besides, isn't small claims court expensive?

We had this discussion before, but now these jerseys are being sold:

$100 which if you win will usually be paid back to you.

If you're the cyclist who gets the door prize or get hit why would your insurance have anything to do with it? You'd sue the driver, who would then immediately send the claim off to his insurance company, who would defend the action.

Is it more trouble than it's worth? I guess it depends on the situation. If you smashed up a wheel, I'm certain you can get some nice quotes from the bike store folk on the board and do alright.

All of this is based upon the fact that you weren't running a red light, or doing anything sketchy. it also would need actual damages, not just the normal every day squeezed too close to the curb for comfort.

i suppose if you have a bad accident and the cops aren't doing anything for you then you could go after them. i was just thinking of a driver trying to involve insurance in an accident even if it was on the road simply because it was in "traffic".

There are several people on the board (past and/or present and/or lurkers) who have successfully had damages paid for by drivers, but I don't think in any of those cases it was taken to court.

Man, it is really nice out there right now. Unfortunately my office is stale, hot and seemingly oxygen-starved. We have windows that can be opened, but my co-workers who are seated near the windows are apparently allergic to fresh air. Ugh.

Sail them out the window, Wes. Spring has sprung, how could they not want to have a head full of fresh air?

The cops can't do that. Under the highway traffic act they can only deduct points for motor vehicles and streetcars. The only way this will happen to you is if they "forget" to fill in the vehicle type on the infraction.

TJ: The bike path is currently "right of way". If you look at the description of the closure, it's the path. They're removing it's status as right of way to make the transition to parkland.

Parkland from Coxwell to The Don? Seems like a crappy place for a park.

I have completed painting the fork and dropout. I masked off the crown to the best of my ability and gave the rest a sanding, prime, and about 6 light coats of automotive paint that I had matched at Robert Automotive on Dundas W. I haven't given them a clear coat. The paint still feels soft after a couple weeks of drying. I know a spraycan job won't last forever (or even a season) but for some reason I am hesitant of clear coating it, maybe because the original paint job is matte. Any thoughts? There are some more detailed pics on flikr https://flickr.com/photos/83074031@N0...7603875351187/

Get matte clear coat. I used that on my matte black bike.

The bike/walking/etc. path on the north side of the Lakeshore is currently considered road right of way (i.e. part of the lakeshore boulevard.). "Closing it" means it is no longer road right of way (this wouldn't restrict north south access as these exisiting accesses are roads, not right of ways).What it would do though is prevent, say, adding a lane to the Lakeshore that would take over the path (as it's currently road right of way).

It may also limit new constructions that would try to cross the bike path, for example the 700,000 square foot Smart Centre that's planned for the old film studio site and is currently appealing to the OMB for a zoning variance that was previously denied.

Lots of folks use this path to walk, commute or just ride around. Changing it to parkland would help ensure preservation and prevent encroachment.

Agreed Wes, lovely day out - too bad some people are allergic to that gorgeous shiny thing in the sky as well as open air...

Looks sweet as hell nerdsgirth, I'm not usually one for white bikes, but there's been a couple really nice ones recently posted up... beauty!

I like those jerseys, too My Rob Roy is matte black, I might get some clearcoat for it as well (especially as I already dropped a rim on a seat stay the first night I had it, chipping the ****ing paint - idiot me)... thanks for the tip.

ah...now I finally understand. Gads are they STILL looking at building the damned Wallmart there? Christ on-a-stick, I can't think of anyone in the hood that wants them there.

Unfortunately, if they build it, they will come. That's enough justification for them. IT'S PROGRESS, MAN!

ooo that would be wonderful! too bad i had to use up my lieu time for the end of the fiscal year, so i doubt that i would be able to leave work to attend the meeting.

seems like it's a lot of people's first day/week back on the bike. i always find it amusing that whereas some folks are just getting out their gear, i'm already ditching it! 6 degrees? i don't need no stinkin' jacket! rockin' the short-sleeves i tell you what

a few more things:

- i hate cabbies. seriously dudes wtf.

- i have 3 wool jerseys that are too big for me that i should get rid of.

- hacker-pschorr ("bavarian") beer is quickly becoming my new favourite LCBO treat. so much for the 100-mile diet...

Oh yeah, and their neighbor has done a "me too" at the OMB wanting the same variance without saying what's going on there.

The Smart Centre lobby effectively lobbied out the local business community by requesting financial statements from all vendors claiming risk of business impact. The OMB granted this so the business group said no thanks. Apparently Smart Centre can tell how much it will impact a small business's earnings by looking at their books.

I like the little shops and such on Queen, Gerard Square has Zellers and Home Depot.. the new Crappy Tire isn;t even offensive in it's South-of-Lakeshore positioning. A monster seller centre will just wreck the survivability of all those little niche shops.

Hacker-pschorr can be found on tap at a few places around too... Beer Bistro is one IIRC... good stuff

I wore only my base layer and long sleeved T today, despite it being -2C, there was barely any wind and it felt lovely - my legs were starting to sweat at points - so I think my shorts-prep on Tuesday wasn't far off. I definitely am noticing a massive difference in the number of bikes out there, though - coming along Bloor and Danforth today was cool. Must admit sometimes it's irritating to be behind a less experienced/shaky rider, I put my patience to the max and give them the room they need to feel confident - I try to say a "good morning" to everyone I pass/meet along the way - the way I see it is more bikes = better for everyone.

What size?

Missed connection: Cyclist @ Shaw/Dundas

https://toronto.en.craigslist.ca/tor/mis/628831505.html

Wait until it gets really nice and then ride along Danforth. Your patience will tested more then.

Yeah, I'm wondering what to wear for the race on Saturday, actually. I guess short-sleeve, thin wool jersey with sleeveless baselayer + armwarmers will work out (+ trusty bib-knickers). Good 'ol armwarmers.. best thing ever.

On a side note, I badly need a new cycling cap. My 2 year old Rabobank cap is horrendously disgustingly stained and now the bib is partially torn off. The only other cap I have is a Cadence one made from sail-cloth, so it's a little warm/bulky. Has anyone seen anything cool in stock any place local lately? I stopped by BoW to see if they had any Walz stuff, but there was nothing to be found.

Why don't you order one from Walz's website?