Written by Hans Moor. It has already been fourteen years ago, when former Bike Ottawa board member Alex de Vries suggested an event that would coincide with the changing of the clock in the fall. All of a sudden, many of us would be cycling home in the dark. Casual observations in the past taught […]
Extending cycling beyond Halloween: workshops/rides
Have you ever wanted to bike further into the fall and winter? There are many beautiful sunny days in the late fall and winter. Often paths and roads are dry, and the setting can be stunning. Need a little encouragement and advice? There are a few workshops that will surely inspire you. EnviroCentre – Free […]
Bike parking is back at Bluesfest
One of the best ways to enjoy Bluesfest is to ride your bicycle and take advantage of the supervised valet bike parking (3:30pm-11:30pm), a service offered since 2006. Organized in partnership with Bike Ottawa, Charles and his crew of volunteers are ready to ensure your bike is safe until you are ready to head home. […]
Cyclist struck on hemlock: letter to the mayor
Earlier this week, a person biking on Hemlock was hit by a driver near the Manor Park Public School. Flex posts weren’t up yet. Adding insult to injury, bike lanes were blocked by a police car on one side and a vehicle on the other side well after motorized traffic started moving again, forcing people […]
