Cycling in New Westminster

Bicycle: Indicates that you are on a bicycle route.

Dedicated bicycle lane: Buses, motorcycles and other motor vehicles are not permitted to travel or stop in this lane unless making a right turn onto a cross street. Transit buses may stop at designated stops for passengers.

Sharrow (shared roadway symbol): Indicates where cyclists should generally position themselves while sharing the roadway with other vehicles.

Shared pathway: Indicates an off-street pathway shared by pedestrians and cyclists. Cyclists must yield to pedestrians.

Bicycle with arrow: Indicates that the direction of a bicycle route is changing.

Bicycle box: Indicates area where cyclists may position themselves at a red signal, allowing them to turn or go straight in advance of other vehicle traffi c when the signal turns green.

Symbols to know: Look for these on streets and signs

SkyTrain

Bicycles are allowed on SkyTrain for no extra charge at all times of operation except in the peak direction (toward downtown in the morning and away from downtown in the afternoon), Monday to Friday from 7-9 am and 4-6 pm. Only two bicycles per SkyTrain car are allowed. Bicycles are not permitted at any time at Metrotown Station. Bicycles must not be carried on station escalators. Use elevators or stairways to access platforms. Cycling access to SkyTrain is commonly restricted during special events. Contact TransLink for further information.

Bus

Most bus routes in Metro Vancouver provide bicycle racks on the front of buses. Bicycles can be loaded onto racks during all hours of bus operation at no additional charge. Only two bicycles can go on each rack at a time. Motor-powered bicycles are not permitted on racks.

For more on bicycles on the transit system and bus routes with bicycle rack service: TransLink at 604.953.3333 or visit their website: translink.ca/en/cycling

Bicycle Lockers

Lockers are available for monthly rentals

from TransLink at many SkyTrain stations and Park and Rides. For more information: cmediaoutdoor.com (see Lock and Ride) or 604.924.1076 translink.ca/en/Cycling/Bikes-on-Transit/Bike-Lockers.aspx

Public Transit

Cyclists have the same rights and responsibilities as drivers. The Motor Vehicle Act and City by-laws apply to cyclists too.

Remember:

• Obey all traffi c regulations and speed limits.

• Yield to pedestrians and watch for school children crossing the routes.

• Do not ride on sidewalks where cycling is prohibited by New Westminster’s Street Traffi c Bylaw: www.newwestcity.ca/database/rte/6027str(1)(1).pdf

• Signal before turning.

• Yield to a bus when it is leaving a stop.

• You must use front and rear lights on your bicycle after dark.

• All bicycles must have a warning bell.

• Helmets are required and safety vests or refl ective clothing are recommended.

• Do not wear headphones that cover both ears.

On the road

Passing: Passing on the left is best. Ride no closer than one metre from parked cars.

Lane position: If a lane is narrow or has no shoulder, ride near the middle of the lane for improved visibility and safety.

Turning: Always shoulder check when making a turn. Use a hand signal to indicate your turn direction.

Always shoulder check before changing lanes or position on the road.

Ride Safely: Follow the Rules of the Road

Police Emergencies 911

Police Non-emergencies 604.525.5411

TransLink 604.953.3333

Bicycle lockers 604.924.1076

WebsitesCity of New Westminster: www.newwestcity.ca/residents/residents_services/transportation.php

Metro Vancouver cycling routes and information: translink.ca/en/cycling

VACC (New Westminster): www.vacc.bc.ca/advocacy/advocacy.php?pageID=17#new

New Westminster Bike ShopsCap’s Bicycle Shop434 East Columbia Street 604.524.3611

Custom Cycle616A 12th Street 604.526.3835

New West Cycle & Sport47 Sixth Street 778.397.3971

Contacts

Types of Routes

Off-Street Bike Route: Paved or unpaved pathway physically separated from vehicular traffi c, shared with commute cyclists, pedestrians and other recreational users.

On-Street Bike Lane or Shoulder: Paved and marked portion of the street for the exclusive use of cyclists.

On-Street Shared with Signs and Markings: Signed and marked street, shared with vehicular traffi c.

Major Street: Generally the busy street in the area with high traffi c volumes.

Neighbourhood Street: Generally the local street with low traffi c volumes.

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A Special Crosswalk is a traffic control device with pedestrian-activated flashing amber lights intended to alert drivers to the presence of pedestrians in the crosswalk.

Cycling in New Westminster

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