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CyclingInASkirt

3 months

Psst...... heard today my cancer treatment worked! The last few months has been HARD but at least I've had you lovely #cycling lot to keep me entertained and your support definitely helped! See you back on the road soon! #CancerHasFuckedOff

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

8 months

Some crap personal news from me. Dismounting my bike for a bit as I've been diagnosed with cervical cancer. After this terrifying diagnosis, I start daily chemo and radiotherapy treatment for 6 weeks tomorrow. Please send all your good #cycling #fuckyoucancer vibes my way xxxx

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@CyclingInASkirt

2 years

If a road I've paid for from my tax isn't safe for me to cycle on, can I get a rebate?

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

1 year

Shared paths and cycle paths in a city centre are a really bad idea. #cycling in #Sheffield

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

2 years

WHY DONT CYCLISTS USE CYCLE LAAAAAANES?????!!!

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

2 years

No one cycles in #Sheffield , it’s too hilly. Why should we waste our council tax paying for infrastructure that no one will use. Sheffield #cyclists - hold my beer. Pics @imajez1 @domwhiting #drumandbass

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

4 months

Not normally a big deal, but this cancer patient went and did some shopping on her bike for the first time in six months. Small victories, bit I'm having it. #fuckoffcancer

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

2 years

Why we cycle in the 'middle of the road'.......

BiciBandido

@BiciBandido

2 years

"Pegadito a los estacionados así no estorbas" dicen los #AsesinosAlVolante

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

7 months

Hey #cycling people - Today is officially the half way point of first phase of my cancer treatment. Can I get a "WOOOOOAAAAAH, LIVIN ON A PRAYER!!!!" #fuckoffcancer

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

1 year

They absolutely cannot help themselves can they. #cycling in #Sheffield

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

2 years

Mate, seriously impressive..... #cycling in #Sheffield

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

2 years

1 car park space, 10 bikes.

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

2 years

I passed an enormous car park tonight with only one car in it. If motorists can't be bothered to use it then they should RIP IT OUT!!!!

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

2 years

I'm not anti car. I own and drive one. The majority of those who ride a bike do. It's not mutually exclusive. I choose to ride a bike the majority of the time bc its quicker for short journeys and work where parking is abysmal. I'm an excellent driver, because I'm also a cyclist.

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

2 years

My ebike motor assist cuts out at 15.5mph. Now do the same to cars.

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

1 year

WTAF?! Not sorry for the swearing. #cycling in #Sheffield

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

1 year

My fellow commuter and her little and very cute sidekick this evening finding safer sanctuary on the pavement as this ‘cycle lane’ is utterly vile - and ends predictably. Just what was this Porsche trying to do exactly? #cycling in #Sheffield

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

1 year

I’m always shocked SHOCKED I tell you that motorists cannot bring themselves to stay the hell out of the tiny bit of road put there to keep me safe. #cycling in #Sheffield

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

1 year

So desperate was she to get to that parking spot, I was clearly entirely dispensable. She wouldn’t even give me eye contact. #cycling in #Sheffield

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

6 months

Hello #cycling lovelies update from me - after 5 weeks of Chemo and radiotherapy feeling pretty poorly now. Next is a few days in hospital next week undergoing brachytherapy then it's fingers crossed to see if all of that has worked.. I miss my bike and normality. #fuckoffcancer

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

6 months

Morning #cycling lovelies - Pleased to say all of my intensive daily cancer treatment over the last 6 weeks has now finished! Now a few weeks to rest, recover and a wait to see if this has worked.... #fuckoffcancer #marathonnotasprint

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

1 year

Dear motorist - don’t cut junctions when there’s something coming the other way. Fortunately for you, this cyclists observation skills are far better than yours. Drive better. #cycling in #Sheffield

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

8 months

Starting Week 2 of Chemo and daily radiotherapy today. Feeling alright, need to keep remembering I'm enduring this for a good reason and to bear with..... Thankyou for your lovely messages they absolutely help this mardy arse. #fuckoffcancer so I can get back to #cycling

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

2 years

Totally deliberate blocking of the Advanced Stop Line. Not frigging having it. #cycling in #Sheffield

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

8 months

I didn't share it here, but my dad died in May after being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer - 6 weeks was all he got start to finish. Double #fuckyoucancer This year's been, a lot already. Thankyou for all your messages I've appreciated every one. #cycling twitter is ace.

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

6 months

#Well , I made it to 51 !

