Cycling in Waterloo Region

[danbrotherston]

I rest on the curb, usually a good fit for riding a bike doesn't permit the rider to put a foot down and stay seated at the same time. I find it easier to lean on the curb with one foot down, especially if I'm riding my fancy road bike with the clip-in shoes. Even on my city bike with flat pedals I still do it though. The only place I wouldn't lean on the curb is where there are right turn lanes or a wide enough lane that cars can still make rights... in which case I'm in the middle or left side of the regular traffic lane. Nobody likes a queue jumper though.

I also enjoy a place to rest my foot, although I'm also motivated to stop somewhat ahead of traffic so that they know I'm there.  On roads with a huge turning radius (most roads) this is difficult because the curb curves away before the stop line.

What we really need is this:  http://www.copenhagenize.com/2010/01/hol...hagen.html

Generally I'll also block or move left for right turning vehicles.  It seems polite, unlike turning right across a cyclist which is dangerous and rude.