ManBikesDog
@manbikesdog.bsky.social
Active travel, utility biking, mountain biking, gravel, cargo biker. High Peak.
Once owner of a beige SAAB. Has an agenda.
https://youtube.com/@ManBikesDog
Once owner of a beige SAAB. Has an agenda.
https://youtube.com/@ManBikesDog
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Rope swings are inevitable: if nature and climate have conspired together to create a tree whose bows offer the perfect height for a swing, in a location looking over a river or steep slope, at some point in time one will appear.
February 3, 2026 at 5:55 PM
Rope swings are inevitable: if nature and climate have conspired together to create a tree whose bows offer the perfect height for a swing, in a location looking over a river or steep slope, at some point in time one will appear.
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As BikeIowa.com explains, this bill would essentially outlaw gravel riding in the state of Iowa because:
1) Absent other speed restrictions, the default speed limit in Iowa is 55 mph
2) Gravel roads likely are not signed with a different speed limit or it is above 25 mph
3) No bike lanes on gravel
1) Absent other speed restrictions, the default speed limit in Iowa is 55 mph
2) Gravel roads likely are not signed with a different speed limit or it is above 25 mph
3) No bike lanes on gravel
February 3, 2026 at 6:04 PM
As BikeIowa.com explains, this bill would essentially outlaw gravel riding in the state of Iowa because:
1) Absent other speed restrictions, the default speed limit in Iowa is 55 mph
2) Gravel roads likely are not signed with a different speed limit or it is above 25 mph
3) No bike lanes on gravel
1) Absent other speed restrictions, the default speed limit in Iowa is 55 mph
2) Gravel roads likely are not signed with a different speed limit or it is above 25 mph
3) No bike lanes on gravel
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Oof, bill in Iowa would ban bicycles, e-bikes, scooters, wheelchairs, strollers, skateboards, and other devices from roads with speed limits above 25 mph
www.bikeiowa.com/Feature/2118...
If you live in Iowa, or visit for RAGBRAI or other reasons, look to the Iowa Bicycle Coalition for next steps
www.bikeiowa.com/Feature/2118...
If you live in Iowa, or visit for RAGBRAI or other reasons, look to the Iowa Bicycle Coalition for next steps
BIKEIOWA - Your #1 source for Iowa bicycle rides, events and news.
The Most Anti-Bike Bill Iowa Has Ever Seen (Yes, Really)
www.bikeiowa.com
February 3, 2026 at 5:57 PM
Oof, bill in Iowa would ban bicycles, e-bikes, scooters, wheelchairs, strollers, skateboards, and other devices from roads with speed limits above 25 mph
www.bikeiowa.com/Feature/2118...
If you live in Iowa, or visit for RAGBRAI or other reasons, look to the Iowa Bicycle Coalition for next steps
www.bikeiowa.com/Feature/2118...
If you live in Iowa, or visit for RAGBRAI or other reasons, look to the Iowa Bicycle Coalition for next steps
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I'm on a train from Bristol to London.
As we left Bristol, I noticed the government today published its Fuel Finder API, sharing real time prices at petrol stations around the UK.
I'm just arriving in London, Here's the app that I made using AI while en route. fuel-finder-replit3507.replit.app
As we left Bristol, I noticed the government today published its Fuel Finder API, sharing real time prices at petrol stations around the UK.
I'm just arriving in London, Here's the app that I made using AI while en route. fuel-finder-replit3507.replit.app
fuel-finder-replit3507.replit.app
February 3, 2026 at 2:23 PM
I'm on a train from Bristol to London.
As we left Bristol, I noticed the government today published its Fuel Finder API, sharing real time prices at petrol stations around the UK.
I'm just arriving in London, Here's the app that I made using AI while en route. fuel-finder-replit3507.replit.app
As we left Bristol, I noticed the government today published its Fuel Finder API, sharing real time prices at petrol stations around the UK.
I'm just arriving in London, Here's the app that I made using AI while en route. fuel-finder-replit3507.replit.app
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This bastion of moral virtue has opinions about the Green Party.
Just remember that as they continue to attack us.
This is who they are. Mask is off.
Just remember that as they continue to attack us.
This is who they are. Mask is off.
February 2, 2026 at 9:56 PM
This bastion of moral virtue has opinions about the Green Party.
Just remember that as they continue to attack us.
This is who they are. Mask is off.
Just remember that as they continue to attack us.