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@CyclingInASkirt

22 days

When you know they’ve seen you, because clearly they must be using their mirrors right?! - but still they don’t want to give you your lane... #cycling in #sheffield

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

2 years

As a motorist and cyclist I have absolutely no problem putting pedestrians first, because I'm a decent human. #HighwayCode

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@CyclingInASkirt

1 year

You can’t see if you don’t look. (Awaits all the reasons why this is entirely my own fault why this driver did not stop at the junction) Uphill #cycling in #Sheffield

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

1 year

Just how selfish and entitled do you have to be to do this.

Sky News

@SkyNews

6 years

Watch as a woman brazenly moves a cordon and drives through hundreds of runners at the Plymouth half marathon

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

7 months

Hey #cycling tribe - Week 5 of cancer treatment and I'm feeling feeling absolutely shite. It's rough. BUT SOME GOOD NEWS - it's working! The massive tumour has shrunk by more than half! Send pictures of your lovely bicycles somewhere nice to cheer this mardy arse up! X

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

1 year

Why cyclists don’t use cycle lanes reason no.396 #cycling in #Sheffield

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

2 months

THIS is why we have cameras.

JUST.RIDE

@HiJustRide

5 years

1: So my crash footage has been doing the rounds today. Hitting over 1,300shares on Facebook with 111k views. @theJeremyVine was also kind enough to share it too. I’m happy for it to be seen, provided it inspires a positive discussion about genuine road courtesy and kindness.

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

1 year

I lost one of my favourite cycling gloves last week - looked everywhere could not find it. Swung by decathlon on my way home to buy another pair- and said glove fell out of my helmet. I've been wearing the bugger on my head every day for the last week people!

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

2 years

I wish someone would make the Cycling equivalent of Top Gear for telly.....

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

6 months

Currently on our roads; ● 719,000 unlicensed drivers ● 1,000,000 uninsured drivers ● 3,800,000 vehicles without an MOT ● 192,100 drivers banned for driving drunk ● 68,000 drivers banned for driving drugged But yeah, let's talk about what cyclists are doing.....

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

4 months

There seems to be an increase in people incriminating themselves on social media because their deep hatered of other road users. Bizarre behaviour.

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

1 year

Revving your engine on my back wheel at the lights does not make your willy bigger Mr range rover. One of those times I wish I had a rear camera.

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

2 years

Oh dear I seem to have attracted some bottom feeders giving me shit for buying a new bike and then telling people about it. I work hard and I save hard and it’s my main form of transport. And It’s a hell of a lot less ££ than a new bloody car - sod off!

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

1 year

Nice email today saying thanks for leaving a note on a car after I saw it hit and the other vehicle drove off. The footage I submitted to insurance co. meant they recovered £1500 from the guilty party. Thats 2nd time in 18months. Bloody #cyclists and their bloody cameras.....

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

1 year

It’s really icy and snowing, but clearly this driver couldn’t wait more than a couple of seconds to get passed. I think I made my feelings on the matter clear..... #cycling in #Sheffield

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

2 years

When a #cyclist feels safer on the road instead of the cycle lane, you know the cycle lane is crap.

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

1 year

WHY DONT CYCLISTS USE THE CYCLE LANE!!!!!! The cycle lane. #cycling in #Sheffield

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

1 year

Sitting right on my back wheel, loudly revving your wankpanzer engine on a 20mph residential street with cars parked on either side, doesn't make me go any faster - in fact, it has the exact opposite effect. #cycling in #Sheffield

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

1 year

To go straight to this level of anger from the beginning is scary. What exactly was his intention by getting out of the car? And I wouldn't have told him about the handbrake.

Northfield cyclist

@Northfieldcycl1

1 year

Only worthy of a "Warning letter sent for inconsiderate driving" from Warwickshire Police. I was indicating to turn right approx 50yds before turn=Brake checked and 2 very, very angry people #hockleyheath #cycling

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

1 year

Gone dark for a bit. DMs are getting a bit vile. I'll take the padlock off once the wankpanzer worshipping fanboys have stopped crying after being triggered by a middle aged woman on a bicycle daring to have an opinion.

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

4 months

Can't wait to find out how this was the cyclists fault.....

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

1 year

So, after getting big piles of smelly brown stuff flung at me last weekend on twitter for not using my bell enough on a shared cycle path, this time I did, lots - and this is the fairly typical reaction. #cycling in #Sheffield #damnedifyoudodamnedifyoudont

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

2 years

Why is my ebike limited to 15.9mph, yet all the vehicles I share the roads with are not? Does technology exist to ensure vehicles can only drive at the set speed limit? If so, why aren't we using it?

