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Sorry you had a bad one on Monday. We were out there too but finished our ride before 11am and didn't have any issues with other riders. I definitely have had more bad days on Seymour though than Fromme. I think part of the problem is that there is shuttle access, 2 way connector trails that are relatively narrow and the occasional large group or mudbunny ride and you can start getting your flow interrupted pretty easily. 

No solutions or ideas here really. Just to suggest that maybe we need a more detailed set of etiquette guidelines just for Seymour itself that align with a higher density of riders on a narrower ( and sometimes 2 way) trail network. Then post those guidelines in more places might be helpful.

Posted by: whisper06

Wow, thanks all for your comments in the thread. 

I will answer a couple of things pointed out to me from my original post. 

Yes! is the simple answer, riding with my 18 month old is pretty much fun for me. I have never had an issue with people passing me when I am with him. He loves it too. Bump bump and cheering and laughing the entire way down and high fiving and fist bumping all the way up.

My issue was with my 4 year old getting passed. I ride behind her to give her a buffer and I make sure people know they are about to pass a 4 year old. But, please just do so with care. I do my best to ride at times that are not too busy, and trust me she can handle everything that bobsled can throw at her she just does it at 4 year old pace. All I ask is let us clear the track for you when it is safe and then get back to your top speeds.

Both my kids will learn proper trail etiquette as they grow up, including the climbing rider has the right of way and pass only when it is safe to do so. As their skills improve they will be looking to get on to bigger and better trails so this debate will never really end. it all comes down to RESPECT. Then we can all get along on the giant playgrounds that we are all so fortunate to get to play on.

Thanks for the clarification, whisper. Here's mine. 

On the few occasions when I have ridden up on a family situation on the trail I always slow down, make myself known and say something positive as I carefully move past. Then I get on ripping it up. My earlier suggestion was that Bobsled is a popular trail and many, like me, like to go fast on it. The attitudes of the riders you meet will vary in a situation like that. Yes sharing and good judgement should be the rule, but as mountain biking explodes in popularity I myself see more and more "Vantitlement" on the trails. All I can say is , good luck, have fun and I hope your kids have good experiences out there. 

P.S. I would vote against making bobsled a kids primary trail. It's important to have that kind of trail available for all to enjoy.

I totally appreciate wanting to get your kids into biking, but bobsled was built to be fast. Rider attitudes vary, but if you're taking an 18 month old on it, I'd say your prioritizing your enjoyment over his. Might be you who needs to rethink things.

Who was arguing for no action? You are putting words in my mouth Gord. That's not like you. I was simply commenting on the nature of accountability and internet hostility.

New things are already well under way. A new forum solution with improved functionality and user focussed moderation will be part of that solution.

When can we look for the new solution, Cam? It is greatly needed.

http://karatemonkey.blogspot.ca/2016/10/internationl-ride-on-seymour-day.html?m=1

Yep it sure was.

Hazen…….

The Internet is the insane asylum of the 21st century, Drew. This movie ended with the good news but the Easter egg at the end of the credits has been disappointing like the Howard the duck promo at the end of Guardians of the Galaxy.

Seriously, why are we still here?

This is like watching a cat play with string.

Nice one. :)

What about Hazen Trollbert for a trail name?

You're a fucking liar and a coward. Forget legal tactics, I've seen your strategies, and the only thing keeping you off the losing end of a lawsuit is that we have lives and friends to share them with, and you do not. You're like the dickless loser in the bar that stuffs his jeans with socks. Yo have no authority and you have no argument. So don't threaten us with your phony bullshit and don't threaten our spouses or children or friends. You are one and we are many.

You know how many times I typed a comment like that in this thread just to delete the words? The guy is a troll and a good one at that, Julie. Don't let him bring you down to his level. His mistake was to bring his game here. This is nsmb.com . It's not our first rodeo. It's all good kiddo. Just relax and enjoy the trails.

Now this…THANK YOU TO ALL WHO GOT INVOLVED!!!

FURTHER UPDATE:

CMHC and the Province are prepared, as co-owners, to permit reasonable and responsible recreational use of the property. Users are reminded that persons entering this land do so entirely at their own risk, and that the owners are not responsible for any damage or loss to property, or personal injury.

Going forward, CMHC and the Province will work closely together to consider the management of appropriate recreational usages of the property.

Thank you again for your patience!

Jane Thornthwaite, MLA

North Vancouver Seymour

Notwithstanding the need for confirmation, this is great news!!!!@!

Thanks to everyone! Especially M Craver for hooking up with CMHC , and Scrooge McDuck for some damn good entertainment.

Good work NSMBA and DNV councilors, especially Previous aka Mr. Bond.

What about "my man Smedley " for a trail name?

Cam, can we arrange a pair of socks for the most creative and non vulgar suggestion?

Monica has been great for the Mtb community.

She helps us to focus our efforts as a galvanizing force.

We could never have gotten a trail through mountain view park let alone her road.

And NOW she could be the catalyst that legitimizes mountain biking in the CMHC!

Thanks Monica!

You guys are totally on it!. Thanks Monica!

We should build a trail and name it after her.

Thoughts ?

sounds like a machine was used on the power line trail.

curious what the "large structures" in question are. the little booter on deer john that MC posted on the CMHC FB page, perhaps?

Seems like, must be like Xmas for her.