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Free wheeling is one of the most popular
tourist activities on the Gulf Islands. Although roads are frequently
undulating, with a little more up than down according to weary
cyclists, they are quiet and varied.
Cyclists can choose direct routes to
popular destinations, or wande along a paved but sleepy side road to
explore a different, less known part of each island, and to escape all
but the local traffic.
The islands are popular with cyclist
and cycle groups for other reasons, too. On many of the islands it's
possible to plan a circular route, thus eliminating the need to retrace
your wheels. The Gulf Islands are also well known for their parks,
beach accesses, shops and restaurants featuring local and delicious
fare, and their recreational opportunities. Cool off after that long
hot hill by swimming in a local lake, or relax on a bench in a scenic
area and watch the birds and wild life, or grab a cappuccino and home
made muffin and chat with the locals at the shops, or wheel down and
visit some of the marinas and see what visiting boats are in.
Although roads on the islands are
often narrow, local motorists have learned to share paradise with
visitors, and can usually be counted on to be courteous, friendly and
cautious,
Quiet country roads, variety, friendly
folk and local customs, beaches and seascapes and lots of attractions
to stop you dead are all some of the reasons visitors like to pedal our
way.
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