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Sean MacK

@stmack.bsky.social
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cycling around dartmouth/halifax/nova scotia

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Sean MacK @stmack.bsky.social · 08/10/2026
Learned a new move today, instead of waiting for the very slow 2 stage turn onto the bridge at Wyse, you just scoot down to the mid-block crosswalk, press the button, and are from A to B in half the time. (I've seen faster methods, but none that are strictly legal)
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Sean MacK @stmack.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
We're into October, single digit temps, and the bike racks are still bursting at this ~200 kid school. Looked like at least 15% of the students arrived by bike today.
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Sean MacK @stmack.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Couple extra sets of wheels loaded up and we're off to the pump track for the afternoon
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Sean MacK @stmack.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
not gonna lie, I think this meme format has legs so I spent some time in paint.net fitting his helmet better for future reuse.
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Sean MacK @stmack.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Don't worry all, we're getting AI maps now that don't properly show the routes or detours so that should solve everything.
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Sean MacK @stmack.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Getting so close to convincing some family members out of their cars due to this traffic. Take the ferry "No parking" Bike to the ferry "No secure parking" Bird to the ferry "..." Honestly, still think bird rentals should count as transit transfers
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Sean MacK @stmack.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
"There's no way around any of this"
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Sean MacK @stmack.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
@tonymancini2025.bsky.social almost 20 kids at the Shubie pump track right now and (despite my photo auto-brightening this pic) its getting dark. We need some lighting :) #bikehfx
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Sean MacK @stmack.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Jk, respect the engagement grind, get those kudos.
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Sean MacK @stmack.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Graphic novels round 2: picked up a couple "Mighty Marvel Team-Up" books which seem great for ~5-7, and "It's Jeff!" which doesn't have a ton of dialogue but is pretty cute.
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Sean MacK @stmack.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
Great time at FamFest Atlantic today. The music and activities were a huge hit and then just as we thought the boys were out of steam they were revitalized by the silent disco. Recommend checking out tomorrow!
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Sean MacK @stmack.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
Happy to spot this bit about walking, biking and using transit up front in the "Where to Park?" section in the Atlantic FamFest FAQ:
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Sean MacK @stmack.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
Interesting Google survey today, all based around if you've changed shopping habits in regards to US vs Canadian goods and businesses.
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Sean MacK @stmack.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
We tend to go all in on stuff when the boys get interested in something. Picked up a variety of TMNT content from the library last night and its been a big hit. The Booyakasha Books in particular seem like a good fit for their age, fun and approachable.
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Sean MacK @stmack.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
Today is my last commute through Burnside, kind of excited. See ya never! (jk I'll probably still find reasons to bike through it but hopefully bi-monthly instead daily).
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Sean MacK @stmack.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
My eldest says he's too old for a Yepp seat now that hes going into grade 2, so our days of rocking the double Yepp are over and we've moved into the cushion+pegs era
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Sean MacK @stmack.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
Would've liked to see all of HRM grouped, just so could compare Dartmouth to Halifax, etc. Also enjoy the people who are very specific, such as:
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Sean MacK @stmack.bsky.social · 08/08/2026
The headline plus pic probably explains enough ha
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Sean MacK @stmack.bsky.social · 08/08/2026
I see there's been some sign upgrades over at Oat Hill Lake.
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Sean MacK @stmack.bsky.social · 08/08/2026
Pros and cons, once you have the rack your kid will eschew your perfectly good neighbourhood bike park and make you drive them out to other ones. Could be worse though.
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Sean MacK @stmack.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
There's this copse of trees on the property next to my office that badly needs a picnic table in the middle of it. Or maybe I just need to stash a camp chair at work...
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Sean MacK @stmack.bsky.social · 26/07/2026
Got out to Spider Lake Trials for the first time. Only did a couple runs but will be back for sure (with bug spray).
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Sean MacK @stmack.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
Was more excited for this #newbikeday than any of my own. Sizing up, now with gears.
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Sean MacK @stmack.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
Sometimes there's no good options to lock up to and you gotta get inventive with your bike parking
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Sean MacK @stmack.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
Oh great, coercion through job security, that seems good right? (fyi to others, article can be read with a library card here: www.proquest.com/docview/3363...)
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Sean MacK @stmack.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
Macdonald bridge closed tonight and tomorrow. Sounds like pedestrians will be forced to use the cycle lane tonight but both open tomorrow. #bikehfx #hfxbike (I always forget which)
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Sean MacK @stmack.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
I'm a sucker for hip hop backed by classical instruments so naturally this new live concert album from Lupe Fiasco and Nu Deco Ensemble has been getting a lot of play since discovering it last week.
