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David Zipper @davidzipper.bsky.social · 4d

Three newly published books argue that cars are destroying society as well as the planet.

Is the world finally ready to rein in the automobile?

My essay, in @bloomberg.com (gift link below)

‘Car Brain’ Is Making the US Unhealthy and Dangerous. EVs Won’t Fix It.

A trio of new books argue that we need to confront the full range of costs that car-based living has imposed on our cities, our health and our society.

www.bloomberg.com

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David Hope @davidhope.ca · 15h

Some personal proof that ebikes and protected bike infrastructure are life changing. Spouse just hit 1k on her new bike in the 2 months since she got it. Went from almost never riding to daily commute of over 15km each way.

#OttBike #BikeSky

Close up of ebike odometer showing 1000km. On the right is cellphone camera showing William Commanda Bridge.

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Cailynn Klingbeil @cailynn.bsky.social · 7d

E-bike sales are booming, providing a sustainable form of transportation that also improves public health. Yet cities remain committed to cars. grist.org/transportati...

E-bikes could cut carbon, congestion, and costs — if cities take them seriously

E-bike sales are booming, providing a clean form of transportation that also improves public health. Yet cities remain committed to cars.

grist.org

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Cailynn Klingbeil @cailynn.bsky.social · 12d

There's been a collapse in the number of kids riding their bikes to school over the last 50 years, and it's harming our children in so many ways. But there are some things we can do to change it.
Great video by @shifter.info www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lqz6... #BikeBus #BiketoSchool

What happened to kids biking to school? (5 solutions that actually work)

YouTube video by Shifter

www.youtube.com

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Annalise Klingbeil @annaliseak.bsky.social · 15d

River Hall is awesome. Exactly what we need more of in Calgary. Accessible, affordable, fun places for people (and dogs) of all ages to gather.
So why is it only open for 15 days a year?!

cm 🇨🇦 @cmcalgary.bsky.social · 16d

Party time at River Hall. Food, music, drink. 4th Ave & 8th ST SW

People, picnic tables, food and drink stations. Everyone hanging out having a good time.

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Cailynn Klingbeil @cailynn.bsky.social · 15d

When I went by recently, there were padlocks on the barrier arms. Anyone know if that is new... perhaps reactionary to what happened?

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Cailynn Klingbeil @cailynn.bsky.social · 19d

thanks!

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🇨🇦Tired Mama G 🇨🇦 @tiredmamag.bsky.social · 19d

Don’t read the comments in this link when you’re out in public, it is a huge tear-jerker to read about the many people were so deeply impacted by someone that many hadn’t even met.

Cailynn Klingbeil @cailynn.bsky.social · 19d

"Darren did not want a formal funeral. If you are reading this and want to honour him the way he would have wanted, do what he did every day: go outside, ride your bike, enjoy nature, and do something kind for a stranger." 💔 #yycbike #yegbike edmontonjournal.remembering.ca/obituary/dar...

Darren Markland Obituary | Edmonton Journal Remembering

View Darren Markland's complete obituary, share memories, and explore 6 tribute posts from the community.

edmontonjournal.remembering.ca

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Edmonton Bike Coalition @yegbike.bsky.social · 19d

It is with great sadness that we invite you to join us Friday, September 26 to Coffee Outside to celebrate the life of Dr. Markland.

Dr. Markland was an incredible person who touched the lives of everyone who met him.
buff.ly/0B3SU4X

Events & Engagement Opportunities

Discover events and engage with Edmonton's cycling community. Join advocacy, training, and local gatherings to promote biking as a solution for health and transportation challenges.

yegbike.info

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Cailynn Klingbeil @cailynn.bsky.social · 19d

"Darren did not want a formal funeral. If you are reading this and want to honour him the way he would have wanted, do what he did every day: go outside, ride your bike, enjoy nature, and do something kind for a stranger." 💔 #yycbike #yegbike edmontonjournal.remembering.ca/obituary/dar...

Darren Markland Obituary | Edmonton Journal Remembering

View Darren Markland's complete obituary, share memories, and explore 6 tribute posts from the community.

edmontonjournal.remembering.ca

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BikeBike In Calgary @bikebikeyyc.bsky.social · 20d

Horrible.

3rd person riding a bike in Calgary to be killed in the last couple months, arguably because of crappy and unsafe cycling infrastructure.
#yycbike

www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

Elderly cyclist dies after hitting barrier on Calgary pathway that had been 'altered' | CBC News

Calgary police are looking for a woman they say "altered" a pathway barrier under the Reconciliation Bridge, resulting in the death of a elderly cyclist.

www.cbc.ca

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Cailynn Klingbeil @cailynn.bsky.social · 21d

Larch season is here! And we've got some thoughts: gooutside.substack.com/p/larch-watc...

Larch Watch 2025 Is On

And here's five things you should know

gooutside.substack.com

Cailynn Klingbeil @cailynn.bsky.social · 22d

Baby's first Kidical Mass ride yesterday. Fun morning, exciting to see so many families out biking together. Thanks for organizing @whoalansi.bsky.social! #yycbike

Young child sitting in the front of a cargo bike, surrounded by other bikes

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Aaron @bigtimeyyc.bsky.social · 26d

River Hall in the downtown west end along the pathway system is a beauty. A much needed amenity that gets great usage. Such a shame that it is only running about 1 month this year (weekends only). I had no idea this weekend is the last one for it in 2025.

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Tom Babin @shifter.info · 26d

Millions of people around the world receive incentives to ride their bikes to work. So why aren't you?
New video about to drop: youtu.be/YbRV9q0ViCE

Here's what's stopping more bicycle commuting incentives

YouTube video by Shifter

youtu.be

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Annalise Klingbeil @annaliseak.bsky.social · 26d

In an age of extreme heat, @cailynn.bsky.social makes the case for a Longer Splash Season at @cityofcalgary-rss.bsky.social splash parks and wading pools:
gooutside.substack.com/p/the-case-f... #yyccc

The Case for a Longer Splash Season

On longer summers, hotter days and splash parks that close too soon

open.substack.com

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Cailynn Klingbeil @cailynn.bsky.social · 26d

#yycbike what is the best way to carry a kid's bike on the Urban Arrow, not in the box? Thanks in advance!

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Cailynn Klingbeil @cailynn.bsky.social · 26d

Quite the story from @thelogic.co on Attabotics, the prominent #yyc robotics startup that entered bankruptcy protection in July. thelogic.co/news/the-big...

How Calgary tech darling Attabotics went off the rails - The Logic

The robotics startup was plagued by fires, technical troubles and questionable decisions that led to its financial downfall. Its collapse leaves a huge hole in Calgary’s tech scene.

thelogic.co

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Alanna dB @whoalansi.bsky.social · 29d

Join us next Sunday for our second #KidicalMass ride. This family friendly bike ride will start at 10:30 am. Meet at Deville Coffee Kensington at 10 am and ride together through Sunnyside before heading over to Riley Park Playground.
More info & sign up: linktr.ee/kidicalmassyyc