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

1 year

Motorist: I’m going to look at this woman coming up the hill towards me at this junction, and then I’m just going to pull out anyway because I’m a massive twat and her life doesn’t matter. Me: you’re a massive twat. #cycling in #Sheffield

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

2 years

Things I like about #cycling to work in #Sheffield * I know how long it’ll take me * I get exercise every day * I get out in fresh air every day * I spend nothing on parking * I spend nothing on petrol * keeps me sane * I’m not contributing to pollution around the hospital You?

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

2 years

Tell me you ride a bike without telling me you ride a bike. When you say "Stay Safe" instead of goodbye to your friends....

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

2 years

I passed my driving test 33 yrs ago and driven all sorts of vehicles large & small all over Europe. But apparently the moment I get on my bike I have absolutely no idea about the Highway Code, rules of the road or common sense -am suddenly kamikaze death wish road user? Hmmm.

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

1 year

Today I shall mostly be turning 50! #NewProfilePic

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

1 year

I've not insulted or name called anyone on here this weekend. But have endured endless insults, been called some vile names, had my parenting called into question, my clothing choices scrutinised, my gender belittled..... Wont stop me #cycling in #Sheffield though, soz.

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

4 months

Starting to feel better, so pulled off it's dusty covers and taken the bike for a spin round the block for the first time in 6 months. Was a bit nervous I'd have forgotten how, but it's true - its just like riding a bike.....! #cycling in #Sheffield and #fuckoffcancer

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

5 months

If pedestrians are now the priority in the hierarchy of road users, why are the lights red by default? Need to be default green and traffic press a damned beg button....

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

1 year

This is really bloody annoying

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

1 year

I rarely block commenting on my posts because why bother otherwise. However - ive done it twice on my last couple because the pure hatred, vitriol and abuse is now at a whole new, vile and horrible level. They are trying to frighten me off here, but I'm going nowhere. #cycling

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

2 years

I cycled past an empty petrol station today. Not a single car was using it. Should rip them all out if people can't be bothered to use them!!

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

1 year

@GlosPolSpecOps Now do cars driving on pavements to park near schools.

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

6 months

Post treatment stroll outside for the first time in a few weeks with Husband and youngest son. Taking one step at a time. #fuckoffcancer #backonabikesoon

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

2 years

How should I wear my insurance and tax documents so they're visible to motorists to check before they decide to try and kill me or not?

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

1 year

@tonyblackburn Cyclists very often are car owners. So are many marathon runners at a marathon 'event'. How much do you pay more than anyone else exactly to use the road than either of these? You're aware general taxation pays for roads - which we all pay - arent you?

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CyclingInASkirt

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1 year

@estherk_k Motorists Stop messing with your phones and pay attention to the bloody road. You need spatial awareness to stay alert, especially when you're driving alongside cyclists. If we have to stay alert, so should you.

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

2 years

FANTASTIC!!! Road closed FOR cyclists!! Planning my tootle up there next weekend. #SnakePass

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

2 years

Just LOOK at all the #cyclists on the pavement here!!! Oh.

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@CyclingInASkirt

2 years

Listening to the news whilst eating breakfast- in 2 minutes, two separate stories of a #cyclist in a coma and a horse killed after being hit by drivers. Just when will people realise it isn't bicycles which are the problem....?

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CyclingInASkirt

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2 years

People who break into an NHS #Sheffield cancer hospital @WestonParkCC staff bike shed and steal their transport whilst they are working inside are total scum.

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

3 months

See, it's not hard.

Safe Cycling Ireland 🇮🇪

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

2 years

Absolutely no one cycles to the supermarket, in the wind and rain, in November - NO ONE! Oh and @LidlGB please provide some #cycle parking here for your customers, it was in your planning application, but is still very much not here - Chesterfield Rd #Sheffield S8 Thankyou!

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

1 year

Absolutely pissing it down with well needed rain on my journey to work this morning. Many more people queuing in their metal overcoats being angry, cyclists grinning at each other like cheshire cats! I know which way I'd rather commute! #cycling in #Sheffield

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

2 years

Dear @sainsburys S7 - after years of asking for bike parking, I went to try out the new ones today. I'm not sure who you consulted when you installed these, certainly not a #cyclist , but I for one shan't be using these, or your shop, until you have something better than this.

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

1 year

Having been a pedestrian commuter today can confirm that we are the very lowest priority. Cars are what matter most here, sod absolutely everyone else.

EYEYE Ethical & Independent 👁️

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@felly500

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

1 year

TWO FUCKING YEARS.

