One of the main reasons I still prefer Google to ChatGPT for quick research queries: ChatGPT over-relies on weak or questionable sources, like Wikipedia and other non-official sites. At least with Google, I can navigate to reliable, rock-solid sources. I worry that most people won’t do this.

From @scribener.bsky.social, for Skies Magazine: « Her nearly two decades in the role have witnessed a major expansion of the organization’s capabilities, adding a paint facility, AMO-rated welding capability, and approval to manufacture and certify aeronautical products. » More below. | 🛩️ 🦆 👩🏻‍✈️ 🧰 🥇

Installed road tires on my Broam, in a bid to make it faster on pavement. They didn’t provide the immediate boost I hoped for, but I think that’s partly down to my conditioning. They do corner well, and feel comfortable at 40 km/h-plus. I’ll reserve further judgment until I’ve broken them in.

From @scribener.bsky.social, writing for Skies Magazine: « After initial trials … the company is now developing a larger prototype built on a Cessna 150. Ribbit’s targeted sweet spot is six- to 19-passenger planes, which it believes could carry significantly more cargo at a lower cost … » | 🛩️ 📡 🥇

It’s weird to live in a time when basic principles like cruelty is wrong, cheating is empty & the idea that curiosity, generosity, originality, the satisfaction of earned accomplishments & loving intimacy are the center of a good life feel like countercultural concepts

I’m finally mature and self-aware enough to admit most of my favourite bands are awful at writing and playing music.

I wonder if the secret to dealing with Trump is simply to not upstage him on television.

When I feel sad, restless or adrift, I can’t help but think I can solve all my problems by buying something I don’t need. Also: Ice cream. I usually want ice cream.

On being called DEI and why it isn’t the burn they think it is

After-work bike ride on the Goderich to Guelph trail was … glorious.

I don’t see how that cringey new Jordan ad helps Luka, but … OK, whatever. The shoes are nice, so he can do whatever he wants, I guess. No possible way this could backfire on him. Bulletproof argument.

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So, I guess the Jays did the deal they had to do to keep the player they had to keep. As a Canadian who didn’t want to see him walk, this makes me a little bit happy. Can we all just try to be happy for just a little while?

A noon-hour bike ride is my favourite soul cleanse. #cycling

It’s weird how there’s only one character in Family Guy with a New England accent.

Twenty years ago: - VJs and Sportscenter anchors were arguably the coolest talking heads on TV - Newspaper columnist was a common, artful and desirable job - People believed in facts - We could disagree with one another without starting a culture war. Simpler times!

Today is National Ride Your Bike, as Long as it’s Safe to Do So, Day. It is a recurring holiday that happens approximately 365 days a year.

Wearing shorts on a rainy winter day in southern Canada when there’s still a ton of snow on the ground is a not-so-subtle plea for attention.

25 km of cycling after work today. About 10 km on muddy gravel roads. Had a blast, despite my underwhelming speed and dirt-drenched kit. Spring is on its way. Paris to Ancaster … probably not in the cards this year, but looks more appealing than it did a month ago.

Conan’s Oscars monologue was a masterpiece. Thank you, kind sir. #oscars2025

A Canadian changed the lyrics to the national anthem at a hockey game today in protest, and we were totally OK with it. Because Canadians don’t cling to the absurd belief that a founding text is sacred. We care more about *practicing* freedom of expression than we do about cultural artifacts.

Turns out Canadian hockey fans can sing our anthem in a hostile rink louder than the Americans can boo it.

17 km in the snow. Had a blast.

To a point, the UX on X is superior to Bluesky. You start to think about going back. Then you see a few vile deepfakes and remember: Oh, right. This place is still a cesspool/runaway train with a conductor asleep at the wheel.

I finally watched The Godfather. It’s a really good movie!

Finally got a break in our brutal winter weather here in Huron County (Canada). Went for a quick 35-minute gravel ride over my lunch break. Only managed 11 km on icy roads, but it felt amazing to ride outside after more than a week of hibernation. Can’t wait for spring #wintercycling #canada

Didn’t have honey in the house, so I made a peanut butter and TABLE SYRUP sandwich. It’s good. Tastes like candy.

Isn’t it ironic that chilli makes you feel warm inside?

