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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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Velocipede Rider @ruari.velocipederider.com.ap.brid.gy · 18/10/2026
Hallgrímskirkja (Icelandic pronunciation: [ˈhatl̥ˌkrimsˌcʰɪr̥ca], Church of Hallgrímur) a Protestant Lutheran (Church of Iceland) parish church in Reykjavík, Iceland. At 74.5 metres (244 ft) tall, it is the largest church in Iceland and second tallest building in the country. Known for its distinctively curved spire and side wings, it has been described as having become an important symbol for Iceland's national identity since its completion in 1986.
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Velocipede Rider @ruari.velocipederider.com.ap.brid.gy · 18/10/2026
#UnicycleLife
A large yellow mound of rock and concrete, with a yellow metal 'flag' on top. Leaning against it is a unicycle on black dirt, with grass in the foreground. The sky is gray with a slight blue tinge.
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Velocipede Rider @ruari.velocipederider.com.ap.brid.gy · 12/10/2026
Today, the same neigbour asked if I could get rid of the old cabinet door. Of course. Though when I got down to the garage I noticed my wife had taken the cargo bike. No matter, I have lots of options. So I placed it on trailer and did a 29 minute, 2.8km […] [Original post on velocipederider.com]
A green hand pulled trailer, with a door strapped to the top. There is a chain link fence and behind that a van with an Oslo city logo on it in the background.
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Velocipede Rider @ruari.velocipederider.com.ap.brid.gy · 09/10/2026
My neighbour mentioned that they needed a new front for one of the cabinets in their kitchen but was not sure how to pick it up as it would not fit in their (small) car. So I offered to pick it up for him. He then said, "How? You don't even have a car?" […] [Original post on velocipederider.com]
A cargo bike with a long cardboard box strapped on top. In the background are more bikes and a parked car.
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Velocipede Rider @ruari.velocipederider.com.ap.brid.gy · 30/09/2026
The backlight on this is also fun. #WristCheck
Picture of the same watch in a darkened environment. The watch itself is hardly visible but the digits are now lit up in an icy blue.
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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 · 26/09/2026
Yes, yes I do.
The box from the previous post is opened and a keyring that says Tapster is visible.
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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
Just waiting for @CriticalMass to begin. There are lots of us here but I decided not to take a picture of them all without permission, so you just get another picture of my bike. 🤷
Yellow penny farthing on cobbles leaning against a sign.
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Velocipede Rider @ruari.velocipederider.com.ap.brid.gy · 25/09/2026
Here is my "ordinary bicycle" for the curious. @CriticalMass @forteller
A yellow penny farthing bicycle (massive front wheel, small rear) in an office environment.
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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
And yes, I am aware that her trying to fill a Tesla with gas is a little bit suspicious but I am convinced it is real no matter what this guy thinks.
Screenshot from the Instagram comments where one person writes, "No way this is real"
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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 · 10/09/2026
Some people reading this still seem to believe I am against helmets. I am not. I am against compulsory for all cyclists in all situations. I attach proof that I am not anti-helmet. that is me in the middle of the picture dressed all in black on the yellow penny farthing. Note the helmet.
A bunch of people shown from behind mounting penny farthing bikes on a starting line.

The legs of someone lying on the floor are see in the bottom left of the image.
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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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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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Velocipede Rider @ruari.velocipederider.com.ap.brid.gy · 26/08/2026
When I wear it with certain straps I've been told it is a 'ladies watch'. Ha people think I care about watch gender!? People also think I need to conform? Dude, I ride around on a freaking unicycle. I think I'm way past caring! 😆
The same watch on a light grey leather strap, which apparently makes it look feminine. 🤷
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Velocipede Rider @ruari.velocipederider.com.ap.brid.gy · 26/08/2026
Another view #WristCheck
Same watch as mentioned earlier in the thread, with more of a side view on wrist. White paving stone on the ground.
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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
We watched the planes taking off for a while. Yes they are terrible for the environment bit still fun to watch them take off.
A row of planes taxiing on a runway, preparing to take off.
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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 · 20/08/2026
Right, that is the ISO created. Now I just need to `dd` it to a USB stick and find a spare moment or two. My plan is to install this on a spare machine and copy my files over. I can then keep the old machine running in the background for a bit in case I […] [Original post on velocipederider.com]
screenshot of terminal output showing that a slackware -curent iso was created.
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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
Just in case you think I didn't cycle the last bit.
A unicyclist cycling and pushing another unicycle from the riders, looking down.
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Velocipede Rider @ruari.velocipederider.com.ap.brid.gy · 13/08/2026
It's actually a bit tiring to cycle like this, especially with these gigantic cranks, so I'm cheating a little and using transit part for the way to come and meet him. 😆
Two unicycles leaning against one another on a train. There is a backpack nearby with a Galway cap resting next to it.
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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 · 10/08/2026
As expected, 12 hour (AM/PM) mode balances it somewhat but also adds it's own (PM) indicator.
Same watch, showing the time as 11:16, with three indicators to the left of this. From the top, reading down: PM, ALM and LT.
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Velocipede Rider @ruari.velocipederider.com.ap.brid.gy · 10/08/2026
With both features disabled it is more balanced.
The same LED watch with both the alarm and automatic lighting of digits off. Thus the dial only reads the time, 22:08.
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Velocipede Rider @ruari.velocipederider.com.ap.brid.gy · 10/08/2026
On the plus side it has two features my other three LED watches lack. 1. It has an alarm (shown on here by the ALM symbol) 2. It has automatic light up of the LED digits, via a flick of the wrist (shown by LT) Both symbols feel too close to the digits […] [Original post on velocipederider.com]
LED watch with red digits showing 21:54 and two extra symbols ALM and LT on the far left. The watch is squircle in shape, with a metal case.
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Velocipede Rider @ruari.velocipederider.com.ap.brid.gy · 10/08/2026
My wife and one of my kids powering it while I take it easy.
Two people pulling a rope on the deck of the ferry, their faces masked by emojis.
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Velocipede Rider @ruari.velocipederider.com.ap.brid.gy · 10/08/2026
A nice waterfall nearby.
Looking out from the ferry at a rocky waterfall upstream.
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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 · 10/08/2026
Part of it is the fake circuit board pattern under the dial but it also feels cheap and has a really uncomfortable and awkward strap.
LED watch with a red dial and circuit board design under the crystal.
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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
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
@thechildofroth An ordinary bicycle, to buy donuts and coffee. #OrdinaryBicycle
A yellow penny farthing bicycle leaning against a large glass window. The other side of the window. Part of the bike's frame and large wheel can be seen. In the foreground on a wooden table is a coffee, donut, water and cycle helmet.
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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
As luck would have it #TalorMade is just around the corner from where The Draken is resting, so I had a great excuse to come here afterwards for a ☕ and a 🍩
Coffee and a chocolate donut, with a glass of water on a small counter near a window. Just outside the window can be seen the seat of a unicycle.
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Velocipede Rider @ruari.velocipederider.com.ap.brid.gy · 02/08/2026
OK, OK I admit it. This was not a lucky find!🤣 @th will soon be back to Oslo to sail the Draken back to her home port. I knew this. Indeed I'm hoping we can unicycle together before he leaves (yes he is also a unicyclist, obviously!) P.S. I cycled down to have a closer look.
The Draken, Viking ship with a unicycle in the foreground.
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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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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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