This is who they are. Mask is off.
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Also the Green candidate seems absolutely lovely and a much needed breath of fresh air
EXCLUSIVE: Farage’s Worst NIGHTMARE? - Green By-Election Candidate Speaks Out
YouTube video by Owen Jones
youtu.be
February 3, 2026 at 8:12 AM
Also the Green candidate seems absolutely lovely and a much needed breath of fresh air
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Taxi drivers are also currently obliged by the law to help disabled passengers with luggage and any mobility aids, and assist them in finding and entering the vehicle upon pickup. Without a driver, that assistance vanishes.
February 2, 2026 at 4:30 PM
Taxi drivers are also currently obliged by the law to help disabled passengers with luggage and any mobility aids, and assist them in finding and entering the vehicle upon pickup. Without a driver, that assistance vanishes.
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This is one of my favorite optical illusions, because even when you know specifically HOW IT WORKS, it's still hard to make your brain believe it.
The image below is real-world video, but you're being tricked into believing it's an elaborate miniature by the DIORAMA EFFECT.
Let's talk about it.
The image below is real-world video, but you're being tricked into believing it's an elaborate miniature by the DIORAMA EFFECT.
Let's talk about it.
February 2, 2026 at 1:57 PM
This is one of my favorite optical illusions, because even when you know specifically HOW IT WORKS, it's still hard to make your brain believe it.
The image below is real-world video, but you're being tricked into believing it's an elaborate miniature by the DIORAMA EFFECT.
Let's talk about it.
The image below is real-world video, but you're being tricked into believing it's an elaborate miniature by the DIORAMA EFFECT.
Let's talk about it.
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Let's talk about who funds Reform.
Let's talk about how disastrous Brexit has been.
Let's talk about why Gorton & Denton must vote Green & stop Reform.
Why so quiet, Nigel Farage?
Let's talk about how disastrous Brexit has been.
Let's talk about why Gorton & Denton must vote Green & stop Reform.
Why so quiet, Nigel Farage?
February 2, 2026 at 2:54 PM
Let's talk about who funds Reform.
Let's talk about how disastrous Brexit has been.
Let's talk about why Gorton & Denton must vote Green & stop Reform.
Why so quiet, Nigel Farage?
Let's talk about how disastrous Brexit has been.
Let's talk about why Gorton & Denton must vote Green & stop Reform.
Why so quiet, Nigel Farage?
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City transportation official opts for white line and signage instead of gate to keep their baby off the stairs.
February 2, 2026 at 4:15 PM
City transportation official opts for white line and signage instead of gate to keep their baby off the stairs.
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Do I know any illustrators on here who might like to help me draw something a bit silly?
February 2, 2026 at 11:45 AM
Do I know any illustrators on here who might like to help me draw something a bit silly?
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ICE agents tried to quietly get Mexican food in Minneapolis, local neighbors and protesters found out and shamed then out of the neighborhood!
February 1, 2026 at 10:47 PM
ICE agents tried to quietly get Mexican food in Minneapolis, local neighbors and protesters found out and shamed then out of the neighborhood!
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Did you know that the first hub gear was a two-speed. William Reilly's The Hub (1898). The higher gear was a freewheel, the lower gear was fixed. Which makes a lot of sense, if you think about it.
February 1, 2026 at 9:50 PM
Did you know that the first hub gear was a two-speed. William Reilly's The Hub (1898). The higher gear was a freewheel, the lower gear was fixed. Which makes a lot of sense, if you think about it.
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Bollards save lives AND bring immense joy and happiness to the world.
#WorldBollardAssociation
#WorldBollardAssociation
February 1, 2026 at 9:55 PM
Bollards save lives AND bring immense joy and happiness to the world.
#WorldBollardAssociation
#WorldBollardAssociation
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I ghost wrote this guardian op ed for Leila from notes after she called me from the police station where she was about to be questioned
Leila Deen: Mandelson earned that custard
Leila Deen: I would not have resorted to throwing pudding had this government proved itself capable of mature debate
www.theguardian.com
February 1, 2026 at 7:23 PM
I ghost wrote this guardian op ed for Leila from notes after she called me from the police station where she was about to be questioned
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As the graphic so clearly shows US NHTSA data would support the concerns being raised…
February 1, 2026 at 7:20 AM
As the graphic so clearly shows US NHTSA data would support the concerns being raised…
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Branson is, and always has been, a desperate creep
Disgusting.
