If the roads were covered with snow or ice, would you say it’s too dangerous to drive?
Of course you would, but we expect a certain level of service to ensure that we won’t be forced to drive in lanes that haven’t been cleared and salted. The same is true for bike lanes in many cities, and it is the vision of Toronto’s Cycling Snow Routes Network.
Today, the Infrastructure and Environment Committee will meet for the first time this term.
On the agenda? Making the Richmond, Adelaide and Simcoe cycle tracks permanent (yes, they’re still technically a pilot after five years).
By Robert Zaichkowski and Sarah Bradley
While fall colours make Toronto a beautiful place to be outdoors this time of year, falling leaves can create slippery conditions for city cyclists. Turning, braking, and accelerating can become more challenging maneuvers that were previously done with ease, while other hazards can become hidden under damp orange foliage.
