This is a complete guide to the flat, family-friendly Stanley Park Seawall Bike Trail - which is one of the most beautiful bike trails in the world. Vancouver’s Stanley Park was recently named the top urban park in the world by Trip Advisor. It's the third-biggest park in North America, a splendid 400 hectares of rain forest, right in the heart of Vancouver. Flanked by English … [Read more...]
Should Motorists who Kill Cyclists go to Prison?
A London lorry driver who “carelessly” killed 29-year-old #cyclist Louise Wright in London has been convicted of causing her death by careless driving – but has walked away with a suspended sentence and assorted wrist slaps. This has caused understandable global outrage among many cyclists and non-cyclists who think people should be able to walk or cycle without being violently … [Read more...]
Cars are Important – Little Kids, Not so Much
Today I saw small children in a dangerous situation. It was caused by a truck driver who was only thinking about the most important rule of the road - cars CANNOT be blocked. It's like the old saying about show business - the show must go on. Similarly, the traffic must move. It CANNOT be impeded. Compared to that important tenet, children are almost literally … [Read more...]
Give us safe bike routes so that EVERYONE can cycle
This is Marj and Dennis, two dedicated cyclists we met on the Lochside Trail on Vancouver Island. A retired couple living in Sidney on Vancouver Island, they cycle the Lochside Trail every day for exercise, and also use their trikes for shopping trips. The Lochside Trail is clearly marked and relatively safe, making it an ideal cycling route. Every time we cycle the … [Read more...]
The Seaside Bike Route in Vancouver – Guide plus Videos
Here is a complete guide to the awesome Seaside Bike Route in Vancouver, BC, Canada. The Seaside Route is a multi-use recreational route. Cycle along this flat, off-road trail and enjoy amazing views all along the Vancouver Seawall. The Seaside Bike Route goes from the Convention Center at Coal Harbour on Burrard Inlet, all the way to Jericho Beach. Watch our video of part of … [Read more...]