In an email on Sept. 11, 2013, Mr. Richard Branson, founder of the Virgin Group, wrote to Mr. Epstein, “It was really nice seeing you yesterday.” He added: “Any time you’re in the area would love to see you. As long as you bring your harem!”
www.nytimes.com/live/2026/01...
In an email on Sept. 11, 2013, Mr. Richard Branson, founder of the Virgin Group, wrote to Mr. Epstein, “It was really nice seeing you yesterday.” He added: “Any time you’re in the area would love to see you. As long as you bring your harem!”
www.nytimes.com/live/2026/01...
Live Updates: Millions of Pages of Epstein Documents Released
www.nytimes.com
January 31, 2026 at 5:50 PM
Branson is, and always has been, a desperate creep
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Stevenage New Town; the Clock Tower designed by Leonard Vincent of the Stevenage Development Corporation and unveiled by Queen Elizabeth II in 1959. Franta Belsky's sculptural relief of Lewis Silkin (Minister of Town and Country Planning, 1945-1950) was unveiled by Harold Wilson in 1974.
January 31, 2026 at 10:12 AM
Stevenage New Town; the Clock Tower designed by Leonard Vincent of the Stevenage Development Corporation and unveiled by Queen Elizabeth II in 1959. Franta Belsky's sculptural relief of Lewis Silkin (Minister of Town and Country Planning, 1945-1950) was unveiled by Harold Wilson in 1974.
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I see the Express is off it's tits again.
What is s proper brexit? And hasn't enough damage been caused already? A reminder that tou cannot keep idiots like this happy so you should ignore their dribbling rants
What is s proper brexit? And hasn't enough damage been caused already? A reminder that tou cannot keep idiots like this happy so you should ignore their dribbling rants
January 31, 2026 at 7:35 AM
I see the Express is off it's tits again.
What is s proper brexit? And hasn't enough damage been caused already? A reminder that tou cannot keep idiots like this happy so you should ignore their dribbling rants
What is s proper brexit? And hasn't enough damage been caused already? A reminder that tou cannot keep idiots like this happy so you should ignore their dribbling rants
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legitimately sad hearing about catherine o’hara, a true canadian icon ❤️🍁
January 30, 2026 at 10:07 PM
legitimately sad hearing about catherine o’hara, a true canadian icon ❤️🍁
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Great work highlighting this @sianberry.bsky.social. I also fear tech platforms, including trading apps, have made cash transfers frictionless, allowing large sums to move instantly. For those with addictive or compulsive tendencies this is especially risky. I’m not convinced safeguards are adequate
Over one million people in GB are now problem gamblers with many more at risk thanks to rampant adverts.
Local charity Breakeven provides support for thousands in the South East and has excellent insight into how we can reduce harm now, and protect future generations from this terrible addiction.
Local charity Breakeven provides support for thousands in the South East and has excellent insight into how we can reduce harm now, and protect future generations from this terrible addiction.
January 30, 2026 at 10:12 PM
Great work highlighting this @sianberry.bsky.social. I also fear tech platforms, including trading apps, have made cash transfers frictionless, allowing large sums to move instantly. For those with addictive or compulsive tendencies this is especially risky. I’m not convinced safeguards are adequate
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Over one million people in GB are now problem gamblers with many more at risk thanks to rampant adverts.
Local charity Breakeven provides support for thousands in the South East and has excellent insight into how we can reduce harm now, and protect future generations from this terrible addiction.
Local charity Breakeven provides support for thousands in the South East and has excellent insight into how we can reduce harm now, and protect future generations from this terrible addiction.
January 29, 2026 at 3:19 PM
Over one million people in GB are now problem gamblers with many more at risk thanks to rampant adverts.
Local charity Breakeven provides support for thousands in the South East and has excellent insight into how we can reduce harm now, and protect future generations from this terrible addiction.
Local charity Breakeven provides support for thousands in the South East and has excellent insight into how we can reduce harm now, and protect future generations from this terrible addiction.
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Infrastructure is infrastructure and just because it's not always full of people doesn't mean it shouldn't be cleared. The expectation should always be that bike and pedestrian infrastructure is a priority, not assumed to be unusable.
January 30, 2026 at 6:36 PM
Infrastructure is infrastructure and just because it's not always full of people doesn't mean it shouldn't be cleared. The expectation should always be that bike and pedestrian infrastructure is a priority, not assumed to be unusable.