Following a spate of cyclist deaths in Toronto, a group of
journalists decided to do some investigative reporting. What would
happen, they wondered, if they were to set up a camera and observe
one of the city's most frequently traveled bike routes during
the busiest times of day? The results were surprising.
Staking Out a Cycling Hotspot
In Toronto, the Richmond cycle track serves as a main
thoroughfare for commuters and recreational cyclists alike. Since
it was installed, bicycle traffic has increased 600 per cent and
collision rates have decreased. In the last decade, there have been
no reports of serious injuries or bicycle-related deaths.
Unfortunately, based on the findings uncovered during the
observation period, by no means does this indicate that cyclists
should feel safe.
