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Originally Posted by racc
Don't judge anything by the media reports, Remember how wrong they were on Burrard Bridge. "Controversy" and conflict sells papers. Don't judge any group of people by media reports. Go and find out for yourself. There are a few "idiots" that go to Critical Mass just like there are a few idiot drivers on the streets. All and all, most of the cyclists in Critical Mass are fine and are respectful of others just like most motorists are.
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Well, hold on here. There was plenty of controversy when the bike lane trial was being planned. It didn't turn into a mess, but that doesn't mean there wasn't a lot of concern prior to the implementation.
Regarding Critical Mass, I've seen it a few times before, and there are definitely a lot of fringe elements present. The fact that myself and other commuter cyclists (the exact type that Gregor and his bike lane proposals are designed for) don't support this at all should raise red flags with this group,
if they are serious about promoting cycling as a mode of transport. This monthly event is working it's way towards an APC/Riot 2010 type activity.
Like one radio caller said this morning on CKNW: What does this group want? Who are they trying to influence to do what exactly? Nobody seems to know. Circle City Hall, or the legislature in Victoria if you are looking for more bike lanes or whatever.
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