'As the mother of the two happy-looking boys in some of the pictures (ages 12 and 8), I want to say that It was one of the safest bike riding moments they have had. Trying to get them to school every day with inconsiderate and dangerous drivers on the road is much more dangerous. Last night they were surrounded by 340 careful conscientious bike riders who took care of them and protected them from car traffic. The only thing that was scary for them was the police sirens and brutality. They partook of the exhilaration and camaraderie and will never forget the view of their city from the Gardiner.' 
Critical Mass takes the Gardiner
Via Torontoist. Enough said.
Comments
Svend
It was a fun experience, the
Sun, 06/01/2008 - 08:23It was a fun experience, the safest portion of the Critical Mass. No intersections to deal with!
There were enough experienced people who made sure we stayed together, the kids were all right.
I thought the police handled it well, set up a barricade to peacefully funnel us off at Dunn. Not a good idea to try to get around them as one person did, of course he's going to be tackled.
The unplanned and organic Critical Mass always has the potential to do something that isn't too wise in hindsight but it's wrong to say this one was unsafe.
Danielle (not verified)
My kids want to ride their
Sun, 06/01/2008 - 19:28My kids want to ride their bikes but unless there were 340 other bikes around them i just don't think it's safe. You are 100% right...inconsiderate and dangerous motorist are on the roads and unfortunately they spoil biking for me. www.sevendaymother.com