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Active Transportation Cyclist Survey

Thank you for answering some questions about Active Transportation in Thunder Bay!

Your answers will help us learn how and where cyclists are riding, how safe cyclists feel, and what can be done to improve the safety of cyclists and pedestrians. 

Your feedback will help us to make informed decisions about the future of Active Transportation in Thunder Bay!

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SECTION ONE: ABOUT YOU
1 - Age Category: (select one)
<15
15 - 29
30 - 44
45 - 59
60 - 74
> 75
2 - Gender:
Male
Female
3 - What best describes your riding style?
Mountain Biking
Road Riding
Commuting
Casual Recreational Riding
Other
If you answered "Other" in the previous question, please explain:
4 - Where and how are you most likely to ride? (select one)
On sidewalk against traffic
On sidewalk with traffic
On road with traffic
On road against traffic
On paved trails
On unpaved trails
5 - What kind of safety equipment do you use on your bicycle? (select all that apply)
Bell / horn
Lights
Reflectors
Helmet
Other (explain)
If you answered "Other" in the previous question, please explain:
6 - What is the average distance you ride per trip? (select one)
< 1
1 - 4 km
5 - 9 km
10 - 14 km
15 - 25 km
> 25 km
7 - Do you use the bike racks on City buses to transport your bike? (select one)
Frequently
Sometimes
Never
SECTION TWO: ABOUT YOUR CYCLING EXPERIENCE
1 - What roads, trails, or commuter routes do you use most frequently? (please list)
2 - What problems do you encounter which are of most concern to you as a cyclist? (please rate all that apply in order of importance by entering numbers, 1 being of most concern to you, and 9 being of least concern to you)
  Drivers do not leave enough space when passing 
  Drivers are unaware of your presence 
  Negative comments from drivers 
  Traffic lights don't change for me as a cyclist 
  Trails / commuter routes poorly connected 
  Not enough room on the road 
  Poor signage indicating trails / commuter routes 
  Insufficient / poor quality bike racks at destinations 
  Road in poor condition 
3 - Have you encountered problems not mentioned in the question above? (please explain)
4 - Have bike lanes and shared lanes helped you to feel safer as a cyclist?
Yes
No
5 - How could bike lanes and shared lanes be improved? (please explain)
6 - What intersections, roads and trails do you feel unsafe on as a cyclist? (please explain)
7 - What could be changed about these areas that could improve your riding experience?
SECTION THREE: ABOUT ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION EDUCATION
1 - How did you hear about Active Transportation? (select all that apply)
Website(s)
Facebook page
Newspaper articles / Public Notices
Bike and Shared Lane Brochure / FAQ
Presentations
Event Booths
Word of Mouth
Special Event
Road Markings for Bike Lanes / Shared Lanes
Bike Lanes / Shared Lanes Signage
Advertisements / Bus Tailcards / Billboards
Other
2 - How else can we educate the public about Active Transportation?
3 - What topics would you like to learn more about as a cyclist? (select all that apply)
Bike Maintenance
Choosing and Fitting a Bicycle
Clothing and Equipment for Cycling
Health and Injury Prevention for Cyclists
Rules of the Road
Commuting by Bicycle
Bike Lanes and Shared Lanes
Cycling with Children
Cycling for Seniors
4 - Are there other cycling-related topics you would like to learn about? (please explain)
5 - Do you have any other comments or suggestions for Active Transportation Thunder Bay? (please explain)
6 - Can we contact you with more information on Active Transportation? If so, please provide us with your contact information:
Your Name:
Your Email Address: