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Velocipede Rider

@ruari.velocipederider.com.ap.brid.gy
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International Penny Farthing Racer. Commutes via unicycle, kick scooter (not electric), "halfbike", tallbike or penny farthing. I also like minimalist tech […] 🌉 bridged from ⁂ velocipederider.com/@ruari, follow @ap.brid.gy to interact

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muxelplexer @muxelplexer.larkspur.one.ap.brid.gy · 02/10/2026
a man with a cowboy-hat and a unicycle just drove past me. thats a lucky charm, right?
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svartpæng @redscare.snabelen.no.ap.brid.gy · 01/10/2026
Fedinfluenced #unicycle @ruari
A unicyle leaned against green walled corner.
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Velocipede Rider @ruari.velocipederider.com.ap.brid.gy · 30/09/2026
I prefer the two line display over the Casio A1100 it copies. #WristCheck
Skmei 2460 metal, digital watch that looks like a Casio A1100.
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Velocipede Rider @ruari.velocipederider.com.ap.brid.gy · 28/09/2026
I stumbled over this video when searching for links to send my unicycle friends to encourage them to come with me to Oslo @CriticalMass next time. www.youtube.com/watch?v=FOGKY2hVPUU @vegard_berget and @forteller, do you know is the person who posted this video on the Fediverse?
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Velocipede Rider @ruari.velocipederider.com.ap.brid.gy · 26/09/2026
Do I really need yet another payment wearable? 🤔 #Fidesmo #Tapster
A blue box that says Tapster, sitting on top of a gray laptop.
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Velocipede Rider @ruari.velocipederider.com.ap.brid.gy · 25/09/2026
RE: velocipederider.com/@ruari/11733217… Who is coming to @CriticalMass in #Oslo today? I plan to turn up with my #OrdinaryBicycle, how about you?
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Velocipede Rider @ruari.velocipederider.com.ap.brid.gy · 25/09/2026
@forteller @CriticalMass I took the Penny Farthing (Veltepetter) to work today. I noticed it has some loose spokes at the moment which I have not done anything about but it is probably "OK-ish", I guess. Shall I come down?
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Børge @forteller.tutoteket.no.ap.brid.gy · 25/09/2026
Ta med sykkelen og en venn (med sykkel) og kom på @CriticalMass i kveld! Youngstorget, avreise kl 18, kom noen minutter før. #sykkel #NorskTut
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Velocipede Rider @ruari.velocipederider.com.ap.brid.gy · 24/09/2026
So #Revolut Pay By Smile. Nope. Besides the privacy aspect and potential for false positives over a population of millions, there is also the problem that sometimes it will not recognise you and the person at the till will ask you to try again and you […] [Original post on velocipederider.com]
Screenshot of a Mirror news article titled “Shoppers to be able to pay by just using their face for the first time.” The article reports that Revolut has launched a facial-recognition payment system called “Revolut Pay with Smile,” allowing customers to pay in stores by having their face scanned instead of using a phone or payment card. Images show a person standing within a facial-scan frame graphic with the words “Pay with a smile,” and a Revolut checkout terminal displaying facial-recognition payment technology. The article explains that the system matches a customer's face to their verified Revolut account, is being trialed with London café chain Kiss the Hippo, and could pave the way for wider adoption of face-based payments in the future.
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Velocipede Rider @ruari.velocipederider.com.ap.brid.gy · 13/09/2026
I came across this short, factual documentary. The video from is lifted from Instagram but I am re-sharing it here, as it is the type of daily interaction that all unicyclists can related to. www.instagram.com/reel/DaWF2PkSrit #UnicycleLife
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Velocipede Rider @ruari.velocipederider.com.ap.brid.gy · 13/09/2026
I came across this short, factual documentary. The video from is lifted from Instagram but I am re-sharing it here, as it is the type of daily interaction that all unicyclists can related to. www.instagram.com/reel/DaWF2PkSrit #UnicycleLife
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Simen @simensandberg.no · 10/09/2026
@ruari Helmets make a lot of sense on an individual level, but is stupid on a policy level. I use a helmet when it's easy to do so, but I don't think twice before biking without when I don't have one available.
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Velocipede Rider @ruari.velocipederider.com.ap.brid.gy · 10/09/2026
Ok you can fucking bet I am replying to this! Mandatory cycle helmet laws just mean less cycling and an overall decline in health for the population. This idea is by someone who is an idiot or hates cyclists. Also what next, shall we mandate wearing […] [Original post on velocipederider.com]
A cyclist wearing a helmet, jacket, shorts, and a backpack rides a blue Foodora‑branded rental bike along a sidewalk bordered by green hedges and trees. The image includes a notification-style graphic from Oslo Bysykkel (Oslo city bikes) about a potential new helmet law in Norway, with a button labelled "Start now" (in relation to a survey)

The translated [to English] text reads as follows:

Helmet requirement

Sep 10, 2026

The Norwegian Public Roads Administration is considering introducing a legally mandated helmet requirement for cycling in Norway.

Oslo City Bike will be affected by any change in the law, so we would like to ask you some questions regarding your use of the service.

The original text in Norwegian

Hjelmpåbud

Sep 10, 2026

Statens Vegvesen vurderer å innføre lovpålagt hjelmpåbud for bruk av sykkel i Norge.

Oslo Bysykkel påvirkes av eventuell lovendring, derfor ønsker vi å stille deg noen spørsmål vedrørende din bruk av tjenesten.
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Ketan Joshi @ketanjoshi.co · 04/09/2026
The amount of oil use avoided by EVs in China in the first half of 2026 is the same as the amount of oil USED BY THE ENTIRE UK www.carbonbrief.org/analysis-chi...
a chart showing projected avoided oil use
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Velocipede Rider @ruari.velocipederider.com.ap.brid.gy · 03/09/2026
RE: mstdn.social/@lowqualityfacts/11658… I thought this was a joke account, what is with these straight up facts? 🤔
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Velocipede Rider @ruari.velocipederider.com.ap.brid.gy · 03/09/2026
I'm shocked, shocked I tell you www.theguardian.com/science/2026/se…
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Rich people more likely to steal children’s sweets, finds Ig Nobel prize-winning study
We round up the winners at awards for achievements that ‘first make people laugh and then make them think’
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Velocipede Rider @ruari.velocipederider.com.ap.brid.gy · 02/09/2026
I had a colleague who one lost their debit card and due to a combination of events their bank could not get a new one to them for two weeks. Their bank is pretty old school and would not give you the new card details online or in app (they said to wait for the card) so could not pre add it to […]
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Velocipede Rider @ruari.velocipederider.com.ap.brid.gy · 31/08/2026
In all posts about the recent Iceland referendum I keep on hearing that the 'no campaign' had better funding but something still bothers me…
The Goose Chase meme. The first pane has the text, "What do you mean the Iceland 'no campaign' had better funding?" The second pane reads, "Better funding from who, motherfucker?"
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Velocipede Rider @ruari.velocipederider.com.ap.brid.gy · 29/08/2026
4.80 #WristCheck
Single handed decimal watch, showing the time as 4.80.
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Tor Lillqvist @tml.mementomori.social.ap.brid.gy · 27/08/2026
Norway and Sweden. Two of the richest countries in Europe. Connected by three railway lines, one of which is basically freight only in the very north. Each single track and rather curvy. Even the one between Oslo and Göteborg (and further to Malmö and København). In a sane world, there could be […]
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Velocipede Rider @ruari.velocipederider.com.ap.brid.gy · 26/08/2026
Trying it on a bracelet for a change. Hmm… maybe 🤔 #WristCheck
A 'tank' style rectangular watch with a deep blue dial made of smaller rectangles of lapis lazuli. Worn on a brushed steel bracelet, on wrist. In the background is a grey, woollen sheep skin, along with the edges of a green cushion and a yellow cushion.
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Velocipede Rider @ruari.velocipederider.com.ap.brid.gy · 23/08/2026
Why has YouTube added a direct messaging feature and exactly how many messaging services has Google released (and shut down) over the years?
Screenshot that says, "Say hello to direct messaging. Now you can send videos directly on YouTube". It also includes coloured d speech bubbles and an invite to chat link.
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Velocipede Rider @ruari.velocipederider.com.ap.brid.gy · 23/08/2026
Out with the youngest for a day trip #UnicycleLife #KickScooter
A green unicycle leaning on an orange kick scooter, with a backpack on public transit.
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Velocipede Rider @ruari.velocipederider.com.ap.brid.gy · 21/08/2026
Looking up to meeting up with you again @navigium #UnicycleLife
A red and green unicycle leaning against the glass partition on transit.
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Velocipede Rider @ruari.velocipederider.com.ap.brid.gy · 19/08/2026
So fellow #slackware users (I know we have a few of you on the fediverse), what are you installing on new machines these days. Still 15.0 or are you all moving to -current? My main work machine is fine but I am thinking of setting up a new machine and 15.0 feels a little old now. I sometimes […]
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Thomas Pike @thomasp.social.vivaldi.net.ap.brid.gy · 18/08/2026
RE: mastodon.social/@Mastodon/117117221… A shout out to Vivaldi Social for inspiration? Very kind of you! 🩷
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Velocipede Rider @ruari.velocipederider.com.ap.brid.gy · 18/08/2026
I had a disccusion with a colleague/friend earlier, where I described a strange workflow I have used Them: That is pretty niche though! Me: Niche? Yes, but that is my entire brand! 🤣 I mean I am the guy who wears unreadable watches, often carries basic phones and unicycle commutes to the […]
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Velocipede Rider @ruari.velocipederider.com.ap.brid.gy · 17/08/2026
@matt The Lightphone authenticator app has the worst possible UI in terms of data loss. When you show a one time passcode, there are two options shown on screen: • '<' = go back a screen •'REMOVE' = delete this entry forever with no confirmation I have […] [Original post on velocipederider.com]
Lightphone III authenticator app, showing a OTP (one time passcode) for Mastodon (VelocipedeRider) account. Below is a big area that states, "REMOVE"
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Velocipede Rider @ruari.velocipederider.com.ap.brid.gy · 16/08/2026
Someone changed the sign from "Ris Pumpestasjon" (Ris Pumping Station) to "Ris Rumpestasjon" (Ris Butt Station) and I could not help but think of you @welshpixie
Building with a brick wall painted white, with white lettering that appears to read, "Ris Rumpestasjon".
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Velocipede Rider @ruari.velocipederider.com.ap.brid.gy · 13/08/2026
So is this just a normal bike now? Maybe a tandem? 🤔 #UnicycleLife
Looking down at a hand holding the seat of  unicycle. There is also another wheel at the bottom of the photo.
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Velocipede Rider @ruari.velocipederider.com.ap.brid.gy · 12/08/2026
OK, it does look quite cool at night! #WristCheck
LED wrist watch at night.
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Velocipede Rider @ruari.velocipederider.com.ap.brid.gy · 12/08/2026
Humans, next question.
Screenshot showing the title of an article that reads, "Europe is the world's fastest growing continent. What is to blame?" With a picture of firefighters tackling a forest fire below.
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Velocipede Rider @ruari.velocipederider.com.ap.brid.gy · 12/08/2026
Have I ever shown you my keys? They are quite ordinary.
A keyring with one key, one blue fob and a penny and a farthing, in the palm of my hand.
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Velocipede Rider @ruari.velocipederider.com.ap.brid.gy · 12/08/2026
I met @th today and he gave me a quick look around #Draken and I let him a quick ride on my #ordinaryBicycle. Really nice guy, I recommend you all meet him! 😉
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Velocipede Rider @ruari.velocipederider.com.ap.brid.gy · 10/08/2026
What on earth is this? A small, hand pulled cable ferry. And yes, I did go back and forth. Fun but a lot of work.
Small, wooden, cable ferry, viewed from to dock, looking out over the river. The ferry is labelled, Nøkken. Trees and the other dock on the other side. Same ferry viewed from the other side with cables lying in the water.
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Velocipede Rider @ruari.velocipederider.com.ap.brid.gy · 09/08/2026
I do love an LED watch but somehow I'm not totally sure with this one. 🤔 #WristCheck
Metal watch with red, LED, numerals showing the time as 21:26
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Velocipede Rider @ruari.velocipederider.com.ap.brid.gy · 06/08/2026
My daughter told me today that when she was younger she thought 'Paparazzi' was a person (called 'Paparazzi') and that this single person just took pictures of everyone famous! 🤣
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😀🚲 @enobacon.urbanists.social.ap.brid.gy · 06/08/2026
RE: velocipederider.com/@ruari/11704739… Just another #ordinary day.
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Velocipede Rider @ruari.velocipederider.com.ap.brid.gy · 06/08/2026
It was a lovely morning for a ride. I chose the right option today. #Cyling #CylingLife #CyclingPhotos #FediBikes #MastoBikes #BikeNite #BikeTooter #PennyFarthing #OrdinaryBicycle #Oslo #SheLies
Yellow penny farthing bicycle, leaning on a metal fence beside the waterfront, with the glass sculpture She Lies floating in the Oslo Fjord in the background.
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Velocipede Rider @ruari.velocipederider.com.ap.brid.gy · 04/08/2026
So weird how shadows distort reality. I'm just cycling on an #OrdinaryBicycle here and yet the shadow looks so strange. 🤔
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Velocipede Rider @ruari.velocipederider.com.ap.brid.gy · 04/08/2026
RE: mastodon.world/@thechildofroth/1170… I know this is NOT a competition, and yet… I think I might have a shot at winning this. 🤣
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Roth Child @thechildofroth.mastodon.world.ap.brid.gy · 04/08/2026
Hey #BikeTooter where are you riding today? (And what are you riding it on?)
Cartoon person in red shirt with blue and white stripes, in front of a blue cartoon bike. Caption reads 'You're never too old to throw on some lycra and be magnificent'
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Velocipede Rider @ruari.velocipederider.com.ap.brid.gy · 04/08/2026
It's Tuesday, why shouldn't I treat myself? 🤔 #PennyFarthing #VeltePetter #OrdinaryBicycle
Don't and coffee resting on a table alongside water and a cycle helmet. There is a window behind, through which part of the frame and large wheel of a penny farthing bicycle can be seen.
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Velocipede Rider @ruari.velocipederider.com.ap.brid.gy · 04/08/2026
Why, yes. I am a complete nerd. But tell me, what gave me away? 🤔 #FingerCheck
A hand closed as a fist wearing a digital ring watch on the ring finger, showing the time as 8:43. In the background is a green plant.
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Velocipede Rider @ruari.velocipederider.com.ap.brid.gy · 02/08/2026
RE: velocipederider.com/@ruari/11702543… If you happen to be in #Oslo on holiday (vacation 🇺🇲), go and check out the #Draken . It's in Oslo for a limited time and you can pay a small amount and get a little tour by one of the crew. Especially fun if you recently watched the new […]
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Velocipede Rider @ruari.velocipederider.com.ap.brid.gy · 02/08/2026
So I was doing my almost daily cycle down to #Oslo centre and while on top of the #Operahuset what do I see out of the corner of my vision but @th's ship (OK it is not actually his personally but he is a crew member, so I consider it sort of his as well) […] [Original post on velocipederider.com]
A view out over Oslo fjord from the top of Oslo Opera house. In the foreground is a large wheeled unicycle, leaning on a smooth, white, stone wall. 

