Michael Nelson
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Ask RMCyclist: Crossing a Road on a Multi Use Path
When biking eastbound on the 128/Abernathy MUP I often wonder when crossing a major st. such as 216, 224, 232 etc. whether a cyclist is required to obey the walk signal or the green light for cars. I usually obey the walk signal but most cyclists do not, from my experience. Cyclists have plenty of […]
Ask RMCyclist: Tire Pressure for Heavier Rider
How do you fill your tires so they won’t pop if you are a heavier than average person?
Community Ride: Maple Ridge 101 (2021)
For our first community ride this summer, we’re repeating a past favourite: the Maple Ridge 101, an inclusive bike ride that’s all about showing off good routes for getting around by bike in Maple Ridge. The ride takes place Sunday, August 1, 2021 at 2pm. Since we last held this ride, many of us purchased […]
Bike Parking: Ask For It!
Have you discovered a new shop, and on a fine day you decide to visit it by bike … only to find there are no bike racks nearby, despite an abundance of parking for vehicles? Do you have places you visit regularly by bike, but have to lock up a block away or further because […]
New Ride: The Pitt Pedal
We’ve got a new ride this summer: The Pitt Pedal! This COVID-compatible ride on Sunday, August 23 highlights routes around Pitt Meadows, with city and country paths for a route that surrounds nearly all of the city. We’ll start by meeting on the south side of Pitt Meadows Heritage Hall at 2pm. From there we’ll […]
East Side Ride
Ride with us us as we explore bike routes between downtown Maple Ridge and neighbourhoods to the east! The ride is Sunday, September 15. We will meet at 2pm at Memorial Peace Park in Maple Ridge. We have two routes planned, and we will lead one or both rides depending on interest. The shorter ride […]
“Maple Ridge 101” Ride Returns!
We’re bringing back our “Maple Ridge 101” bike ride for 2019! This ride is about showcasing bike routes for making practical trips around our city. You may be surprised how easy it is to get from your neighbourhood to popular destinations for shopping, dining, business, and recreation by bike. The route is unchanged from last […]
New Ride: Maple Ridge 101
UPDATE: This ride took place in May 2018, in case you’re arriving here afterwards. Don’t worry though; we’re planning to host this ride again in summer 2019 – come back for details! We’re hosting a community ride in May to show off some bike routes for getting around Maple Ridge. Not everyone is a seasoned […]