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Cyclists, drivers can't point fingers
Collision data show both parties need to take better care on road
It's time to call a truce in Winnipeg's war between cyclists and drivers.
It turns out both are at fault for crashes, injuries and even cyclist fatalities during the past decade, according to data released by Manitoba Public Insurance.
The continuing rate of collisions between bikes and vehicles is one reason Manitoba's Public Utilities Board told MPI late last year to put together a more comprehensive public education campaign on road safety and messaging to motorists regarding cyclists, such as giving cyclists one metre of space when passing them.
"We're both to blame," said Dave Elmore, director of safety and education for the cyclist lobby group Bike to the Future. "There's equal fault on both sides. The numbers that we've had in the past from MPI really show that at least 50 per cent of cyclists are at fault for most of their own collisions."
MPI's numbers from 2001-10 appear to back that up. MPI spokesman Brian Smiley said 13 cyclists were killed and 68 seriously injured in that period, and there were 2,144 less-serious injuries to cyclists.
Almost 68 per cent of reported collisions happened at intersections, as did 61 per cent of the 13 fatalities. In 63 per cent of those collisions, the cyclist was pedalling straight ahead and 20 per cent of the vehicles involved were turning right, meaning the driver likely turned into the cyclist without shoulder-checking.
Of the cyclists in a collision with a motor vehicle:
-- 10 per cent reported they were distracted or confused;
-- 4.3 per cent failed to yield the right-of-way;
-- three per cent disobeyed a traffic-control device.
Of the motor vehicle drivers in a collision with a cyclist:
-- 4.1 per cent said they were distracted;
-- 4.8 per cent failed to yield the right-of-way;
-- 1.1 per cent were speeding.
"Everyone is expected to share the road," Smiley said. "Cyclists are entitled to be on the road. They are also expected to observe the rules of road, meaning stopping at stop signs, observing traffic lights and yielding when appropriate. Vehicles are also expected to share the road with cyclists."
The numbers were compiled from claims filed with MPI. City police do not record these statistics.
Elmore said the numbers he has show there is an overall downward trend in the number of car-cyclist collisions in the past decade, but that the numbers have edged up in the past two years.
"I think that's really a result of the fact that we have more and more cyclists on the road these days, and fewer of them actually understand how they should be behaving on the road," he said. "In some cases, they don't possess the skills, and in some cases, they don't have the knowledge and understanding.
"It's easy for drivers to point to cyclists who shoot through red lights and at stop signs, but they're by far the minority of cyclists. And the same holds true for cyclists, who say that drivers speed and also roll through stop signs."
What's needed is a more rigorous public education campaign on cyclist safety, run by MPI and the province, as dedicated bike lanes on streets are slow in coming and costly.
"People believe that there's this war between cyclists and drivers, but ultimately, I don't believe it's a war," Elmore said. "I think that really it's just a misunderstanding and it's created because of the knowledge gap. There's a huge gap in knowledge on both sides of the coin. Education is unfortunately overlooked as a solution."
Smiley said MPI has met with cyclist groups to rework the information MPI gives to the public in brochures and on the Crown corporation's website.
He said the worst months for cyclist fatalities are June and July, with 23 per cent of such deaths happening in those two months. June and July were also the worst months for injuries. No cyclist deaths were recorded in December, January and February.
The worst day of the week for cyclist-car collisions is Wednesday, with 18 per cent recorded, and the worst time of day is the 3 p.m.-to-6 p.m. rush hour, during which 30 per cent of such crashes occurred.
Smiley said 90 per cent of all bicycle-vehicle mishaps were reported, and 10 per cent were classified as hit-and-runs.
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EVER wonder why motor-vehicle drivers don't see the person on the bicycle until the last second, if at all?
It's not so much because they're not paying attention, it's because the human brain can only process the images the eyes see directly in front of them, not what's around them.
It's another way of saying your eyes weren't designed for driving.
Your peripheral vision is only as good as the size of the object approaching you from the side, such as a truck. Your peripheral vision would not necessarily pick up a cyclist, especially when lost momentarily in the blind spot of a car-door pillar.
The lesson here is drivers should always look right and left at least twice before going into an intersection. It also means fully turning your head so your brain processes what your eyes see.
For cyclists, it means wearing high-contrast clothing so they can be seen. Flashing lights front and back are a must at dusk and during the night.
It also means not only looking at vehicles around you, but at the drivers.
If a driver doesn't appear to notice you, or worse, is on a cellphone, play it safe and assume you have not been seen. Also be predictable in your riding.