In the background is the harbour and a Viking style ship moored up.Close up from the previous photo, with the ship at the centre.
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14mission @14mission.sfba.social.ap.brid.gy · 01/08/2026
Fun ride with @sfcriticalmass tonight. We had a unicyclist! #criticalMass #unicycle
Someone riding along the Embarcadero on a unicycle The usual end of the ride, at Dolores Park.
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Velocipede Rider @ruari.velocipederider.com.ap.brid.gy · 30/07/2026
My wife and kids are away for a couple of days leaving me alone at our place [well me and the cat]. This morning I woke up and on autopilot I made two coffees (I always make a coffee for my wife, since I get up first). Only when I finished did I realise what I had done. On the plus side, two […]
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Velocipede Rider @ruari.velocipederider.com.ap.brid.gy · 30/07/2026
I helped setup the system that manages the Vivaldi crashlogs. Sometimes I like to watch the logs on one of the worker threads in real time as crashes flow in and imagine the users cursing us. 😈 Just kidding… no really, we are doing our best. Sorry for the crashes!
A terminal with a screenful of information with timestamps and references.
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Ketan Joshi @ketanjoshi.co · 08/07/2026
Let me tell you the tale of the single worst LinkedIn post ever posted, and what it means about Norway's climate psyche. Courtesy of the head of Norway's oil fund, Nicolai Tangen.
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