Posts in Bike Sense • 7th Edition
Foreword

Bike Sense is intended to help make cycling in British Columbia safer, more inclusive, and more accessible.

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Why Cycle?

The reasons why people ride bicycles have hardly changed from 150 years ago, when the bicycle was first invented.

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Who's Cycling?

Active transportation is easy, efficient, safe, and affordable, and now it's becoming more accessible to more people.

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Bicycles & How They Work

Today’s bicycles are almost identical to bicycles developed in the late 19th century when light bulbs and telephones were invented.

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What to Wear

Riding a bicycle can be part of any lifestyle—with a few modifications you can wear almost anything.

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Planning Your Ride

Whether you’re a beginner or experienced rider, plan ahead to set yourself up for success.

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Where to Cycle

Bicycle facilities, and bike-related signs, markings, and symbols commonly used in many regions across the province.

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Cycling Safety

Many factors contribute to cycling safety, including where and how you ride, your interactions with others, and road and weather conditions.

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Cycling Skills & Safe Practices

Learn basic cycling skills, general tips for safe road, path, and trail riding, plus some advanced techniques.

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Cycling Education

Develop your cycling skills, or learn how to build, maintain and fix bicycles.

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Bike Parking & Security

There are many ways to reduce the risk of bike theft, at home and away.

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Using Public Transit

You can go farther and faster when you use a bicycle in combination with public transit.

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Recreational Rides & Touring

Create your own cycling adventure! Take your bike with you on full-day and multi-day trips...

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Bike Clubs, Programs & Events

A wide variety of cycling-related groups, programs, and events can be found across B.C.

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Advocate for Active Transportation

Make an impact by encouraging your local government to support cycling accessibility, equity, and safety.

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Cycling & The Law

The Motor Vehicle Act is the legal statute covering all road users in B.C., including people on bicycles.

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In Case of an Incident or Crash

What to do if you’re involved in a fall or a collision while cycling, or if you or another road user is subject to abuse, threats, or physical violence.

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Acknowledgements

Bike Sense 7th edition was published by the British Columbia Cycling Coalition (BCCC).

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