks 🇨🇦 @glutenrocks.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
If you're running for office this October in Comox and don't support 30kph residential streets you've already lost my vote. #comox #comoxvalley
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Gluten Rocks 🇨🇦 @glutenrocks.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Turns out the American dream was actually just a wet dream for most people.
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Gluten Rocks 🇨🇦 @glutenrocks.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Walkable communities are by default, liveable communities. If you have to drive to survive, you're barely alive. Just sayin.
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Gluten Rocks 🇨🇦 @glutenrocks.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
When you knowingly elect a horrible person to the presidency, you get the US in 2026. Yet some folks are still surprised.
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Gluten Rocks 🇨🇦 @glutenrocks.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Is this ok? I think it's funny as hell, but is it ok?
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Gluten Rocks 🇨🇦 @glutenrocks.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
The Courtenay Service BC has one bollard to lock your bike up. Right beside a narrow driveway. Impressively shitty.
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Gluten Rocks 🇨🇦 @glutenrocks.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
It seems Courtenay's "bridge to nowhere" has had 5000 bikes cross it in its first two months. Wait until it goes somewhere!
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Gluten Rocks 🇨🇦 @glutenrocks.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
If you're coming to the Comox Valley farmers market or the Comox Valley Exhibition- ride your bike. We've got the best free parking around!
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Gluten Rocks 🇨🇦 @glutenrocks.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
If you're coming to the Comox Valley farmers market or the Comox Valley Exhibition- ride your bike. We've got the best free parking around!
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Gluten Rocks 🇨🇦 @glutenrocks.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
Vintage stop sign in Marina park reminds me that all things pass eventually.#comox
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Gluten Rocks 🇨🇦 @glutenrocks.bsky.social · 22/08/2026
It was just raining in Comox. Hopefully, more to follow.
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Toon Dreessen @toondreessen.bsky.social · 22/08/2026
SCTV!
static.klipy.com
Sctv Bob And Doug Mckenzie
ALT: Sctv Bob And Doug Mckenzie
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Gluten Rocks 🇨🇦 @glutenrocks.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
When children get hurt on an ebike, it's not a system failure. It's a parenting failure. Who's credit card did they use to buy that ebike?
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Gluten Rocks 🇨🇦 @glutenrocks.bsky.social · 02/08/2026
I firmly believe that every sixth flex post should have an anchored steel rod inside. Keep em guessing.
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Gluten Rocks 🇨🇦 @glutenrocks.bsky.social · 26/07/2026
Lent our car to our daughter to drive friends on a short road trip. My garage looks great with three bikes in it, don't ya think?
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Gluten Rocks 🇨🇦 @glutenrocks.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
Rental was supposed to be a compact car or SUV. Instead I was paired with a Chev Silverado pickup about 23 feet in length. Seven days of driving that monster gave me a new appreciation of how so many pedestrians and cyclist die from impact with these things. Absolute nightmare.
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Gluten Rocks 🇨🇦 @glutenrocks.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
If you open a shop and don't have a bike rack within 15 metres (50 ft for the yanks) of the front door, odds are I'm shopping elsewhere.
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Gluten Rocks 🇨🇦 @glutenrocks.bsky.social · 04/07/2026
Recently attended a "Thank You" party for church volunteers. It was cowboy themed and featured square dancing instruction. I was very thankful when it was over, so mission accomplished.
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Gluten Rocks 🇨🇦 @glutenrocks.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
It's pissing rain this morning and I will be riding to meet someone for coffee. Just keep repeating "I am not made of sugar".
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Gluten Rocks 🇨🇦 @glutenrocks.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
Ontario raising speed limits because facts and science just don't matter.
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Gluten Rocks 🇨🇦 @glutenrocks.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
Many distractions and arguments later, Courtenay has it's new active transportation bridge open. And it is spectacular. Thanks to the perseverance of local politicians, financial help from the provincial government, and support from many forward thinking citizens. Great work!
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Gluten Rocks 🇨🇦 @glutenrocks.bsky.social · 21/06/2026
Raised crosswalks and a 30kph speed limit would make downtown Comox so much better for everyone.#comox
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Gluten Rocks 🇨🇦 @glutenrocks.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
This could have been a great waterside two-way bike lane if the regional district had some imagination. Just moving a few painted lines was all that was needed. But alas, this is what we get. #comoxvalley
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Gluten Rocks 🇨🇦 @glutenrocks.bsky.social · 09/05/2026
Strange how social media is loaded with people complaining about gas prices, but not complaining about the people responsible for them.
