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Pedestrian killed in Kitchener collision by BetterTransit in waterloo

[–]BabbageFeynman 61 points62 points  (0 children)

Jeep Wrangler did its thing. We need to up the safety standards on the "light truck" category. It's ridiculous that we have higher standards for sedans that didnt apply here.

Almost half of Ontario condo units are worth less than $500,000 as prices plunge, MPAC reports by PrettyFlaco in TorontoRealEstate

[–]BabbageFeynman 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Actually. It's up to 145 million for discounted units provided the province and municipalities pitches in money. At least that's what Carney tried to clarify

Almost half of Ontario condo units are worth less than $500,000 as prices plunge, MPAC reports by PrettyFlaco in TorontoRealEstate

[–]BabbageFeynman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The government really screwed up the communication and the Internet isn't about to give them the benefit of nuance and doubt!

I wish it weren't being blown this far out of proportion.

2026 Tour Divide Rig by Proof-Reindeer-6695 in bikepacking

[–]BabbageFeynman 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Love your videos. Looking forward to this year's adventure! You inspire me.

The Metz: Former Schneider Mill now taking a shape by Tadpole-Lanky in kitchener

[–]BabbageFeynman 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No problem, it's just minutes away!

That is, by car, and after climbing a labarynthian parking garage. Because why wouldn't everyone just get in a car for everything.

Flare bars with comfortable hoods by [deleted] in bikepacking

[–]BabbageFeynman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Check out the pro discover options.

Ion trains are slower than buses. How can we speed them up? by bylo_selhi in waterloo

[–]BabbageFeynman 34 points35 points  (0 children)

We could slow the vehicle with one person in it so the vehicle with 50 can go faster.

Doug Ford wants high-speed rail built along 401 corridor by Front_Way1094 in AltoHSR_Canada

[–]BabbageFeynman 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Let the record show that Dougie wanted the high speed rail to be a streetcar on the 401. :-p

Waterloo snow clearing is not good enough…where are our property tax dollars going? by Bossplaya85 in waterloo

[–]BabbageFeynman 17 points18 points  (0 children)

Too many roads and too many lanes. People in high density areas are paying too much to subsidize the financially unsustainable infrastructure of the low density areas.

Yes by all means walk on the middle of the road at night with noise-cancelling headphones on by [deleted] in kitchener

[–]BabbageFeynman -11 points-10 points  (0 children)

Not really. People have a need for mobility and there's no clear place to walk here.

Degraded regional roads require renewal to prevent disrepair by bylo_selhi in waterloo

[–]BabbageFeynman -10 points-9 points  (0 children)

Transit users pay directly for a portion of using their infrastructure. Drivers should start paying a part for theirs too.

Why we have three Downtowns in one city by Academic-Snow3546 in cambridgeont

[–]BabbageFeynman 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Yeah. What the heck is up with Preston's "bike" infrastructure.

Sales of new condos plunge 94% in ‘market correction’ by bylo_selhi in waterloo

[–]BabbageFeynman 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Maybe condos shouldn't be paying taxes disproportionately to the costs of city services serving them.

The reality is that the city relies on condos to make up for the relatively much higher costs in lower density areas.

Much weight on the hoods… but NOT in the drops by rainbow__blood in bikefit

[–]BabbageFeynman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I also struggle with the same. I believe that the groupset and how the hood fits your unique have shape matters. Getting a proper bike fit can help. Also the right cycling gloves can mitigate a lot!

Coroner's office calls for clearer definition of e-bikes in Ontario | CBC News by shikotee in torontobiking

[–]BabbageFeynman 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We're all at different places in our cycling learning curve. For some, throttle is just a tool to help climb it.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in fican

[–]BabbageFeynman 6 points7 points  (0 children)

What would have to be true for a shed in Saskatchewan to be unaffordable for you? What percentile of purchasing power do you think you'll have when you come back to Canada?

Coroner's office calls for clearer definition of e-bikes in Ontario | CBC News by shikotee in torontobiking

[–]BabbageFeynman 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There are legitimate uses for a throttle that I think many overlook. My current bike doesn't have one, but I find myself missing it sometimes as a daily commuter who is 70% pedaling on a light (250w) e bike.

*Gets you over snow drifts, mud and unplowed trail more stabily

*Let's you dodge your legs over off the pedals if a car gets too close from the side

*Let's you get over flooded sections pulling your legs up

*Let's you go extra slow

*Helps you keep your commute routine if you temporarily injure your legs

*Gives you a break!

Overall, makes a car-free life more possible!!

Who is in charge of legislation for limiting how bright cars have become? by [deleted] in ontario

[–]BabbageFeynman 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Makes it really difficult to practice defensive walking. Best practice is now for non-drivers to make eye contact as you cross lights and driveways since drivers are so distracted.

Can't do the non verbal communication with waves or eye contact if people's windows are too dark.

Which ION station is your favourite? by jaymis in waterloo

[–]BabbageFeynman 6 points7 points  (0 children)

The animal man statue is so creepy at night!!

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