"A lot of people look at it like it's that old expression, 'it's just like riding a bike.' That's not true," said Dave Elmore, director of safety and education for Bike to the Future. "That's balancing a bike. Riding a bike in traffic is a totally different world."
For more information, go to www.londoncyclist.co.uk/raf-pilot-teach-cyclists
Republished from the Winnipeg Free Press print edition January 19, 2013 A4
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MOSCOW (Reuters) - Father Christmas, aliens, President Vladimir Putin's lateness and "jerks" - Russia's prime minister gave the nation his views on more than he intended on Friday.
Dmitry Medvedev let his guard down after an interview with five Russian television stations when he failed to realise the cameras were still rolling.
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To be fair, it's a few office blocks so nothing to shout home about but in my opinion it's the hub of Europe, we read about 'Brussels' every day and it was worth the visit just to see where decisions that affect our lives are made.
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A work place, not worth a visit. There are office buildings all around, expensive small restaurants with bad quality catering the people that work there and have no choice at lunch time. Dead area after 6pm or on weekends.
The EU Quarter best moment to visit is on a Thursday afternoon. Go to Place Luxembourg in front of the European Parliament and see where your tax money goes when all Eurocrats start their weekends. ;)
The neighbourhood itself is practically died out on the weekends (Friday through Sunday). There are some beautiful parks with great architecture though.
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They are excited about the plans, but cautious regarding the amount of work to be completed in two days. Although there were a lot of changes, this young designer pulled off a major kitchen renovation in two days and with $2,000.
The couple like the bright color of their dining room and the corner cabinet is a useful display/storage space. Unfortunately, the kitchen and this room totally clash right now.
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There was a time, not all that long ago, that in order to own a powerful smartphone you would either need to commit to a two-year contract, or you would be expected to pay as much as $500 – $700. Thankfully, this has changed considerably in the last year or so. There are now several manufacturers that offer handsets that bring quality specs and yet are priced low enough you don't need to take out a second mortgage or sign your life away to a carrier. In this article, we take a look at some of the best low-cost Android phones on the market.
Now, obviously the idea of "low-cost" is somewhat subjective. For some folks it is anything under $350, for others it might mean devices that are under $200. With this in mind, we'll bring you a total of six devices: three that are under $200, and three that are under $350 — this way everyone wins. We'll also be sure to list a few honorable mentions and encourage our readers to let us know if there's a phone you think deserves a mention for sporting reasonably solid specs at a rock bottom price.
As for how we'll 'rank' the phone? Basically we are looking at a number of factors though price/value ratio is probably among one of the highest factors here. It is also worth mentioning that all devices on this list will be full unlocked, and off contract. For those US readers looking for even cheaper phones and don't mind going with a locked-down handset through a prepaid carrier, you'll want to check out our Cricket, AT&T, Boost, T-Mobile and Verizon prepaid lists.
Editors note – we will be updating this list as more devices hit the market. This article reflects things from a US/EU centric perspective, though many of these devices and pricing will apply to other international markets as well.
Best Android phones under $200
#1 – Motorola Moto G (2nd gen)
The follow-up to the original Moto G holds a lot in common with its predecessor, including its 1.2GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 CPU and 1GB of RAM. This time around, however, the display size has jumped up to 5-inches and the camera package has also improved.
The Moto G runs on near-stock Android 4.4, and should get Android 5.0 Lollipop sometime before the year is up. Motorola's Moto G series proves that low-price doesn't have to mean low quality, something we're also seeing with the even cheaper Moto E.
- 5-inch LCD display with 1280 x 720 resolution
- 1.2GHz Qualcomm quad-core Snapdragon 400 CPU
- 1GB of RAM
- 8GB and 16GB storage options, microSD expansion
- 8MP rear cam, 2MP front cam
- 2070 mAh battery
- 141.5 x 70.7 x 11 mm, 149g
- Removable colored backs
- Android 4.4 KitKat (Lollipop update coming down the pipeline)
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#2 – Motorola Moto E
Yet another phone from Motorola that proves you don't need to pay top dollar to still get a solid Android experience. The Moto E is far from a power house with its dual-core Snapdragon 200 CPU and a smaller qHD 4.3-inch display, but the phone actually performs rather well, in large part thanks to its clean stock-like Android installation.
The Moto E actually has a few small advantages over the first-gen version of its bigger brother, such as its microSD expansion slot and the inclusion of a front-facing speaker, but the second gen Moto G takes these advantages away. Without a front cam and with slightly weaker specs, the Moto G (2nd gen) is the better deal but if you absolutely are looking for the cheapest phone around, the Moto E provides a $50 savings over the Moto G and yet is still without a doubt one of the best handsets you'll find for under $250.
