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10 bottle ride 😅!!!

Catherine McKenna @cathmckenna.bsky.social · 16/08/2025

Wouldn't be surprised if you actually arrived faster than drivers not realizing the end-of-days closure of the bridge...that's a monster bike ride BTW!

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“We need people to go into politics & not feel threatened. It’s about the health of our democracy because if you want people to go into politics, you can’t expect that they’re going to put up with this and their families are going to put up with it.” My take on security threats to politicians.

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It's ironic with the amount of telemetry in these things that their drivers till manage to be halfway into the intersection or close-pass cyclists/pedestrians. Haven't decided if this monstrosity is worse than those dually pick-up trucks that also leave nanometres of space for pedestrians/cyclists.

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Yup, this captures the sentiment perfectly IMO.

Rockcliffe is certainly guilty of this. At least the public schools and library have a sidewalk on Springfield...but everywhere else nada. Also, the snow clearing standards have a step function degradation as one crosses over into the boundaries of Rockcliffe...even around the schools/library 🤷‍♂️

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I'll say that through my summer training, where I had to don the lycra uniform, I had almost no choice but to ride on the road. For work commutes (where I'm usually not lycra'd up), I'll average 23-26 KM/h (and still get passed!!!)...but for 27 KM/h and up...the road is the only answer IMO.

Between Canadian stand-offs of people in tinted vehicles waving me through the intersection when it's their right-of-way (I can't see you!) or opportunistically avoiding bad drivists, rolling through stops is usually the best solution on the bike.

Sean Flynn @sfy.ro · 13/08/2025

Oh man...I've been off this for a while now so missed some of the fun. Thanks so much...'Twas a long day!!!

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Sean Flynn @sfy.ro · 26/04/2025

Pssst…anyone wanna buy a big red 🐄 for 4000 bucks? It’s not eligible for the storewide discount of course…but it’s awfully tempting if it does come down in price substantially 🤣

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Ariel Troster @arieltroster.bsky.social · 18/04/2025

It is always suddenly about “green space” when people don’t want supportive housing or a shelter near them. This land is zoned industrial, owned by the hospital, and will be used to house and treat people recovering from addictions. I support this project 100% www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

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A local group wants plans for a new addiction recovery centre in honour of the Ottawa-raised actor to be halted, as it would eliminate green space in their community. But some who support the project ...

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Sean Flynn @sfy.ro · 01/04/2025

I wished so badly I could ride one...for the last 45 of my 50 years on 🌎

Sean Flynn @sfy.ro · 01/04/2025

Yup, we've got January to May over the next 96 hours. I'm resigning myself to being excessively hot in the event I exit my house/workplace and it spontaneously reaches 26C 🤣.

Sean Flynn @sfy.ro · 28/03/2025

That’s amazing news. I’m pretty sure i remember that one as well. Having a distinctive or unusual bike can be helpful sometimes!

Sean Flynn @sfy.ro · 28/03/2025

You and me both. It’s basically unavailable in this configuration and would cost a FORTUNE to replace with all the components and stuff. Soooo relieved!

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After we pretty much posted to Reddit around the same time this AM, I discovered my bike was kept safe and sound in the Games Workshop after being retrieved by the Magic Detective...connected via DM...and the pic is me reunited my my bike. Big thanks to everyone who reached out to help me 🫡❤️🚲👊🏼

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The thief (who was spotted by the magic detective) happened to be both shoeless and shirtless!?!? Anyways he bailed on the bike, ate dirt, ran off into the sunset, and left my bike in the middle of the Coliseum Theatre parking lot.

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So #ottbike and Reddit Ottawa came through big by reuniting me with my trusty winter bike that I thought was long gone around 7:00 PM last night. I've since deleted the original stolen bike post as Games Workshop's very own r/DetectiveMagicMan recovered it and alerted the world.

Yours truly in bright orange trousers holding my unstolen bike in the air triumphantly in front of Games Workshop!

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As I have recovered my bike, will delete this post now. Thanks for all your help...a new post is forthcoming!

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A buddy suggested I post on Reddit and just as I hit send on my post...saw your message and refreshed Reddit and saw my Hero's post. A triumphant "bike returned" pic is forthcoming.

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That's my only solace in this case...dude must have some pretty serious sores on his feet as a result!

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Yes, it was sadly unlocked but kept inside the front entrance next to the carts for no more than 60 seconds...that's all it took sadly as I popped in quickly to grab a couple of things. It's just shocking how bold and quick people are when you least expect it!

Sean Flynn @sfy.ro · 23/03/2025

I’m thinking they JUST flew in from NYC and must be famished! I’m sure you’ll see them soon.

Sean Flynn @sfy.ro · 23/03/2025

First #SpotTheHeron for yours truly near the Bank St. Bridge usual location. Earliest spotting for me! And 100m later…I spotted ANOTHER HERON! @ladybugspicnic.bsky.social

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Keith @keithdunn.bsky.social · 18/03/2025

After multiple failed attempts, the conch was blown at 10:37. The 2025 Barkley Marathons begins in one hour. #BM100.

