Approximately two weeks ago, a fellow bike racer and trackie (velodrome racing in Bromont), Robert Brisson was riding his bike home one evening when he was tragically hit by a truck and killed. The driver fled the scene.

The cycling community here has been in shock ever since. It’s the first thing that is discussed when we see each other.

Now that time has changed and the sun sets earlier, for those of you who ride to work (like I do) get yourselves some LED lights. They are very effective. The better ones can be seen from very, very far. It isn’t so much that drivers can see you, it’s that they are aware that you are there and remember that as they pass you. Without those lights, it’s nearly impossible for drivers to see you.

The Quebec Liberals have decided to complete autoroute 30 with a Private/Public endeavor. Private enterprises will help pay for the autoroute and drivers will be required to pay a toll once it’s completed.

This is an idea I discussed a while back on this blog. If we must REALLY build new roads (and idea I am not in favor of) make the drivers pay. Unfortunately, the money is going to the wrong place: for profit instead of going to the government coffers to help pay for public transport or more bike paths.

Related posts:

1. Where are the Bad Drivers?
2. Be seen
3. Bright Lights Big City
4. Cycling in the City
5. High Lights to turn off this evening