I tried quinoa today for the first time. It’s one of those experiences I wish I’d had sooner. Thought it was a faddish hippy dish for health nuts. And maybe it is. It also tastes good when seasoned correctly. If you need me, I’ll be out looking for new recipes. Quinoa! Whoda thunk?

It’s only -12 C outside, but I can’t stand it. This might put my Canadian citizenship in jeopardy.

If "I've seen cyclists not using bike lanes so we shouldn't have protected bike lanes" is a valid argument, then we shouldn't have streets for cars because I have definitely seen cars drive in bike lanes.

It’s alarming how much power we cede to technologists under the age of 45 with limited life experience and little ability to empathize. They essentially run the world, control the conversation, weaken democracy, destroy small businesses, and tell us they’re somehow making this a better place.

Politicians need to be held to account. Journalists do that. It’s not about reaching the largest audience. It’s about accountability. Very strange that so many tech bros don’t understand the basic role of journalism in a democracy. Silicon Valley destroying institutions they don’t understand.

Dawn Staley deserves every penny of her new $4 million base salary. Notably, she’d have to take a huge pay cut to coach in the WNBA. Top WNBA coach salary as of December was around $1.2 million, per Front Office Sports.

I’ve never seen Happy Days and didn’t see any standup in the 80s, so this could be way off. But was Andrew Dice Clay more or less The Fonz with dirty, bordering-on-obscene jokes?

My first ride with Bar Mitts. Grade: F As in … F-ing Fantastic Expensive and a bit extravagant, but an excellent product. #cycling #winter #Canada

Was kind of feeling myself after a few wins this week. Then life knocked me down a peg. Next step: bounce back. And work through my frustrations with an after-work bike ride. Onward!

Bluesky is getting its own photo-sharing app, Flashes

Slow urban ride in snowy conditions today (-6C). Wind gusting off Lake Huron. A mix of snowy, icy and just-fine roads. Not a great workout, but a whole lot of fun. Needed a break from the trainer. Loved it. Spring is only two(ish) months away! #wintercycling #canada #cyclingcommunity

It’s been nearly a week since my last outdoor bike ride. Got caught in the snow in a rural area and it scared me a bit. Feeling keen to get back out there. Love the trainer, but there’s no substitute for sun and fresh air. #canadalife #cycling #winter #brrrrrrr

If you’re a TV anchor and it seems like a good idea to let Mel Gibson freestyle dangerous conspiracy theories on-air, please question everything about how you approach your job. If you’re Mel Gibson, please seek help. If there’s a road back from Hollywood Pariahville, this isn’t it.

My favorite part of Zuckerberg's Joe Rogan interview is when he suggests there is not enough masculine energy at his company, where two out of every three employees is a man.

Today I realized I can watch Netflix while riding a bicycle trainer. So, that’s how I’ll try to get up to speed on the stuff I didn’t watch last summer when I was outside on my bike. I’ve struggled to justify watching TV lately, given all the other stuff I could do. Now … how can I justify *not*?

Hi. I’m really into: #Cycling #Basketball #Books I’m also #Canadian and would like to stay that way. I believe in #facts, #ethics, good #journalism and freedom of expression. I value respectful dialogue. If that sounds OK to you, let’s connect. #community

A little more than 34 km on my after-work ride today. Felt good. Most of it on pavement, so relatively smooth and easy. Stopped twice for errands and once due to numbness in my feet and back. My conditioning is good enough now that this kind of distance isn’t a problem. Huge progress.

A fun, somewhat satisfying 21-km country loop this afternoon. About half gravel, half pavement. Speed wasn’t great (23 km/h average) but not terrible, considering the wind. Had enough energy for another 10 km, but not enough time.

Still, a year ago simply finishing this distance, with several lengthy breaks, was a huge accomplishment. I’ve taken a big step forward in my conditioning, and learned a good bike makes a huge difference. Onward! (And look for an upgrade!)

A frustrating 19.83-km training ride this evening. Only managed 20 km/h on my heavy, one-size-fits-all department store road bike. Had to work pretty hard for that (lack of) speed so I guess it was good for conditioning. But not remotely fun.

A year ago I’d have told you I’d never be seen in public in cycling tights and a form-fitting jacket. But the comfort and aerodynamic advantages are worth the mild embarrassment. A quick 8 km this evening (two laps around a country block). Hoping for at least one big ride this weekend.