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[OFFICIAL] Cycling thread for commuters and the casual enthusiast

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Strider wrote: I skipped 2-3 of the coldest weeks in Dec/Jan last year (Calgary). But I think I have a much shorter commute.


Standard (non-tracked) is the way to go if you want to roll the dice on the no-duty lottery on Chain Reaction. Just got my latest order and didn't pay any duties... seems about 50/50 for the people in the Tacx Vortex thread.
Thanks. And how long did it take to deliver?
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trellaine201 wrote: Thanks. And how long did it take to deliver?
CRC usually will ship it the next day and you'll receive the parcel from Canada Post any where from 7 to 10 business days. It really comes down to CP on how fast they process in custom dept.
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so I brought a Giant eBike for commuting, because 43 km round trip is a bit much 4 days a week. I thought pedal assisted eBike are considered bicycle by the city. However, I have a city staff gave me shit for riding an eBike on the don trail, he said the sign says "No Motorized Vehicles allowed". However, this is what I found on 311 (https://www.toronto.ca/311/knowledgebas ... lanes.html)

Pedelecs
E-bikes which are similar to bicycles are considered to be bicycles by the municipality of Toronto and may be used on all types of cycling infrastructure:

painted bike lanes
cycle tracks (separated bicycle lanes)
multi-use trails
By definition in the Toronto Municipal Code, a 'pedelec' must weigh less than 40 kg and requires pedaling for propulsion.

My Giant Explore E+ 3 meetings all the requirements above, so who's right???
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pcboy wrote: so I brought a Giant eBike for commuting, because 43 km round trip is a bit much 4 days a week. I thought pedal assisted eBike are considered bicycle by the city. However, I have a city staff gave me shit for riding an eBike on the don trail, he said the sign says "No Motorized Vehicles allowed". However, this is what I found on 311 (https://www.toronto.ca/311/knowledgebas ... lanes.html)

Pedelecs
E-bikes which are similar to bicycles are considered to be bicycles by the municipality of Toronto and may be used on all types of cycling infrastructure:

painted bike lanes
cycle tracks (separated bicycle lanes)
multi-use trails
By definition in the Toronto Municipal Code, a 'pedelec' must weigh less than 40 kg and requires pedaling for propulsion.

My Giant Explore E+ 3 meetings all the requirements above, so who's right???
Ignore anybody who tells you. E-bikes yes, E-scooters no.
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Mr. Robo wrote: Ignore anybody who tells you. E-bikes yes, E-scooters no.
thanks :)
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I would like the answer to this also. I dont think a e-bike is a considered a motor vehicle otherwise it would require a license. Technically I don't think e-scooters are considered either as is why they all have useless pedals so they are considered the same class as bicycles. I think the bylaws are old and haven't accounted for e-bikes/e-scooters so its a grey area right now. If someones know for sure, I would love to know.

I found this: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/ ... -1.5119674
pcboy wrote: so I brought a Giant eBike for commuting, because 43 km round trip is a bit much 4 days a week. I thought pedal assisted eBike are considered bicycle by the city. However, I have a city staff gave me shit for riding an eBike on the don trail, he said the sign says "No Motorized Vehicles allowed". However, this is what I found on 311 (https://www.toronto.ca/311/knowledgebas ... lanes.html)

Pedelecs
E-bikes which are similar to bicycles are considered to be bicycles by the municipality of Toronto and may be used on all types of cycling infrastructure:

painted bike lanes
cycle tracks (separated bicycle lanes)
multi-use trails
By definition in the Toronto Municipal Code, a 'pedelec' must weigh less than 40 kg and requires pedaling for propulsion.

My Giant Explore E+ 3 meetings all the requirements above, so who's right???
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Jaytee wrote: I would like the answer to this also. I dont think a e-bike is a considered a motor vehicle otherwise it would require a license. Technically I don't think e-scooters are considered either as is why they all have useless pedals so they are considered the same class as bicycles. I think the bylaws are old and haven't accounted for e-bikes/e-scooters so its a grey area right now. If someones know for sure, I would love to know.

