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LETTER: Greater Victoria cyclists not following rules of the road

LETTER: Greater Victoria cyclists not following rules of the road

Cyclists in Victoria are not abiding by the same laws that motor vehicle drivers do Black Press Media file photo It has come to my…

Saturday, Oct 05

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Cyclists in Victoria are not abiding by the same laws that motor vehicle drivers do Black Press Media file photo It has come to my attention that cyclists in Victoria are not abiding by the same laws that motor vehicle drivers do. This is a list of infractions that I’ve noticed and some ideas that others have shared with me on how to deal with this proportion of violators (this list is not exhaustive). There may only be a small percentage ie 5-10% just as there are a small percentage of drivers that are reckless. But both parties need and should be held accountable per B.C. road laws.

Cyclist infractions: No signalling; no helmets, lights, etc. not utilizing bike lanes; not adhering to the new 40 km/h zones, 30 km/h school zones; blowing through stop signs, intersections (California stops don’t count); large groups thinking they are a peloton on all roads especially local suburban roads riding 2,3,4 abreast and a lack of etiquette to go single file when cars approach from behind. It is illegal in B.C. to ride two abreast; drafting behind cars/trucks/buses; entitlement to roads (forgetting to share with motor vehicles and pedestrians); any derogatory reaction.

Bike Shops: Educate and promote to each customer if they believe they have equal rights to roads – they have to follow B.C. motor vehicle laws; written info to each new bike sold, most effective would be reminders on your retail social media posts. Retailers will benefit from increased sales of helmets, lights, […]

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