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Sean MacK @stmack.bsky.social · 06/07/2026
"Italy Tank", they certainly did boss. (btw did AI write this product title? It isn't a "FIFA Women's World Cup 26 tank", its a "Women's 'FIFA World Cup 26' tank", come on)
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Sean MacK @stmack.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
Tried out a bird scooter for the first time in town. Same price and slower than an Uber but more fun? I'd be curious how much $ stays in the community using this vs rideshare.
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Sean MacK @stmack.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
Reminds me of going by this spot the other day and thinking "that shoulder is wider than the bike lane I'm about to use one street over"
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Sean MacK @stmack.bsky.social · 13/06/2026
First time I've had my youngest on the tow bar, have to tighten some things but looking good for tomorrow's #KidicalMassHFX ride!
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Sean MacK @stmack.bsky.social · 12/06/2026
Pretty fun time down at the Garrison Grounds (Halifax) for the World Cup watch party. Massive cheers for Shaffelburg when he subbed in and the crowd went wild when we scored.
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Sean MacK @stmack.bsky.social · 12/06/2026
Grabbed a pic this morning but I don't get the point of this part which was probably the most expensive portion. Like sure, have a bump out, but I just feel like going up on the right there increases the likelihood I'll get right hooked. What happened to single file?
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Sean MacK @stmack.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
It was great weather for a big bike-filled Tuesday, started off with a bike bus and ended with a bike race.
Elementary kids getting lined up for their school bike bus this morning.Kids and teens line up for a fun mountain bike race this evening
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Sean MacK @stmack.bsky.social · 26/05/2026
Not an amazing pic but was able to stop by and see the new goslings on the way home. They were enjoying the shade.
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Sean MacK @stmack.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
Starting to think I'll need to do something about this tree that's getting demolished by woodpeckers. Fun to watch in the meantime though.
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Sean MacK @stmack.bsky.social · 16/05/2026
Big discussion at the long weekend family bbq is that these beer labels are too similar. Friggin seagull fishing on a dock.
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Sean MacK @stmack.bsky.social · 09/05/2026
Okay a little busier once races started finishing up. Place in general is a zoo though, thankful we didn't have to drive.
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Sean MacK @stmack.bsky.social · 09/05/2026
Thought the pump track would be busier with the Youth Running Series happening next door.
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Sean MacK @stmack.bsky.social · 08/05/2026
On the way home tonight something got dropped while riding, so I made a quick stop and ran back to pick it up. Didn't notice the bike was on slightly uneven ground and a big wind gust toppled the bike. Thankfully Caboose worked as intended and no knees were harmed.
Despite no leg being attached to that boot during the picture it was very much safe.
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Sean MacK @stmack.bsky.social · 08/05/2026
When I was buying my RadWagon a couple years ago one of my must haves for it was the Caboose accessory. Aside from being the attachment point for the weather cover it also extends the frame out so if the bike falls the impact point is the metal triangles instead of your kids' knee(s).
Wagon and Caboose pics for reference
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Sean MacK @stmack.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
Good to see the lane sweeper out in action this morning on Devonshire #bikehfx
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Sean MacK @stmack.bsky.social · 27/04/2026
Not only do cars get 5 lanes here but they also get the extra space for a median whereas any pedestrians and non-suicidal active transportation users have to share this narrow, crumbly sidewalk.
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Sean MacK @stmack.bsky.social · 27/04/2026
Short lived visit to the office this morning. Nice day for a bike here and back home I guess.
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Sean MacK @stmack.bsky.social · 23/04/2026
Is there an annual Worst of Halifax vote? I want to nominate worst local web page. Event listings with no dates:
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Sean MacK @stmack.bsky.social · 23/04/2026
Looking into giving blood some time today and not thrilled about the location. Any recommendations cycling from Kempt area? I see there's a MUP on the southbound side of Bayers Rd but seems kind of weird to access from north east?
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Sean MacK @stmack.bsky.social · 10/04/2026
By god, that's #bikebus weather! #bikeHfx
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Sean MacK @stmack.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
Started using a couch to 5k style app and their jump from week 3 to 4 seems large. Find it interesting it doesn't ramp up more linearly.
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Sean MacK @stmack.bsky.social · 05/04/2026
Racing our Uride driver to Alderney. I think we're going to win.
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Sean MacK @stmack.bsky.social · 03/04/2026
Hmm looks like the original date this was announced was 2 days ago... a significant date.
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