Sarah Frumento
@sarahfrumento.com
I’m a dog mum, wife, sister, aunty and cargo bike enthusiast who is passionate about community, road safety, climate action and unicorns. Currently working as a cargo bike matchmaker. Retired SLP | YYJBike | she/her |🏡 CSaan | 🏢 City of Victoria
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Sarah Frumento
@sarahfrumento.com
· Aug 18
Reflecting on social media and loneliness
It's been a different year - not bad, just different. In January I deleted all of my Meta accounts and then took a break from all social media. It was initially just intended to be a month long break but I think it ended up being three months. Since then, I've been somewhat active on Bluesky (basically the only platform I'm on now; I don't really count LinkedIn, as I'm not active there).
sarahfrumento.com
Hi friends, I know I haven't been super active here since my break earlier this year (it's been a different year). I've decided to take another hiatus from social media but will be posting updates through my website as I mull over how I want to spend my time. Feel free to contact me through there!
Reposted by Sarah Frumento
Borrowed a Box Bike from @familycycles.bsky.social
I have to admit, I was sad to say goodbye after only 7 days...
youtu.be/u8Yx7ZebXuo?...
I have to admit, I was sad to say goodbye after only 7 days...
youtu.be/u8Yx7ZebXuo?...
One Week With a Bakfiets
YouTube video by Nic Laporte
youtu.be
December 18, 2025 at 9:27 PM
Borrowed a Box Bike from @familycycles.bsky.social
I have to admit, I was sad to say goodbye after only 7 days...
youtu.be/u8Yx7ZebXuo?...
I have to admit, I was sad to say goodbye after only 7 days...
youtu.be/u8Yx7ZebXuo?...
Not only is it great to see Victoria getting recognized for being an amazing, and family friendly, cycling city but it's awesome to see all the pride in the many posts about this video here.🥰
The Best Cycling City No One Talks About
with (among many others) @burgundavia.bsky.social and @ryanjabs.bsky.social
with (among many others) @burgundavia.bsky.social and @ryanjabs.bsky.social
The Best Cycling City No One Talks About
YouTube video by Oh The Urbanity!
youtu.be
November 27, 2025 at 7:43 AM
Not only is it great to see Victoria getting recognized for being an amazing, and family friendly, cycling city but it's awesome to see all the pride in the many posts about this video here.🥰
What I've been up to in my spare time this year: extricating myself from services run by big-tech companies.
Extricating myself from big-tech
For so many reasons, one of my projects this year, has been to extricate myself from big-tech and it's been a process but I feel like I'm nearly there.1 What started it all? The catalyst was an email from my doctor last fall but, when I think about it, it goes further back than that. I've known for a long time that there are problems with social media and big tech.
sarahfrumento.com
September 18, 2025 at 4:58 PM
What I've been up to in my spare time this year: extricating myself from services run by big-tech companies.
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We need input from the cycling community, and others, on where to place our “parking zones” for the e-bike share program. Please provide input.
@erikwdv.bsky.social @sarahfrumento.bike @kellyblack.ca @sv-rub-a-dub.bsky.social @raynarambling.bsky.social @bromptonymous.ca
engage.victoria.ca/bikeshare
@erikwdv.bsky.social @sarahfrumento.bike @kellyblack.ca @sv-rub-a-dub.bsky.social @raynarambling.bsky.social @bromptonymous.ca
engage.victoria.ca/bikeshare
Bike Share Parking Zones
What’s Happening A new e-bike share system is coming to Victoria that will provide residents and visitors with more options to get around. Easy-to-ride e-bikes and helmets will be available in designa...
engage.victoria.ca
August 28, 2025 at 6:28 PM
We need input from the cycling community, and others, on where to place our “parking zones” for the e-bike share program. Please provide input.
@erikwdv.bsky.social @sarahfrumento.bike @kellyblack.ca @sv-rub-a-dub.bsky.social @raynarambling.bsky.social @bromptonymous.ca
engage.victoria.ca/bikeshare
@erikwdv.bsky.social @sarahfrumento.bike @kellyblack.ca @sv-rub-a-dub.bsky.social @raynarambling.bsky.social @bromptonymous.ca
engage.victoria.ca/bikeshare
Hi friends, I know I haven't been super active here since my break earlier this year (it's been a different year). I've decided to take another hiatus from social media but will be posting updates through my website as I mull over how I want to spend my time. Feel free to contact me through there!
Reflecting on social media and loneliness
It's been a different year - not bad, just different. In January I deleted all of my Meta accounts and then took a break from all social media. It was initially just intended to be a month long break but I think it ended up being three months. Since then, I've been somewhat active on Bluesky (basically the only platform I'm on now; I don't really count LinkedIn, as I'm not active there).
sarahfrumento.com
August 18, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Hi friends, I know I haven't been super active here since my break earlier this year (it's been a different year). I've decided to take another hiatus from social media but will be posting updates through my website as I mull over how I want to spend my time. Feel free to contact me through there!