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Sean Flynn @sfy.ro · 15/03/2025

🚨🪿🚨🪿 The gooses are back! First sighting of 2025 at the usual first sighting spot amongst the ice floes on the Rideau at the Minto Bridges. ❤️

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Sean Flynn @sfy.ro · 14/03/2025

It doesn't matter...it's always 2 weeks later than when I think it will be ready. I personally think Easter long weekend...and hope it isn't going to be Victoria Day!

Yup, it is always packed when I've taken it...luckily the 57 is another option and it tends to be less busy (but still a well-used route).

This has been the bane of my existence for the last 27 years (at least that's how long it seems I've been able to do a fully uninterrupted/non-detoured ride from the locks at Parliament to Watts Creek on NCC Paths). The Westboro beach detour has been such a nightmare for #ottbike and I hope it ends!

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I really loathe that these times are geared to morning people...there are shift workers and non-morning types (like me 🙋🏻‍♂️) who simply aren't going to find the 0800-1200 weekend times useful at all. I do hope the Summer Zone does come back because 0800-2000 on QED on weekends is a pittance!

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This would be the type of induced demand I could get behind!

I can safely say most of the paths are almost unusable for anyone without studded tires (like yours truly) because they're all covered with super slick black ice patches everywhere. Of course the roads are fine! For my 🏃‍♂️ last night, I was mostly on the roads for this very reason...

Sean Flynn @sfy.ro · 11/03/2025

This is golden information! Bridge Mix vs Bridge Mixture 🤯

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Sean Flynn @sfy.ro · 10/03/2025

They have amazing prices! I go to the OG one in the Market and also checked out the fancy one at their HQ on Walkley. The Wellington location will be quite handy for my travels through the neighbourhood.

Sean Flynn @sfy.ro · 10/03/2025

That's amazing intel regarding the proper bridge mix. How can you tell the real deal from the awful "improved" kind I was shocked to discover at Metro. The packaging seemed identical...

Sean Flynn @sfy.ro · 01/03/2025

With all the snow on the ground here in Ottawa, my Chlorine Dream is nowhere near as spiffy and clean as yours!

derek guy @dieworkwear.bsky.social · 01/03/2025

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There has been a lot of chatter today about Zelenskyy's meeting with Trump, some regarding this moment when White House correspondent Brian Glenn asked if the Ukrainian president plans to wear a suit. I want to address idea in this thread. 🧵

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Julie S. Lalonde @julieslalonde.bsky.social · 27/02/2025

Voting is harm reduction. We do not vote for perfection but for progress, step by step. If you have to pinch your nose while you do it, then do it. But "They all suck" is defeatist BS that only benefits the worst people in politics.

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Sean Flynn @sfy.ro · 25/02/2025

That's awesome. I think that will be a great show and closeout of the festival in my books.

Sean Flynn @sfy.ro · 25/02/2025

'Tis that time of year to rack those up! I also notice I get these on crappy bike-unfriendly roads too...never sure if these are badges of honour or lunacy 🤣

It's Jamie @sjamieit.bsky.social · 23/02/2025

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Kevin O'Leary to @ianhanomansing.bsky.social on Cross Country Checkup, rough quote: "The Canadian dollar has dropped 40% against the US dollar under Trudeau." Fact check: the CAD has dropped 34% from the 2011 peak, but just 4% of that drop happened under Trudeau. The big drop happened under Harper.

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Sean Flynn @sfy.ro · 24/02/2025

Yeah, I don't think people were as thrilled with this ice as previous days...however...I'd imagine it was still way better than anything we've seen in the past 2-3 seasons! I suspect we'll get another solid weekend out of it --> good call on giving the hip a rest (wouldn't have been great on skates)

Sean Flynn @sfy.ro · 23/02/2025

As a member of #ottbike I’m anxious for all the ❄️ and 🥶 to go away…but having the full length of the Canal open for so long has been a real treat. Bravo to Mother Nature, @NCC_CCN and the @NCC_Skateway crew for an amazing season. And yes, it was great for my 🏃‍♂️s!

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Ariel Troster @arieltroster.bsky.social · 21/02/2025

The cellblock at the Ottawa courthouse is looking for donations of winter gear for formerly incarcerated people who are often released with nothing but the shirts on their backs. You can drop donations at the courthouse at 161 Elgin, to the attention of Sheri.

Donations needed at the Ottawa courthouse

The cell block at the Ottawa courthouse is looking for donations to support people leaving the criminal justice system

- Men’s and women’s ski jackets
- adult size hoodies
- size 8 and up winter boots
- gloves and hats

If you’s like to make a donation, please bring the items in a bag labelled: “Attn: Sheri, Ottawa Police Cellblock” to the courthouse at 161 Elgin

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Sean Flynn @sfy.ro · 18/02/2025

That would last barely half a day if it was anywhere near me! Ingredients, cooking facilities, century-old methods seem to be hard to replicate here. Having been to Egypt and the Gulf, I've been shocked at how things like this taste over there vs. here.

Sean Flynn @sfy.ro · 18/02/2025

"Toilet paper entropy" --> I'm definitely gonna use that one!