Licensing and Insuring Cycling

It does not make sense to license and insure cycling.

 

Using licensing and insuring cycling as an argument for somehow holding cycling accountable is a fallacy. It holds no basis in fact, it’s a distraction from bad driving habits. Being licensed does nothing to stop motorists from rolling stops, rolling right turns or blocking crosswalks at red lights, and of course, driving at speeds over the posted limit. These kinds of actions in an automobile kill people, and cause costly accidents.

 

Why does driving a car require a license? Why are drivers required to be insured? Is the government out to punish people who choose to drive a car?

 

Hardly.

 

Cars are expensive, and dangerous. People take out loans to pay for them, and at times put maintenance on credit. The debt a car leaves behind if it’s destroyed can take people’s lives down with it. That’s why they’re insured. Cars driven carelessly kill people. That’s why they’re licensed. Bicycles do not share these problems. That’s why they are not licensed or insured, and why it does not make sense to do so.


Layers In Different Temperatures

 

This article will serve as future reference for layer combinations in different temperatures. Please send your own ideas!

 

 -15 and below

  • Long johns
  • Pants
  • Long-sleeved shirt
  • 2nd layer shirt/sweater
  • Heavy outer jacket
  • Leg covers
  • Balaclava under helmet
  • Something to cover your face
  • Gloves

 

-10 to -15

  • Long johns
  • Pants
  • Long-sleeved shirt
  • 2nd layer shirt/sweater and coat
  • Light outer jacket
  • Leg covers
  • Balaclava under helmet
  • Something to cover your face
  • Gloves

 

-10 to -5

  • Pants
  • Long-sleeved shirt
  • 2nd layer shirt/sweater and coat
  • Light outer jacket
  • Leg covers
  • Hat under helmet
  • Something to cover your face
  • Gloves

 

-5 to 0

  • Pants
  • Long-sleeved shirt
  • 2nd layer shirt/sweater and coat
  • Light outer jacket
  • Leg covers
  • Hat under helmet
  • Something to cover your face
  • Gloves

 

0 to 5

  • Pants
  • Long-sleeved shirt
  • 2nd layer shirt or coat
  • Light outer jacket
  • Leg covers
  • Hat under helmet

 

5 to 10

  • Shorts
  • Long-sleeved shirt
  • Light outer jacket
  • Leg covers

 

10 to 15

  • Shorts
  • Long-sleeved shirt
  • Leg covers

15 to 20

  • Shorts
  • T-Shirt
  • Light outer jacket.

 

20+

  • Shorts
  • T-Shirt

 


Response from Ministry of Finance Regarding Tariffs on Bicycles

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Update: Brampton Recyling Center is Bicycle Friendly!


Brampton Bicycle Advisory Committee

On May 15, 2013, Brampton Council approved the request by the Department of Works and Transportation to carry out their Bicycle Facilities Implementation Plan including the submission to become a Bicycle Friendly Community. Council also approved a request to have the Brampton Bicycle Advisory Committee I’ve been a part of for a few months officially recognized and supported.

While the next steps with the city are as of yet unclear, it’s very exciting to see that Brampton Council seems to see the promise that cycling holds as a transportation solution.


Filing A Driving Complaint To Police

There might come a time while you’re riding, unfortunately, when you see or find yourself a victim of bullying or ignorance on the streets. If you witness or are a victim of dangerous, aggressive, or unlawful driving such as speeding, unsafe lane changes, or unsafe passing, you might decide to report the incident to the police.

In the City of Toronto and in Peel Region, both police forces have an online form that you can use to report the incident.

Filing a report  might be appropriate in instances where:

  • No collision has occurred. If the incident resulted in a collision, call the police.
  • The suspect driver is not known to you. If the identity of the driver is known, call the police.
  • The suspect’s licence plate number was obtained. A brief description of the vehicle is also required to confirm the licence plate information. (For specific driving complaint incidents).
  • There is a continuous neighbourhood driving complaint where a specific place, day(s) and time(s) of the issues can be supplied for follow-up action.

A detailed description of the incident should be submitted. Providing as much information as possible will help to make sure that action will be taken against the suspect vehicle owner. If the incident happened outside of Toronto, try filing with their form anyway. Your report may be forwarded to the local Police of the city where the incident occurred.

If you decide to file a report, you can find them at these links:

Toronto:
https://webapp1.torontopolice.on.ca/dors/hit-run.html

Peel Region:
http://www.peelpolice.on.ca/en/aboutus/roadwatch.asp


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More #brampton problems. #biketo

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#brampton problems. #biketo

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