Stephanie Tuff

Found freedom biking with 3 kids in tow. Co-founder of Calgary based TuffHill eBikes.

[Stephanie Tuff @TuffStephanie]

@SidewalkendsYYC @Sean_Tuff So nice!! Riding in the dark is magical ✨

[Stephanie Tuff @TuffStephanie]

@SidewalkendsYYC @calgarytransit @criticalmassyyc @cityofcalgary You made it! Hope the late bedtime went alright for you guys! What a fun family adventure 👏

[Stephanie Tuff @TuffStephanie]

@DanWMcLean Art and beauty are not a luxury. They are an essential part of the human experience. You often speak of the importance of being finally responsible. If you care about Calgary becoming a financially responsible city, pay attention to this https://t.co/uhB7ycz7xA

[Tiny Beaches has moved to BlueSky @TinyBeaches]

This is amazing!
There is no reason why schools in #Calgary can’t also look like this in the winter!
#yycBike
❄️🚲😀👍

[BikeBike Inc @BikeBikeYYC]

E-bike. The answer is #ebike.

[Stephanie Tuff @TuffStephanie]

@BikeBikeYYC @UrbanArrowcom My exact words to someone thinking of buying one yesterday. Then I pointed them your way @BikeBikeYYC 👏

[Stephanie Tuff @TuffStephanie]

@davejtoews @YYCTKW @Matticusssss This is so tough because the bike network is terribly disconnected there are times riding on the sidewalk is the only safe option, especially when transporting or riding with children.

[Stephanie Tuff @TuffStephanie]

@coldbike @Sean_Tuff Or a cheerleading squad 😅

[Melissa & Chris Bruntlett @modacitylife]

How many more people would cycle if your streets were this inviting? How many would leave the car at home if their choice was this easy?

Don't just build infrastructure for those people already biking in your city; build it for everyone else who would love to get on their bikes.

[Stephanie Tuff @TuffStephanie]

@Trawets_Asil @Trawets_Asil The same thing happens to us! 😂🤦🏻‍♀️

We keep this little portable booster in the car and have to use it when we haven't driven in a few days. It works like a charm! The only time it didn't work was when it was -30 so we had to use a trickle charger to get started.

[Stephanie Tuff @TuffStephanie]

@thukflish12 Yes, I agree. I never thought biking would lead to getting involved in local politics and advocating for better city design. Having connected separated bike paths is crucial to keep people active and safe year round.

[Stephanie Tuff @TuffStephanie]

I never thought I'd ride a bike in the winter, this is what changed my mind 🧵

I grew up in #Calgary. The winter is cold, icy, and unpredictable. I thought riding a #bike in the snow was impractical, unsafe, even crazy.

Now, I feel invigorated, capable & refreshed when I ride/1

[Stephanie Tuff @TuffStephanie]

"Make nostalgia your reality"

[Stephanie Tuff @TuffStephanie]

@Trawets_Asil True! I absolutely love my kids and consider it a real privilege to be home with them. I'm also highly introverted and sometimes just need a few minutes to myself. The bike is perfect for the times I can't physically get away to re-charge alone. We "get away" together 👌

[Stephanie Tuff @TuffStephanie]

I enjoy the beauty of the snowy season now. I engage with it rather than wish it away.

The best version of myself is one where I get to bike.

I'll never let #winter take that from me again. /8

[Stephanie Tuff @TuffStephanie]

Biking in the winter doesn't have to be "all or nothing". I've learned my limits by trying, changing and adapting. I now know what conditions are enjoyable for me to ride in and which ones are not.

Luckily, the majority of Calgary's winter days are sunny and pleasant. /7