POC or women getting harassed while on bike?

I’ve had a slate of verbal harassment in the last weeks while out on my bike, minding my business and taking the same route as I always take to work / home. It is rush hour and I am surrounded by other cyclists, yet I’m constantly singled out and yelled at or harassed.
Today, as I rode by a large group of people on the bike path, a guy sidled up close to me and said in my ear as I cautiously wound around the crowd , “you think you’re special ?” . Mind you, there’s at least two cyclists behind me he didn’t bother.
These things happen at least once a week so I am wondering if it’s happening to others.

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u/According_Trainer418 — 7 days ago

37F, POC, looking for a partner to do lane swim?

Preferably around ages 38-58M. Plant Bath, Jack Purcell, Brewer Park pools are all near me . Not ideal but St Laurent Pool on Côté could work.
I am trying to get over a fear of the deep end but I’m a decent swimmer!

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u/According_Trainer418 — 10 days ago

#amitheasshole

Are bikes not allowed on the bus lane at Lyon Station ? There is a small bit of street by the NE corner of Food Basics and I usually go up Lyon Street south. There is a bus stop area for buses only and then the bike lane starts (heading South ).
I always assumed bicycles can use that lane as it merged into the bike lane after the light. I’m very confused now.
If not, which lane does a cyclist turning right from Queen onto Lyon St going southbound go onto? Thank you.

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u/According_Trainer418 — 13 days ago
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Be honest: how is the cockroach and mice/rat situation in Kumasi?

I am considering moving to Kumasi from Canada. We had those issues here as well but if I’m renting an apartment in Kumasi, should I expect to see roaches and mice inside my unit or building? Any experiences is welcome.
I just feel people don’t talk enough about infestations and sanitation, in every country’s forums.
Medaase

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u/According_Trainer418 — 20 days ago

Looking for Pen Pal in Ghana

My daughter (age 7) is looking for a Ghanaian pen pal living in Ghana , around ages 7-11. She is Ghanaian (living in Canada) and is looking to connect before coming to Kumasi next year.
Looking to write the traditional way: through snail mail (post).
Preference for write in English and Twi .

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u/According_Trainer418 — 23 days ago
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Looking for Pen Pal

My daughter (age 7) is looking for a Ghanaian pen pal living in Ghana , around ages 7-11. She is Ghanaian (living in Canada) and is looking to connect before coming to Kumasi next year.
Looking to write the traditional way: through snail mail (post).
Preference for write in English and Twi .

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u/According_Trainer418 — 23 days ago

Where can I find catfish in town ? I’m not talking about dating sites either :-P..

I would like to try and fry some at home. I’ve never tried it. Thanks !
So far: none at Kowloon or food basics , I didn’t see any at Walmart either.

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u/According_Trainer418 — 28 days ago

Been lurking, now I’m an official cargo bike owner. I named the bike Carmen the Kona.

I loaded Carmen up with $250 worth of groceries for one dog and 3 kids. This bike is a birthday present to myself (new to me). It’ll be used mainly for trips to the beach, library hauls, laundromat trips for linens and oversized blankets, and weekly groceries! Plus a lot more random stuff, I’m sure!

My daily bike is also a Kona!

u/According_Trainer418 — 1 month ago

1980s steel MTB frame upgraded to a gravel bike for one cool high schooler .

Local brand based out of Alberta , this Tech Nova is fun to ride around town. What do you think of the components ?

u/According_Trainer418 — 3 months ago

How long after a saddle sore do you start riding?

I got one yesterday so painful because my seat was lowered too low by a family member and I rode it for 8km to work. Seething pain and white bump where my leg meets my rear.

However I need to cycle to get back to work this week but cannot imagine even looking at a bike for weeks.

Any experiences with saddle sores?

I don’t wear kits (I was in cotton sweatpants, no undies) but now I’m considering specific cycling shorts.

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u/According_Trainer418 — 3 months ago

Looking for bomb proof tires for this steel bike. I get a lot of flats and I’m riding urban, downtown streets with hella construction. Any suggestions? What tires do you run for your commute?

Yes my bike is my phone wallpaper.

u/According_Trainer418 — 4 months ago