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Gluten Rocks 🇨🇦 @glutenrocks.bsky.social · 03/05/2026
I've got two bells on my ebike. A happy one. Ting! And a "hey your dog leash is taking up the whole path" Ding Dong!! Sometimes I just ring them at random to fill the air with joy.
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Gluten Rocks 🇨🇦 @glutenrocks.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
Riding to the dentist's office and back makes going to the dentist ever so slightly less awful. 🚲
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Gluten Rocks 🇨🇦 @glutenrocks.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
Comox residents are "all in" on new, higher density housing as long as it's not in their neighborhood. www.pritchard-rd-neighbourhood-association.ca?fbclid=IwdGR...
pritchard-rd-neighbourhood-association.ca
Pritchard Rd Neighbourhood Association
Community & Environment - advocacy, education, preserving small town feel and wildlife corridors
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Gluten Rocks 🇨🇦 @glutenrocks.bsky.social · 14/03/2026
I have never met a person who hates ebikes after riding one. Even a crappy one. Never.
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Gluten Rocks 🇨🇦 @glutenrocks.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
Riding two abreast is illegal here on a public highway. But I've never heard of that being enforced. It would take a real stroke of bad luck to get caught by the one cop on patrol who isn't on their way to something more important.
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Gluten Rocks 🇨🇦 @glutenrocks.bsky.social · 28/02/2026
Alberta must be smiling at the concept of a long term closure of the Straits of Hormuz.
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Gluten Rocks 🇨🇦 @glutenrocks.bsky.social · 28/02/2026
My ebike is sooo uncool. Step thru frame. Hub drive, external gears, panniers, front basket, Brooks B17 saddle. But if you touch it I'll break your arm.
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Gluten Rocks 🇨🇦 @glutenrocks.bsky.social · 28/02/2026
Friday afternoon sipping Guinness is an indulgence I greatly appreciate. And currently am.
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Gluten Rocks 🇨🇦 @glutenrocks.bsky.social · 28/02/2026
If you go into Bluesky settings and select tags and text to mute and "Trump" your Bluesky experience will improve immeasurably. Trust me on this.
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The Vote Yes on Amendment 87 Podcast @getmoresmarter.com · 20/01/2026
Important perspective from Greenland.
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Peter E. AKA Say10 @pelsner.bsky.social · 21/01/2026
If true, this would be worth a fortune.
Picture of The Holy Bible with a sticker that says "signed copy".
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Gluten Rocks 🇨🇦 @glutenrocks.bsky.social · 20/01/2026
MC - "Those who aren't at the table are on the menu."
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Gluten Rocks 🇨🇦 @glutenrocks.bsky.social · 20/01/2026
Pooh says "Oh bother". I say, "Why do I bother." Same result.
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The Onion @theonion.com · 13/01/2026
Zillow Adds Segregation Score theonion.com/zillow-adds-segregatio…
Zillow Adds Segregation Score
Homes In Racially Uniform Areas Earn Top Ratings
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Gluten Rocks 🇨🇦 @glutenrocks.bsky.social · 09/01/2026
This might be a good time for Canada to double-down on being metric. Just another way to differentiate ourselves from countries like North Korea or the US.
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Gluten Rocks 🇨🇦 @glutenrocks.bsky.social · 09/01/2026
Canada is as diverse as it's weather. That's a strength.
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Gluten Rocks 🇨🇦 @glutenrocks.bsky.social · 07/01/2026
The United States is seeking to turn their neighbours in the western hemisphere into vassals from which they can extract wealth in exchange for peace. Modern day Assyrians, the more you have to offer, the more likely you are to be targeted.
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Gluten Rocks 🇨🇦 @glutenrocks.bsky.social · 06/01/2026
"Blessed" is an understatement when I consider where I live. "Fuckin blessed" seems better somehow. 🚲🚴🛵☕🍕🇨🇦🇮🇴🇻🇬
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Tom Flood @tomflood.bsky.social · 04/01/2026
"Innovative drivers tired of hitting people on the street now going straight to their homes." creativebyrovelo.com/therovelorecord
car crashed into the second floor of home 

Innovative drivers tired of hitting people on the street now going straight to their homes.
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