do you have to wear a helmet while rollerblading in Vancouver?

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wtfisthis

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Hi

No.....just when you ride a bike. Although that is never enforced.

The police are far to busy to stop everyone not wearing a helmet when they bike.

how old do you have to be to drive a motor scooter?

Sissy

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Hello key key

If you are in Canada I believe you have to be 16 to drive any powered vehicle. But, you can use a limited speed (32 km/hr maximum) electric scooter without licence or insurance because it is classified as a power assisted bicycle. Or you can drive a limited speed electric motorcycle (70 km/hr maximum) with a regular licence and insurance - no motorcycle licence required. It is always smart to take some lessons for riding 2 wheeled vehicles, but the scooters have a lower center of gravity making them easier to balance than a bicycle.

If you are considering buying this is information from the best electric scooters and motorcycles I could find locally - Motorino Scooters from Greenwit Technologies - when I went shopping for myself. (I live in British Columbia)

I took this from the web site of their shop in Vancouver, but their scooters are carried all across Canada:

What are the advantages of having an electric scooter?
a) Freedom - it is classified as a bicycle and as such can benefit from all the freedom you have riding a regular bike.
b) Economical â donât pay for parking, insurance, driverâs license, gas, maintenance, pennies to charge. If used as a substitute for a car it pays off in 4 months.
c) Safer than a bike â the scooters look like, and have all the safety features of, a gas motorcycle. From our customerâs experience, car drivers pay scooter riders more respect than regular bicycle riders.
d) Quiet â no engine or transmission noise. It is literally noiseless. (I believe this applies to the brushless motors only, which is what these people make)
e) Environmental â it is greener than using a bus. Utilizes the idle night energy when you charge it. Batteries are recycled and there is no emission.
f) A lot of fun â you will believe when you try it.

Who would benefit from an electric scooter?
a) People who want to avoid heavy traffic. Since our MOTORINO⢠scooters are classified by Transport Canada as Power Assisted Bicycles they travel beside the traffic or anywhere where regular bicycles are used.
b) People who work in the city and are tired of looking for, or paying for, parking. All MOTORINO⢠scooters can be legally parked on the sidewalk and have security antitheft features.
c) Daily commuters traveling up to 60-70 km on flat roads or 30-40 on hills. The high torque motor provides enough power to handle 15 degrees hills.
d) Commuters who hate to get wet in rainy weather. The specially designed for MOTORINO⢠scooters rain cape which is included with the scooter, and the visor helmet, protect the rider completely in rain.

I hope that is helpful
-Beulah

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What should I get/ do to become a mountain bike racer?

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pokerspade

I am an average novice bike rider. I want to know what I need to do to start training and eventually compete in mountain bike races. What kind of training and diet regiment should I follow? What kind of bike and helmet should I get? How do I even get into a race? I am looking for anyone who has experience in the sport who might be able to help an upstart wannabe racer make his dreams come true.

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First off, I am sure you have a bike. But I am sure it's not 1. Fitted to you 2. Tuned 3. Has proper Components. If you want to race this summer the good news is you don't even need a bike right now. You need to be in the Gym 3-4 days a week taking Spinning classes, weight lifting on both legs and upper body and following a nutrition plan to skinny you up (yes Skinny riders are normally the fastest).

Bike, Ok so your now on your way to getting fit. That's good. But to race you need the right bike. Go to your best Local bike shop (check MTBR.com for review). And tell them your story, they will either outfit you with a better set up or take what you have and get it ready for racing..

Riding: MTB is not just about fitness or gear. But a lot about heart and finesse. I would find out from the shop were the last year races were, maybe there was a series that toured around your state. Then as soon as the weather is nice get out there and ride as much as you can, forget the Gym and just ride. It's a lot different then being on a stationary bike.

Once your comfy on the bike and all the trails (this is not as easy as you think). Make some friends that ride, again your shop is a good resource. and look into a good beginner race. This will get your feet wet with how it's done.

After you have raced a little the rest falls into place.. Good luck.

How dangerous is it for a teenager to bike on the road?

Maddibon

I live in Vegas so the drivers are a little..... yeah they aren't the best. I want to ride my bike to school but its illegal to ride on the sidewalk!
Is a helmet all I will need? I have a neon colored bike and helmet so I WILL be seen no problem.

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yes, considering where you live it could be dangerous. I didn't know it was illegal to ride your bike on the sidewalk there. weird. I'd suggest doing a ride up there before school starts to test it out and have you parents ride with you, just in case.

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