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Renforth Dr., north of Bloor St.

On Wednesday, the City of Toronto's Cyclometer newsletter announced the following:

Renforth Dr. at Burnhamthorpe Rd.

Renforth Drive in Etobicoke now has 2.5 km of winding lanes between Bloor Street West and Rathburn Road.(Google Map)

Since I read this at work, I decided to check it out on my way home, and then again on my way to work on Thursday morning. Here's a review of what I saw and experienced.

The following is an unapologetic copy and paste from the City's Cyclometer. The best news is the tax exemption - yay for incremental change! I wonder if frames and bike parts are also exempted?

1. Tax Exemption On Bicycles And Bicycle Helmets To Take Effect December 1st

Starting on December 1, 2007, the Ontario government will exempt bikes costing $1000 or less from retail sales tax (RST). Bike helmets and other safety equipment will also be exempted.

"Increasing the affordability of quality bikes for children, youth and those considering cycle commuting sets the stage for a lifetime of cycling," said Pete Lilly, President of the Bicycle Trade Association of Canada and owner of Sweet Pete's Bike Shop.

2. Don't Hide Inside, Go For a Ride

As November wears on, 'lobster claw' gloves, long underwear and wool socks slowly move their way back into circulation.
This year become part of Toronto's 'Bike Winter', by listing your cycling events with the City of Toronto Online. Calendar will be ongoing between December 1 and February 29th.

3. Monday January 7th-Friday January 11th, 2008