Monthly Archives: December 2011

Do other cyclists get this kind of stuff as gifts?

Posted on December 31, 2011 by

Maybe it’s because we wear our passion on our sleeves but I’m guessing many year round cyclists get these types of gifts for Christmas.  What’s the weirdest / most creative gift you’ve ever received?

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Bicycle Rack at Valumart upgraded

Posted on December 20, 2011 by

As I was swinging past Valumart this morning I noticed two new bike racks and remembered Jonathan’s comment  telling of his advocacy to First Gulf. Thanks Jonathan, we all benefit!  I’m also wondering when these actually showed up :)

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A Reader Submitted Collision Story

Posted on December 13, 2011 by

This is a fresh story from a reader that was struck on Friday. Read the record article. I’m a long time year round cyclist, I even opted to get rid of the car last year rather than pay more than … Continue reading →

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Pseudo Ghost – showing Rob some love

Posted on December 11, 2011 by

I left this sign on Rob’s commute last week. Rob’s not dead, it’s a fading ghost bike, notice the black stripes?  Rob’s been driving the last couple months which is the reason we haven’t heard his voice as much. He … Continue reading →

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GRT bus driver attempts to run me off the road

Posted on December 1, 2011 by

You be the judge :) Riding home after tonight’s ‘Light of Life‘ discussion at the Firken a GRT bus driver attempted to run me off the road at the Victoria and King Street intersection at around 6.45pm. His license plate either began … Continue reading →

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Lights of Life Meeting Tonight – 5:30pm at Firkin at Tannery

Posted on December 1, 2011 by

Hi, Hope everyone can join as we meet today to discuss getting the Lights of Life project off the ground! Bring your ideas! Ask for the Waterloobikes table at the front door. Hopefully we can get a plan of action … Continue reading →

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