One of the best cycling destinations in the world is British Columbia, Canada. Whether you are touring the countryside on Canada's multi-use trails or mountain biking the surrounding peaks of BC, the natural beauty of the area offers amazing biking experiences for any type and level of cyclist. And if you are a cyclist, finding a bike friendly hotel just got a little easier.
On Vancouver Island there are several excellent bicycle trails that are perfect for day excursions. The Galloping Goose Trail is roughly 60 km long and showcases Matheson Lake, several charming BC towns, picturesque bridges over babbling streams and some of the prettiest flora and fauna on the Pacific Northwest. If you are looking for something a little more daring, the British Columbia coast mountains have some of the best mountain biking around; especially if you enjoy the rush of high-speed alpine downhill routes.
Cycle-friendly communities like the greater Victoria area offer great urban exploration opportunities. Local bicycle coalitions are bringing awareness of "share the road" campaigns and biking within the city limits of major BC cities gets safer every day. If you are a road bike rider looking to get out of the city though, the Lochside Regional trail in BC offers a stretch of paved rural roadways that are easily navigable on road bike tires. The Galloping Goose trail, following an old rail line, is known far and wide for its scenic and winding path all the way to Sooke BC and Leechtown.
Bicycling is a way of life. For those who have adopted bicycles as their primary method of transportation, the safety of the bicycle and the safety of the rider are of the utmost importance. Even for cycling hobbyist, thousands of dollars can be spent on bicycles and making sure you are staying in a bike friendly hotel is especially important to protect your bicycle if you are taking it traveling with you.
It is the simple services provided by bike friendly accommodations that can make all the difference in the world as a cyclist. Knowing that the BC hotel you stay at will recognize the financial investment you have made in your bike (and its vulnerability to theft), and therefore will allow you to store your bike in your room, is a simple courtesy that bike friendly hotels will allow. As a touring cyclist, there is no greater peace of mind than knowing your bicycle is safe and secure.
Also, providing bike tools and cleaning stations for any disrepair by the elements or use that may occur during a vacation truly puts a bike friendly hotel ahead of the rest. Bikes demand regular tuning to maintain their functionality and nothing is worse than losing a day on the trails during your cycling vacation due to not having the right bike tool.
British Columbia has something for all types and levels of cycling enthusiasts. Make sure your bike friendly hotel is showing you the bike love you deserve while you explore the diverse terrain of beautiful BC.
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Accent Inns has bike friendly hotels in Victoria, Vancouver, Kamloops, Burnaby and Kelowna. Make sure your BC hotels show your bike love while you explore the diverse terrain of beautiful British Columbia.
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