- 4.3-inch LCD display with 540×960 (qHD) resolution
- 1.2GHz Qualcomm dual-core Snapdragon 200 CPU
- 1GB of RAM
- 4GB storage with microSD
- 5MP rear cam
- 1980 mAh battery
- 142g weight, 124.38 x 64.8 x 12.3mm
- Removable colored backs
- Android 4.4 KitKat
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#3 – BLU Vivo Air
The Vivo Air is one of the latest handsets from Blu, first announced at CES 2015. There's a lot to like about the Blu Vivo Air: It's thin, extremely light and has a 4.8-inch screen that should work well for all but the most hardcore Android users. The Vivo Air is meant to be a thin, compact device that doesn't break the bank. It has an octa-core processor, a clear 8MP rear-facing camera, and a 2100mAh battery. While the battery isn't great, it should still make it through a full day with moderate usage.
- 4.8-inch Super AMOLED display with 720 x 1280 resolution
- 1.7GHz octa-core Mediatek 6592 CPU
- 1GB of RAM
- 16GB of on-board storage, no microSD card slot
- 8MP rear cam, 5MP front cam
- Non-removable 2100mAh battery
- 139.8 x 67.4 x 5.1 mm, 97g
- Black, White/Gold
- Android 4.4.2 KitKat (Lollipop update coming down the pipeline)
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- BLU has just announced seven new low-cost Android handsets at CES 2015
- Hands-on with BLU's latest smartphones
- Blu Vivo Air review
Best Android phones under $350
#1 – LG Google Nexus 5
At $349 for the 16GB model, the Nexus 5 is more mid-ranged price than "entry-level", though it's still extremely aggressively priced when pitted against other devices with its spec sheet. The LG Nexus 5 is powered by a 2.3GHz quad-core Snapdragon 800 CPU and has 2GB of RAM. The Nexus 5 ships with Android 4.4 KitKat right out of the box and should be making the move to Android 5.0 Lollipop in the near future.
If you want a stock Android experience, the way Google intended it, then there's no better choice than the Nexus family, and while the Nexus 6 is more powerful, the Nexus 5 is still an extremely capable handset with an excellent price/value ratio. Of course it is important to note that the LG Nexus 5 is being phased out and so finding stock in the Google Play store is largely a hit-and-miss experience.
- 4.96-inch display with 1920 x 1080 resolution
- 2.3GHz Qualcomm quad-core Snapdragon 800 CPU
- 2GB of RAM
- NFC, A-GPS, Bluetooth 4.0 LE, Wireless charging
- 16GB and 32GB storage options
- 8MP rear cam with OIS, 1.3MP front
- 2300 mAh battery
- 130g, 137.84 x 69.7 x 8.59mm
- Android 4.4 KitKat (Lollipop coming soon!)
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#2 – OnePlus One
While still not the easiest to get a hold of, it's much easier to get an invite for the OnePlus One than it was just a few months ago. Additionally, OnePlus is slowly introducing "pre-order" windows for the device, and hopefully it is only a matter of time before it is widely available without any hoop jumping required. While it's no longer a "brand new" device, it's low pricing (starting at $300) still makes it an absolute winner and recent software updates have eliminated many of the complaint points that some OnePlus One users had to deal with early on.
As for the hardware? The OPO is powered by a 2.5GHz quad-core Snapdragon 801 with 3GB RAM. There's also storage options of both 16 or 64GB, a 13MP camera, a 3100 mAh battery and Cyanogenmod 11S (based on Android 4.4). The OnePlus One is a solid device, spec wise, and the addition of out-of-the-box Cyanogenmod makes it stand out. At the same time, the OPO is also a desirable device for those that prefer a stock-like Android experience.
- 5.5-inch LTPS IPS with TOL display, 1080p
- 2.5 GHz quad-core Snapdragon 801
- 3GB of RAM
- 16/64 GB, no expansion
- 13 MP rear LED flash, Sony Exmor RS sensor, 6p lens, f 2.0, 4K, HDR
- 5MP front, f 2.0, 80 degrees field of view
- 3,100 mAh battery
- GPS, GLONASS, microUSB 2.0, Wi-Fi a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1, NFC
- CyanogenMod 11S based on Android 4.4 Kitkat
- 152.9 x 75.9 x 8.9 mm, 162 grams
- Colors: Silk White/Sandstone Black
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For those interested in buying, your best bet is to check out their forums for an invite, or participate in their next pre-order round on November 17th.