Surrey Police

@SurreyPolice

1 year

This harrowing footage shows the dangers posed by those who drive whilst under the influence. You are putting your life and the lives of others at risk. The driver was sentenced to jail after running over a cyclist in broad daylight. Full story:

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

3 months

There were some dark days over the last few months lying in my sick bed, dreaming of a chip butty here. Never take it for granted. #cycling in #Sheffield

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@CyclingInASkirt

1 year

Motorist breaks the law and gets banned from driving - immediately wants to know how to break the law on an ebike. Seriously?

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

1 year

This is why cyclists ride IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD. This happens so often here where drivers just don’t look before they pull out. #cycling in #Sheffield

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

2 months

Starting a phased return to work tomorrow after 6 months off dealing with the whole cancer shizzle - so im ready for the commute, the GoPro is charged and I've upgraded the @PassPixi bike hardware! She's baaaaaaaack!

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

2 years

Paint is not infrastructure #cycling in #Sheffield

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

2 months

Quite why posts pointing out shit driving attract it, but yesterdays vileness will now be dealt with by the police under malicious communications. You are not anonymous here. If you think you can write abhorrent stuff and get away with it, you are quite wrong.

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

2 years

As a driver, I'd like to see mandatory retests every 3-5 years in order to retain a license and maintain knowledge and road skills. Far better use of resources than all this nonsense about speeding #cyclists eh @grantshapps ?

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

2 years

I’m getting beeped at because I’m at the wrong side of the magic paint lane - which as you can see is little better than a farm track - doing 20mph downhill and have held this motorist up for a few seconds in their desperation to reach the traffic lights. #cycling in #Sheffield

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

1 year

That cyclist doesn't seem to be having the same issues.....

Urban Pictures

@Urban_Pictures

1 year

Vehicles crash & motorists abandon cars as heavy snow hits Gloucestershire. Motorists were involved in crashes as heavy snow hit the Southwest today (Dec 11). Footage taken at Leckhampton Hill in Cheltenham shows motorists struggling to cope. #Gloucestershire #Cheltenham #snow

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2 years

Hear that? I’m getting beeped at for holding up the traffic. For an ambulance on blue lights. Good job one of us is paying attention. #cycling in #Sheffield

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

8 months

#NewProfilePic Getting off and pushing for a bit #Cycling #JourneyPaused #FuckYouCancer

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@CyclingInASkirt

1 year

It’s only a cyclist so I’ll go anyway. #cycling in #Sheffield

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

2 years

If I had bicycle insurance, paid a bicycle tax and took a bicycle test and had a registration number on my bicycle - how would this improve motorists driving standards? (Readers, I'm insured, pay tax, have a license to drive several types of vehicles and my bike is registered)

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

3 months

More of this!

Cllr. Dan Boyle/An Comhairleoir Dónal Ó Baoill

@sendboyle

3 months

Love this. Deputy Lord Mayor, Cllr. Colette Finn claiming the parking space in the City Hall 'car' Park for her bike.

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

21 days

To be clear - I've changed the replies setting to those I follow because, as usual, the inevitable knuckle daggers, mysoginists, and general binjuice scrapings are out in force. Women have a right to choose who to converse with, even on social media. Have a fabulous day!

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CyclingInASkirt

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2 years

So pedestrians should just take their chances on the busy A61 then? @ParkinginSheff

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@CyclingInASkirt

1 year

Can anyone else see the cyclist in the picture?

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@CyclingInASkirt

2 months

Back out in nature. #cycling is so good for the soul.

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CyclingInASkirt

@CyclingInASkirt

3 years

Behind me from 1st lights. Shouts abuse at me b4 second light, blocks the cycle lane. Nearly crashes with oncoming vehicle Catch him at 3rd lights, blocks the cycle lane again. Reporting to @SYPOperations . Name please. And don’t call me sweetheart, prick. #cycling in #Sheffield

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2 years

Bloody #cyclists jumping red lights! Oh.

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1 year

Shiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiit!

Gary Craig

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1 year

@cyclegaz This was my close pass yesterday Phew

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2 years

They’d just passed me, the light was red when they got there - this is a choice. #cycling in #Sheffield

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@CyclingInASkirt

2 years

£75 worth of shopping on a bike. As ever, my car not required. #cycling in #Sheffield

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@CyclingInASkirt

1 year

Probably should have held back longer because he clearly didn’t give a shit about us in the first place, but he changed his mind what direction he was going in and so I was obviously dispensable. This is why ASLs are needed. #cycling in #Sheffield

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