Reposted by Sarah Frumento
Life of a modern family with young kids in Victoria, the local govt is going all in on creating equity for all types of transportation for whatever you choose to use. Nice to see that cycling is finally getting the space & resources it deserves. IMO single greatest climate mitigation govt can do.
Scenes from my #ebike commute to work each day. The little exercise, feeling the wind and sun, and being in a bit of nature helps balance work stress. I find my days feel far better starting (and ending) this way! #cargobikelife #yyj #saanich
August 17, 2025 at 4:10 PM
Life of a modern family with young kids in Victoria, the local govt is going all in on creating equity for all types of transportation for whatever you choose to use. Nice to see that cycling is finally getting the space & resources it deserves. IMO single greatest climate mitigation govt can do.
Reposted by Sarah Frumento
Victoria, want to meet a cancer warrior & bestselling author? I’ll be at the James Bay market Saturday from 9-3! I’ll have both my murder mysteries on hand! Don’t let the rain keep you away! (Yes, I am wearing plaid on plaid!) 😬🙄❤️ #yyj @jamesbaymarket #fuckcancer #booktwt
August 15, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Victoria, want to meet a cancer warrior & bestselling author? I’ll be at the James Bay market Saturday from 9-3! I’ll have both my murder mysteries on hand! Don’t let the rain keep you away! (Yes, I am wearing plaid on plaid!) 😬🙄❤️ #yyj @jamesbaymarket #fuckcancer #booktwt
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Following @victoria.ca is a good way to keep on top of news, construction, engagement opportunities, events, and more in our city.
#yyj
#yyj
Folks, give @victoria.ca a follow on this platform.
Our comms team is facing the reality of going from 40,000 X followers to 978 Bluesky followers. We’re doing the right thing by ditching the toxic platform, but we need those followers back.
bsky.app/profile/vict...
Our comms team is facing the reality of going from 40,000 X followers to 978 Bluesky followers. We’re doing the right thing by ditching the toxic platform, but we need those followers back.
bsky.app/profile/vict...
bsky.app
August 15, 2025 at 7:03 PM
Following @victoria.ca is a good way to keep on top of news, construction, engagement opportunities, events, and more in our city.
#yyj
#yyj
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When I had my eyes opened to the benefits of active cities that didn't prioritize the car, I feel what struck me the most was how bicycles moved so many people without adding to the noise, chaos, and relative danger that cars bring to our streets. I could never unsee that experience.
August 13, 2025 at 12:07 PM
When I had my eyes opened to the benefits of active cities that didn't prioritize the car, I feel what struck me the most was how bicycles moved so many people without adding to the noise, chaos, and relative danger that cars bring to our streets. I could never unsee that experience.
Gotta love the ebike (& e-cargo bike) life in Victoria 😊
I had a lot of fun riding my #ebike downtown to meet good friends at a pub patio. Catching up with friends can seem hard to do when it's busy but it always makes me feel better. It's nice being out to catch the sunset and city lights too.
#ebike #yyj #cargobikelife
#ebike #yyj #cargobikelife
August 14, 2025 at 3:48 AM
Gotta love the ebike (& e-cargo bike) life in Victoria 😊
Reposted by Sarah Frumento
"Luigi" on the lamb. Keep your eyes open Nanaimo, he may have slipped into your vehicle on the "Coastal Inspiration" ferry travelling from Duke Point to Tsawwassen.
Cat goes missing on ferry sailing between Nanaimo and Tsawwassen
Luigi's owner is offering a reward for the pet's safe return
www.nanaimobulletin.com
August 13, 2025 at 2:10 AM
"Luigi" on the lamb. Keep your eyes open Nanaimo, he may have slipped into your vehicle on the "Coastal Inspiration" ferry travelling from Duke Point to Tsawwassen.
Reposted by Sarah Frumento
Same for us! We will hit two years of riding my cargo bike for most trips in the city in October. Two kids in the inner city. My kids prefer the bike to the car & now often ask to ride their own bikes (which we try to say yes to as often as is feasible). I can't go back to driving everywhere now.
This!! We're nearing two years of cargo bike life. It's enabled us to remain a one car family, even as we moved farther from downtown and had another kid.
The affordability of car-light living:
"American households – maybe not most of them, but a significant percentage of them – have the opportunity to dump one of their cars and save a bunch of money."
Urbanists should hammer away at this point, noting how e-bikes/cargo bikes make it easier.
"American households – maybe not most of them, but a significant percentage of them – have the opportunity to dump one of their cars and save a bunch of money."
Urbanists should hammer away at this point, noting how e-bikes/cargo bikes make it easier.
August 12, 2025 at 3:37 PM
Same for us! We will hit two years of riding my cargo bike for most trips in the city in October. Two kids in the inner city. My kids prefer the bike to the car & now often ask to ride their own bikes (which we try to say yes to as often as is feasible). I can't go back to driving everywhere now.
Reposted by Sarah Frumento
Joe Rogan Doesn't Understand Graphs
YouTube video by Climate Town
youtu.be
August 12, 2025 at 5:16 PM
Reposted by Sarah Frumento
Paris Cycling Investment Helps Cut Pollution in Half.
momentummag.com/paris-proves...
momentummag.com/paris-proves...
