Stories, information, and opinions on biking in Halifax.
Halifax, Nova Scotia
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Halifax Bike Blog retweeted
We're reaching out to councilors in HRM to set up bike rides with them in their districts. We're seeking feedback from our members & the broader community about what the key issues are for cycling in your district. Fill out our survey by Mon, April 5th: forms.gle/CfHKcvBeyF7vZaku7
We’re making a short film showcasing the cycling wins that have happened in Halifax despite the car-dominated infrastructure. If you’d like to be a part of the short and share how cycling has improved your life, let us know! Filming this weekend!
Halifax Bike Blog retweeted
Do you want to be the next HFX Bicycle Mayor? Do you know someone else who might? @BYCS_org is accepting applications until Feb 15. Learn more: cyclehalifax.ca/2021/01/appl…
@DSUSO @EcologyAction @bicyclens @WalknRollHfx @DalArchPlan @HalifaxBikeBlog @DalOfficeSust @BikeMayorHfx
Nova Scotia is updating its rules of the road with the new Traffic Safety Act. The draft has been released, but leaves much to be desired. For example, two cyclists riding side-by-side will still be illegal. Find out more and share your thoughts at: novascotia.ca/traffic-safety…
Halifax Bike Blog retweeted
Nova Scotia’s outdated Motor Vehicle Act is being replaced and we want your input on how policies for walking & wheeling can be improved!
Sign up to join us for virtual discussions on Dec 8 or 9. More info: forms.gle/do6my7H78bz3Apcy8
HRM plans to have a bi-directional bike lane on George Street from Lower Water to Barrington. Construction will not start until 2022 or 2023. The Halifax side improvements for the Macdonald bridge will not start until at least 2022. We need to act faster.
#bikehfx
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Halifax Bike Blog retweeted
#CarEasyBikeHard
For road segments that are entirely unremarkable in a car, but very tricky on a bike
Halifax Bike Blog retweeted
Have you read @TwitCoast recently? Find paper copies around HRM and check out this article about the Trellis Collective - a group of young people fixing bikes during the pandemic.
m.thecoast.ca/halifax/the-tr…
Demand for e-bikes skyrocketed during the pandemic. E-bikes allow more people to ditch car-dependence and extend their range.
ft.com/content/0e2730c4-6d2f…
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Halifax Bike Blog retweeted
Huge respect for people biking and standing up for others.
"For people like me that have a high level of biking ability, it's terrifying but OK...But for almost anybody else, it's a barrier that is disenfranchising them from [biking]"
It's not OK, but it's what we have
Construction on the Higgins Avenue Bridge in Missoula is posing safety concerns for cyclists. Some cyclists say they've experienced honking, tailing and nearly being driven into the barricades on the bridge. nbcmontana.com/news/local/md…
Cycling infractions in Halifax are in decline. Does that mean we're safer? Read more on Halifax Bike Blog: halifaxbikeblog.com/2020/11/…
Upcoming #bikehalifax project: Rainnie two-way bike lane will be extended to Brunswick. Will also include added concrete buffers + bollards similar to South Park/Hollis/Lower Water.
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The launch of HalifaxBikeBlog! Learn about all of the bike lanes in Halifax, starting with protected bike lanes on the peninsula: halifaxbikeblog.com/2020/11/…