[–] 3 points 3 months ago

Absolutely! I'm a part of a couple different cycling groups, one of which actively lobbies and is the reason our city is actually changing for the better. We're also super behind on our canopy coverage, and topographically I'm surrounded by rivers which increase the humidity. So, when it's hot, it's very hot.

It's one of those things that my grown children will be able to enjoy, but it's shameful it's taking this long. I just wish progress was quicker.

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  • [–] 1 point 3 months ago (2 children)

    Man, I'd love to take my kids around town on my bike, but drivers here regularly go off the road and hit cyclists. I just don't know if I'd feel comfortable taking my kids out, unless I was in a protected bike lane. It takes about twenty minutes to get to the park and I have to cross several streets, one of which is six lanes across. And I live in the city. Our city is investing in more cycling infrastructure and greenways, but right now, I just can't. Not to mention when it's over 40°C and 80% humidity, by the time I get to the park, it's time to go home, unless I'm driving. It's just a super complicated situation, I'm in. I do welcome any and all advice!

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  • [–] 0 points 3 months ago

    somebody better tell Oklo then. they're spending almost 2B to build one in Oak Ridge lol. also, that 97% comes with a LOT of caveats. regardless, nuclear is such a great base load for the US, and we need to focus on grid supplementation to ease base load operations, anyway.

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  • [–] 17 points 4 months ago (1 child)

    Well, I'll post as a new user. I've been around for almost a couple weeks and loving it. I still lurk in all every now and again, but I'm so appreciative to have an instance of my interests that keeps me isolated from all the blech of the other instances. And I really appreciate Lemmy for that opportunity.

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  • [–] 6 points 4 months ago (5 children)

    Make sure to come on a Tuesday. Tuesday night rides are sick downtown. We go by the river a lot. The bike collective is very dear to my heart. They got broken into a few months ago. People suck. But, as always, not a single one of those dudes is letting it show. Always smiling and helping the community.

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  • [–] 8 points 4 months ago (8 children)

    Ah! Friend! I think I know where this is! No worries, I live in Cola Town. Not trying to be weird. I love venomous plants and was so delighted to learn SC had native ones!

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