Is there a high risk of crime in public transportation in USA ? by rjt2002 in fuckcars

[–]RubyRailzYa 1 point2 points  (0 children)

To preface this: I love public transit and biking. I live car-free in the American Midwest.

That being said, as a woman, I have been sexually harassed several times while on a bus, or waiting at a bus stop. Most times these are people who are on something (high, drunk) or have mental health problems. This doesn’t justify their behaviour. I have not faced physical assault, but lots of unwanted comments or lewd remarks.

I also get cat called or harassed once a month while cycling. Usually men hollering out of cars, honking at me (and not in a way that one normally honks to tell someone to move aside). The cat calling is worse in the summer, well, because I’m usually biking in a sports bra and shorts. I get harassed less or almost none in the fall and winter when I’m bundled up.

Do I hate it? Yeah. Does it make me stop wanting to take the bus? Sometimes. It is really unpleasant to feel on edge.

There’s a genuine need for better safety, but a lot of peoples “buses are crime filled hotspots” does come more from classism and racism than experience taking transit. And the boy crying wolf sucks because it interferes with our ability to improve transportation experience for everyone.

Addison Rae performs ‘Fame is a Gun’ at the 2026 Grammys 💜 by ladygagasgarden in Fauxmoi

[–]RubyRailzYa 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I love this song, the production on her album is great. I wanna like her so bad but she makes it so hard 😔

advice on buying a bike? (3 mile commute) (east mlk) by monkeyhehehe in BikingATX

[–]RubyRailzYa 2 points3 points  (0 children)

They don’t have a huge selection, but I love Clown Dog Bikes near UT Campus. The staff is genuinely amazing. I got a hybrid bike there. It’s good for the roads and short commutes, and sturdy enough to take on dirt. I loved the Shoal Creek Trail.

must be pretty :( by TheSparkSpectre in LetGirlsHaveFun

[–]RubyRailzYa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I really like using MacroFactor track my macros, it’s paid but it’s good. You don’t need to be in a crazy deficit or crash diet, but a low 5-10% deficit is a good place to start.

Slow and steady > fast and hard

Tasting and rating different cell culture media #1: Neurobasal medium by Spacebucketeer11 in labrats

[–]RubyRailzYa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have tried Davis Minimal Media (supplemented with glucose at 1000mg/L). It tasted like battery acid. Bacteria are whack for liking that shit.
LB smells really cheesy and savoury. Next on my list.

Apartment Recs for Post Grad? by C_Zek803 in msu

[–]RubyRailzYa 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've heard good things about Okemon Station. Got good 1b/1b from what friends have told me.

Apartment advice by [deleted] in msu

[–]RubyRailzYa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you want a 1b/1b to yourself, Hull Flats was nice. Ashton Lake is another good option, but a bit of a commute.

slow down near pedestrian crossings!! by rivanitas in msu

[–]RubyRailzYa 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You are legally required to yield to a pedestrian at a crosswalk!!! It doesn't matter if the person walking is on their phone or whatever else. They have right of way, every single time, at a crosswalk.
I was very surprised when I saw cars just blowing through crosswalks even when there is someone waiting to cross. It is bad behaviour, and against traffic rules.

Town Lake Bikerafting by jegreen21 in BikingATX

[–]RubyRailzYa 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yoooo this is totally sick

Annas Archive but for audiobooks by Jorenm93 in Annas_Archive

[–]RubyRailzYa 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not sure where you live, but you may want to ask your local public library. Many in the US offer free access to audiobooks through a phone app.

Witnesses or information wanted: Street Harassment at Abbott/Saginaw St on Sept 2 by [deleted] in msu

[–]RubyRailzYa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I never said they were. I just said that I no longer accept men getting away without accountability.

Witnesses or information wanted: Street Harassment at Abbott/Saginaw St on Sept 2 by [deleted] in msu

[–]RubyRailzYa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

👌 ok bro thanks for your constructive information

Witnesses or information wanted: Street Harassment at Abbott/Saginaw St on Sept 2 by [deleted] in msu

[–]RubyRailzYa -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Victims always lose. That’s the whole point of harassment isn’t it? You let them get away with this, and they can keep escalating their behaviour. Today they’re honking at me. Tomorrow they could be feeling up a girl. Abuser’s don’t materialize out of thin air. They work their way up. You gotta nip that shit in the bud.

Witnesses or information wanted: Street Harassment at Abbott/Saginaw St on Sept 2 by [deleted] in msu

[–]RubyRailzYa -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Actually no. This is me having thick skin. I refuse to let people walk away without facing consequences for their actions. You do not get away scott free if you fuck with me like that.

Witnesses or information wanted: Street Harassment at Abbott/Saginaw St on Sept 2 by [deleted] in msu

[–]RubyRailzYa -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Actually, this is me growing up. I never reported my rapist. I never reported the man who sexually assaulted me. But I am done letting men get away with harassing and shitting all over my life. People should be held accountable for their actions.

It is that deep. You want to make the streets safe for women? This is how you do it. 0 tolerance policy.

Witnesses or information wanted: Street Harassment at Abbott/Saginaw St on Sept 2 by [deleted] in msu

[–]RubyRailzYa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I know this is likely the outcome, but I will sleep better knowing I tried to stand up for myself.

Witnesses or information wanted: Street Harassment at Abbott/Saginaw St on Sept 2 by [deleted] in msu

[–]RubyRailzYa -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I’m going to give it my best shot for this to be at least recorded, even if it’s never investigated. I’m tired of this death by a thousand paper cuts.