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 Meaning of Cycling Signs


Signage is put in place to inform, advise, warn, and direct. It is important that all road- and path-users are aware of signs because that means everyone is operating from the same premise. Simple means safe.

Regulatory Signs (enforced by law)

Shared Path

For use by cyclists, pedestrians, wheeled recreational devices (WRDs) including skateboards, rollerskates, and rollerblades, as well as micro-electrics (less than 200 watts) and wheelchairs. Cyclists must give way to pedestrians while WRDs must give way to bicycles and pedestrians.

 

Bicycle Lane

Part of the road system is set aside for cyclists. Motorists may only enter this lane to park, enter or exit property, or turn left. Motorists must give way to cyclists in these lanes.

No Bicycles

The riding of bicycles is not permitted beyond this point. The logo may appear on a sign or be painted on the ground.

Bicycle Path Only

For use by people riding bicycles and WRDs only.

 

Separated Path

One side of the path is for cyclists, WRDs and micro-electrics, the other is for pedestrians. Wheelchairs may be on either side.

Advisory Signs

 

Bicycle Route

A street with fewer vehicles and suitable for cycling. No specific facilities are provided.

 

Route Information

This blue sign indicates places of interest to cyclists.

 

Bicycle Awareness Zone

Yellow bicycle symbols are marked on the road to increase awareness of the presence of bicycles and to advise cyclists they must share the road with traffic. Not a dedicated bicycle facility.

 

Steep Grade

An unexpected steep slope which may be dangerous under certain circumstances. Check your brakes.

 

 

Road Ahead

A road crosses the bikeway ahead. Slow down and be alert!