I found this: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/ ... -1.5119674
It's ok, even the RCMP out here in BC don't know..
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british- ... -1.5278601
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Jaytee wrote: I would like the answer to this also. I dont think a e-bike is a considered a motor vehicle otherwise it would require a license. Technically I don't think e-scooters are considered either as is why they all have useless pedals so they are considered the same class as bicycles. I think the bylaws are old and haven't accounted for e-bikes/e-scooters so its a grey area right now. If someones know for sure, I would love to know.

I found this: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/ ... -1.5119674
The only way I see anyone having issues with you riding on a bike trail / path, is that you are speeding and behaving in unsafe manner. I see this daily. Otherwise an electric bike, is a non-motorized vehicle. Otherwise licence would be required.
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pcboy wrote: just wondering for the commuters out there, what month do you stop commuting on your bike?

I think I stopped after haloween last year.
I only stop or rather pause, when there is too much snow on the ground or when its simply a dumb idea to be cycling due to weather conditions (heavy snow, windchill etc.) Other than that, year round for me for 1h each way commute. Its all about knowing how to dress and plan ahead.
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Strider wrote: Come on, these fake pedals are a blatant exploitation of a loophole.
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cRaZyRaVr wrote: The only way I see anyone having issues with you riding on a bike trail / path, is that you are speeding and behaving in unsafe manner. I see this daily. Otherwise an electric bike, is a non-motorized vehicle. Otherwise licence would be required.
It may be a loophole, but I don't really mind e-bike riders as long as they're respectful and follow the rules. If they can drive safely, follow the flow of traffic in bike lanes, and act like the rest of us I don't mind having them around.
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Piro21 wrote: It may be a loophole, but I don't really mind e-bike riders as long as they're respectful and follow the rules. If they can drive safely, follow the flow of traffic in bike lanes, and act like the rest of us I don't mind having them around.
I'm 100% on board with pedal assist e-bikes on bike lanes, pathways, etc, especially when the electric assist is capped at reasonable speeds. Not so much on board with throttle controlled electric mopeds/motorcycles/vespas with non-functioning pedals glued on being on the paths and bike lanes.
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Strider wrote: I'm 100% on board with pedal assist e-bikes on bike lanes, pathways, etc, especially when the electric assist is capped at reasonable speeds. Not so much on board with throttle controlled electric mopeds/motorcycles/vespas with non-functioning pedals glued on being on the paths and bike lanes.
The electric moped/motorcycle things are the worst. In Ottawa they seem to be driven mostly by people getting around their DUI and loss of license. They ride about as recklessly as you'd expect.

The pedal assist bikes I don't have a problem with. There are just as many Cat6 racers on our paths that ride just as unsafely as some of the pedal assist folks.
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sixteen12 wrote: The electric moped/motorcycle things are the worst. In Ottawa they seem to be driven mostly by people getting around their DUI and loss of license. They ride about as recklessly as you'd expect.

The pedal assist bikes I don't have a problem with. There are just as many Cat6 racers on our paths that ride just as unsafely as some of the pedal assist folks.
Thats exactly it!

Its always meth head looking people too.
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Strider wrote: I'm 100% on board with pedal assist e-bikes on bike lanes, pathways, etc, especially when the electric assist is capped at reasonable speeds. Not so much on board with throttle controlled electric mopeds/motorcycles/vespas with non-functioning pedals glued on being on the paths and bike lanes.
I guess I was fortunate enough to not encounter many of these people up until now, but after nearly being run over by one blowing through a red light and screamed at some fat drug addict on another in just this past week, **** these things and their riders. Regular electric bicycles are great, but these annoying little wannabe mopeds are terrible.
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Lets bring this up since the other cycling thread is too rich for many. This is more for the casual cyclists.
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cRaZyRaVr wrote: Lets bring this up since the other cycling thread is too rich for many. This is more for the casual cyclists.
Yah for sure. The only one is all about the $9000 specialized road racer super speed demon and sales on skin tight spandex.

I gotta bring in my norco single speed for a tune up!
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UrbanPoet wrote: I gotta bring in my norco single speed for a tune up!
You haven't yet. It's beautiful outside. Maybe I should sell my unused bike. I could probably get back 70% now that stores are going to be running out of bikes soon.
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Greetings my fellow filthy casuals. I just bought a Northrock XC29 from Costco last night. Looking forward to being back on a bike again after many years. Now to start picking out accessories ... Smiling Face With Open Mouth And Smiling Eyes
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