Comment 30385

By FenceSitter (anonymous) | Posted April 22, 2009 at 19:30:58

>In the 1970s, as increased use of the personal automobile began to create congestion problems in the city centre, Groningen council adopted the development of enhanced cycling infrastructure as part of its long-term transportation strategy.

The above comment is a good lesson for all. There is no need for car enthusiasts to be against a cycling strategy. If we can sell it correctly - less cars on road, less congestion and so on.. then we might have a few unsuspecting allies in the challenge of making Hamilton cycle friendly (and still car friendly).

Hamilton proposed a comprehensive Cycling plan way back in 1980, and again (see new post) in 1999. Lets not make the same mistake again. We should all be behind this.

In response to Hmmmm, no we are not the Netherlands. But Hamilton, besides the escarpment is relatively flat. Great for the short journeys the above article talks about. Vancouver is not exactly flat, but cycling thrives there (yes, no harsh winters) and most of it occurs off the main roads.

Jason, I have not looked at the Shifting gears document yet, but you are right about alternates to main/king corridor. Delaware/Stinson is perfect for a cycle route, maybe just make Wentworth two-way to feed the sherman cut traffic directly on to main or king, quicker for cars that way. Check out a map, mountain and downtown are full of long direct streets perfect for cycling, parallel to the main roads.

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