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(Continued from page 13) Cyclists in Halton also face haz- ards from other elements â€" namely the shameful state of the area’s bike paths which are meant for use as an alternative to the open road. Most are poorly maintained and are littered with garbage. In fact, the Halton Police bike patrols refuse to use them! But the outlook is not completely gloomy for cycling in Halton. It appears that small steps are finally More than 300 Super Cities Walkers will meet at Burlington Central Arena for a leisurely stroll along routes from two to 20 kilome- tres through local parks, recreation areas and picturesque city streets. All routes are fully accessible. Light refreshments, special vehicles to weary walkers and first-aid are pro- vided at each rest stop. At the finish line participants can enjoy lunch and great entertainment while they relax. . To register for the Walk, pick up a brochure, complete and fax it to 416- 922-7538; or call 1-800-268-7582 to register by telephone. For more information call the Halton MS office at 1-905-681-8770. Walkers raise money from pledges and can earn wonderful prizes. More than 15,000 Ontario resi- dents are expected to participate in the Super Cities Walk for Multiple Sclerosis (MS) on Sunday, April 17th. The Super Cities Walk is expected to raise $800,000 in Ontario and $2.5 million across Canada from 43 Bicycle lanes need priorit Super Cities Walk for MS ---E UNFINISHED WOOD 4” GLUE STICKS ITEMS V 0 Dual temperature 0 Assorted styles Final Clearance FABRIC TRANS- FERS BY PLAID 0 Assorted designs Special Purchase No rainchecks FABRIC [ACE Special Purchase No rainchecks PUFFIN STITCHERY KIT 0 Children's mini kits Orig. 1.99 FABRIC PAINT A SAVE 50% TULIP SCRIBBLES 0 Sets rhinestones 4 oz. studs Special Purchase ' Patterns included 4 oz. 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There is also a plan to develop a bike path along the lake- front that would be in conjunction with a provincial move for a bike path stretching across southern Ontario from Kingston to Niagara Falls. As well, the City of Burlington recently approved a one-year experiment that will allow bicycles to be ridden on certain sidewalks. At this point, cyclists are most likely feeling pretty good about them- selves since the law is finally sitting up and taking notice of their troubles. But not every cyclist is a model citizen. Bad cyclists - just as there are bad drivers â€" are also prominent in Halton. Cyclists who run stop signs, never signal, and illegally use side- walks are among the biggest com- plaints that the Halton Police have about bicycles. “The sidewalk is not for the use of cyclists,” said Michalski. He pointed out that riding on sidewalks scare many pedestrians, especially senior citizens, who may have slower reac- tions. “All of a sudden (senior citi- zens) are confronted by a bicyclist that goes speeding by. It’s usually young kids who are doing it, and the result can be very traumatic.” Duncan summed it up this way, “Many cyclists make quick decisions that may prove fatal because they DELUXE BEDAZZLER FETAL PORCELAIN 8 oz. 4.95 value Final Clearance 1 GALLON AQUARIUM Reg. 34.99 SAVE 40% 0 Hexagon with light COLOURING BOOK 4.95 value Beg. 4.99 SAVE 60% Special Purchase - No rainéhecks WICKER BASKETS 0 Many styles to choose from BY MAXWELL Special Purchase N6 rainchecks 0 Value pack of 24 24.95 value Thomas Hansen is a second journalism student at Sheri College and currently on place with the Town of Oak Communication Department. HA life-time resident of Oakville and cyclist with seven years experit in all areas of the sport. ‘ don’t realize that drivers have v reaction times. 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