Ulysses Cycling in Ontario: The Best Cycling Tours in Ontario |
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Page 3 - When I see an adult on a bicycle, I do not despair for the future of the human race.
Page 16 - ... their citizenship with a document such as a passport. or a hirth or haptismal certificate. Naturalized US citizens should carry a naturalization certificate. Permanent US residents who are not citizens are advised to hring their Alien Registration Receipt Card. Citizens of all other countries. except Greenland and residents of St. Pierre et Miquelon. must hring a valid passport. Some may he required to ohtain a visitor's visa. For details. please consuh the Canadian emhassy or consulate serving...
Page 16 - In addition to the national holidays, each territory and province has its own local holidays, many on the first Monday in August. TIME Canada is divided...
Page 22 - On the less travelled backroads where traffic is light, it is legal to ride two abreast, but it's common courtesy to get into single file when traffic approaches from the front or rear. Use your hand signals to let others know your intentions and keep at least one bicycle length between you and the rider in front of you. This is especially true when travelling with children who constantly wander off and on the road.
Page 21 - Also, reflective material at least 25cm (10 inches) long and 2cm (I inch) wide should be visible (white in the front, and red in the back). 3. All riders under the age of 18 must wear a governmentapproved cycling helmet. 4. Bicycles are prohibited on expressways and freeway-type highways such as the 400 series, the Queen Elizabeth Way and on roads where "no bicycle
Page 27 - Don't rely on someone in your group to fix everything because most problems seem to occur when you become separated for one reason or another. Again, if you are unsure, turn to your local bicycle shop for advice or refer to one of the many repair manuals available. Physical training is recommended before embarking on any bicycle trip, but don't go to extremes. The more...
Page 22 - These bicycles are essentially a cross between a mountain bike and a road bicycle. They have cantilever-style brakes, triple chain rings, wide-range gearing, and flat handlebars similar to mountain bikes. On the other hand, they have somewhat larger diameter wheels (700 cc instead of 26 inch) and narrower tires (1.5 inches instead of 2).