The Vancouver Park Board has unanimously approved a plan to widen the sidewalks along both sides of the Stanley Park Causeway to improve safety for cyclists and pedestrians. This route has been very dangerous for more than 30 years. Finally, something will be done to make it safer. This ambitious plan was partly in response to the death of a 61-year-old woman cyclist, Antonina … [Read more...]
Deer Lake Park Bike Trails in Burnaby, BC, Canada – Guide plus Videos
Burnaby's Deer Lake Park offers fun, safe cycling and hiking in a beautiful, lakeside environment - right in the heart of Burnaby. Read all about it here. Route: Various trails in Deer Lake Park, Burnaby, BC Surfaces: All off-road, hard soil, gravel, and some boardwalk Difficulty level: very easy, completely flat, in parts; but on the perimeter of the park, … [Read more...]
The Osprey Loop In Pitt Meadows – Dog Friendly Trail for Cycling and Hiking
Osprey Loop Dyke Trail in Pitt Meadows, BC, on the Aloette River We recently discovered this gem of a rural family cycling trail, just 30 minutes east of Vancouver. Not only is it great for cycling, but the Osprey Loop is also one of the most dog friendly trails we have ever found. This is great, as we have two small dogs that Mrs. Average Joe Cyclist loves to … [Read more...]
Vancouver Bike Routes – No Lack of Parking on Hornby Street – So Why are Businesses Complaining?
Recently the Vancouver Sun published yet another inflammatory article on Vancouver bike routes (“Jury is still out on impact of downtown Vancouver bike lanes - Ridership is up, but businesses still complain about loss of parking and lack of consultation”). [Tweet "Regardless of cynical complaints, separate bike lanes BOOST business!"] Writer Jeff Lee quoted angry … [Read more...]
Vancouver Cycling Infrastructure: New walk and bike Burrard Bridge approach from Kitsilano via York St
The City of Vancouver just keeps on improving the cycling infrastructure, making life safer and more fun for everyone who bikes in the city. Read about Great Bike Rides in and Around Vancouver Here – Vancouver Cycling Here's a video about the new walk and bike Burrard Bridge approach from Kitsilano via York … [Read more...]
Vancouver’s Seaside Bike Route from Coal Harbour to the Maritime Museum, Part 2 – an Average Joe Cyclist Guide
Route: Seaside Bike Route, Vancouver, BC Surfaces: almost all paved Difficulty level: very easy, almost all flat Safety level: very safe, all off road Distance: 15.8 km one way Type of bike required: any, but a hybrid, mountain bike or cruiser would be the most comfortable Suitable for: the whole family on bikes; also trikes, walkers, inline skates and … [Read more...]
Vancouver’s Seaside Bike Route from Coal Harbour to the Maritime Museum, Part 1 – An Average Joe Cyclist Guide
Route: Seaside Bike Route, Vancouver, BC Surfaces: almost all paved Difficulty level: very easy, almost all flat Safety level: very safe, all off road Distance: 15.8 km one way Type of bike required: any, but a hybrid, mountain bike or cruiser would be the most comfortable Suitable for: the whole family on bikes; also trikes, walkers, inline skates and … [Read more...]
Shoreline Trail in Rocky Point Park, Port Moody, BC, Canada – Guide and videos
This is a guide to the Shoreline Trail in Rocky Point Park, Port Moody, BC, Canada. This trail offers a pleasant, flat, family bike ride or walk, with beautiful scenery and clear signposting. Facilities include restaurants, food vendors, children's play parks, a water park, and washrooms at both ends of the trail. Here is a video that shows what the Shoreline Trail is … [Read more...]
Barnet Highway Bike Lane (Training & Views!) – An Average Joe Cyclist Review
The Barnet Highway Bike Lane connects Burnaby and Port Moody in BC, Canada. It's a wide bike lane on the side of a highway. It's not separated, so it is not safe in bad weather or after dark. However, I enjoy the Barnet Highway bike lane for cycling training and working on my hill climbing abilities while enjoying amazing views and scenery. The Barnet Highway clings to the … [Read more...]
