Bike paths? Cycling lanes? Quiet roads?
It might seem like a bit of a pointless debate, since skill and experience vary so much from one cycle-traveler to another, from one cyclist to another.
Oh, you think it’s pointless?
Even when your own safety is at stake?
Well, if that’s your point of view, I respect it. But personally, I wouldn’t trust secondary roads, even if drivers in this province are conscientious.
I simply believe it’s a personal choice, depending on our own levels of comfort, our experience on the road, and who we’re cycling with. The word "pointless" might not be the best fit—I just wanted to avoid debating a subjective issue that isn’t mine to decide. I’ll say it again: "since skill and experience vary so much from one cycle-traveler to another, from one cyclist to another."
The route info I share is strictly for informational purposes—never a conviction or obligation. Everyone is free to take or leave the suggestions.
The same goes for elevation; I love mountainous routes on my bike trips, but I totally get that others might prefer easier bike paths. It’s all about personal freedom.
For the Mont-Laurier–Grand Remous–Maniwaki route, I find the quiet roads toward Gatineau much safer than the RV2 bike path to Val-d’Or, but that’s just my personal opinion—other cyclists might agree or not.
That said, I do know what I’m talking about, having biked all these routes in recent years.
Happy cycling season in Quebec (or anywhere else on the planet)!
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