Paris Cycling Investment Helps Cut Pollution in Half
So how did Paris, once choked with vehicle traffic and notorious for its pollution, pull off such a turnaround?
momentummag.com
August 12, 2025 at 1:09 PM
Paris Cycling Investment Helps Cut Pollution in Half.
momentummag.com/paris-proves...
momentummag.com/paris-proves...
Reposted by Sarah Frumento
📍 Help shape Victoria’s e-bike share system by telling us where you want to go! Suggest parking zone locations (where shared e-bikes will be parked and available for use) by dropping pins on the map at engage.victoria.ca/bikeshare before Sept. 24! #yyjbike
August 12, 2025 at 5:20 PM
📍 Help shape Victoria’s e-bike share system by telling us where you want to go! Suggest parking zone locations (where shared e-bikes will be parked and available for use) by dropping pins on the map at engage.victoria.ca/bikeshare before Sept. 24! #yyjbike
Service Alert: Temporary Delays on the E&N Rail Trail - Active August 12, 2025
#YYJBike
I received this by email (not sure if @crdbc.bsky.social is actively posting here)
#YYJBike
I received this by email (not sure if @crdbc.bsky.social is actively posting here)
August 12, 2025 at 5:48 PM
Service Alert: Temporary Delays on the E&N Rail Trail - Active August 12, 2025
#YYJBike
I received this by email (not sure if @crdbc.bsky.social is actively posting here)
#YYJBike
I received this by email (not sure if @crdbc.bsky.social is actively posting here)
Reposted by Sarah Frumento
If you bike in or near Victoria BC you need to download and print the @crdbc.bsky.social Bike Map! Print the portions you need, or the whole thing. Ask for colour copies at CRD offices. www.crd.ca/programs-ser...
August 11, 2025 at 12:20 AM
If you bike in or near Victoria BC you need to download and print the @crdbc.bsky.social Bike Map! Print the portions you need, or the whole thing. Ask for colour copies at CRD offices. www.crd.ca/programs-ser...
Update on the Lochside Pig(let)s: their names are Cookiedough, Honey, and Butter 😍
www.timescolonist.com/local-news/l...
www.timescolonist.com/local-news/l...
August 10, 2025 at 3:29 PM
Update on the Lochside Pig(let)s: their names are Cookiedough, Honey, and Butter 😍
www.timescolonist.com/local-news/l...
www.timescolonist.com/local-news/l...
Reposted by Sarah Frumento
If the bike lane feels lethal, take the sidewalk.
Don't be an asshole, respect the space and safety of those walking, and don’t let some loud mouth transportation purist bully you into riding where you don’t feel safe.
Don't be an asshole, respect the space and safety of those walking, and don’t let some loud mouth transportation purist bully you into riding where you don’t feel safe.
August 9, 2025 at 10:32 PM
If the bike lane feels lethal, take the sidewalk.
Don't be an asshole, respect the space and safety of those walking, and don’t let some loud mouth transportation purist bully you into riding where you don’t feel safe.
Don't be an asshole, respect the space and safety of those walking, and don’t let some loud mouth transportation purist bully you into riding where you don’t feel safe.
Everyone in the #yyjbike community needs to hop on their bikes and ride up Lochside to say ‘hi’ to the new little piglets! They are adorable (making the cutest little grunting sounds). I just noticed them on my way home last night and literally slammed on my brakes to stop for a visit. 😍🚲 🐖
August 9, 2025 at 3:08 PM
Everyone in the #yyjbike community needs to hop on their bikes and ride up Lochside to say ‘hi’ to the new little piglets! They are adorable (making the cutest little grunting sounds). I just noticed them on my way home last night and literally slammed on my brakes to stop for a visit. 😍🚲 🐖
Reposted by Sarah Frumento
I've had my Tern GSD S10 for SIX years today. 🎂 Celebrated by running errands. 😜 In 24,105km, I've carried many many different passengers, so many loads of groceries, & random awkward stuff like today's mostly full keg of beer.
#CarryShitOlympics #GettingStuffDone #WhoNeedsACar #CargoBikeLife
#CarryShitOlympics #GettingStuffDone #WhoNeedsACar #CargoBikeLife
August 7, 2025 at 11:21 PM
I've had my Tern GSD S10 for SIX years today. 🎂 Celebrated by running errands. 😜 In 24,105km, I've carried many many different passengers, so many loads of groceries, & random awkward stuff like today's mostly full keg of beer.
#CarryShitOlympics #GettingStuffDone #WhoNeedsACar #CargoBikeLife
#CarryShitOlympics #GettingStuffDone #WhoNeedsACar #CargoBikeLife
Reposted by Sarah Frumento
A sneak peak of tomorrow's @timescolonist.bsky.social front page
August 5, 2025 at 1:59 AM
A sneak peak of tomorrow's @timescolonist.bsky.social front page