#3 – Moto X (1st Gen.)
Ah, the memories. Motorola aimed to show us that they could make an inexpensive phone with midrange specifications that performed as well as the competition. They managed to succeed with the Moto X. Many people grew very fond of this device thanks to it's smaller-than-usual 4.7-inch screen, stock Android software, and that weird dimple on the back that fits your index finger just right. All of these features coupled with Motorola's own software enhancements (Active Display, Touchless Control, Moto Assist), made for one heck of a great phone.
It wasn't the best phone on the market, spec-wise. But it didn't need to be. It didn't have tons of extra software features that nobody needs, nor did it have a nice 1080p display. The Moto X will continue to be one of our favorite Android phones of all time.
- 4.7-inch AMOLED display with 720 x 1280 resolution
- 1.7GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro CPU
- 2GB of RAM
- 16/32/64GB on-board storage (no microSD slot)
- 10MP rear cam, 2MP front cam
- Non-removable 2200mAh battery
- 129.3 x 65.3 x 10.4 mm, 130g
- Customizable via Moto Maker
- Android 4.4.4 KitKat (Lollipop update coming down the pipeline)
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Honorable Mentions
While these are some of the best budget handsets, the market for affordable devices continues to grow and we are seeing a number of excellent choices, here's just a few honorable mentions that are worth your consideration:
- Moto G (1st gen): It's still pretty easy to find the original Moto G, and often times you can get it at some very steep discounts. For those willing to go the prepaid route, the phone is found for a little under $100 through the likes of Verizon and. Boost Typically though, it's going price is now around the $150 mark unlocked.
- Asus Zenfone 5: Powered by a 1.6GHz Intel Z2560, the Zenfone 5 packs pretty solid specs, including a 720p display. While it never officially launched in the US market, there are plenty of importers on Amazon and elsewhere that sell the device for as little as $170. While not as impressive as the 2nd-gen Moto G, the specs are still very good and the phone will certainly stand out from the crowd.
- Sony Xperia M: There's something to be said for Sony's aesthetics, and if you are looking for a premium looking phone without paying premium dollar — the Xperia M might just fit the bill. The phone can be found for as little as $150 and is powered by a dual-core 1GHz Snapdragon S4 Plus with 1GB RAM and 4GB storage with microSD.
- Sony Xperia M2: Again seeing Sony's aesthetics, though this time with improved hardware including a 1.2GHz Snapdragon 400 with 1GB RAM, 8GB storage and microSD.
We will be adding plenty more to the honorable mention section in the days to come, so please be patient. Also feel free to add suggestions for the list if you so please! What do you think are the best 'cheap' phones available for purchase outright (prepaid or unlocked)? Let us know what you think in the comments below.
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UK Outlook for Friday 10 Apr 2015 to Friday 24 Apr 2015:
The changeable period will probably continue, with unsettled conditions interspersed with some spells of fine weather. Current indications are that westerly regime will persist allowing showers or longer spells of rain to affect the UK at times, with northwestern parts likely seeing the most frequent bouts of unsettled weather. There will likely be some drier, more settled periods too, predominantly across the south and east; but across all parts at times. There will therefore probably be a wide range in temperatures with some warmer days, but also some cold nights, with a continued risk of frosts; especially in the north. By mid-April, signals become very uncertain.
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But questions raised Sunday by CBS's "60 Minutes" about the veracity of his story and the management of a foundation that grew from his work have some of the campuses re-evaluating their plans to recognize or feature Mortenson and his books.
Faculty at U. of North Carolina-Chapel Hill backs plan to put students' (and professors') grades in context.
CUNY plan would make it easier for community college students to earn bachelor's degrees at four-year institutions, but many faculty members at senior colleges say changes infringe on their curricular role.
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Units in yard service take a short break at the south end of the west yard at Corbin.
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Still coal-fired at the time, UP Challenger 3985 performs a photo run by on a Cheyenne-Laramie round trip for the Rocky Mountain Railroad Club.
Northbound Jacksonville-Cincinnati intermodal Q142 is about a mile or so north of the siding at Wofford, KY, on the former L&N KD Subdivision. It's raining hard, too!
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Raised by a pro-black, Pan-Afrikan single mother during the crack years of 1980s Washington, DC, and educated at Sidwell Friends School and Harvard University, Baratunde Thurston has over thirty years' experience being black. Now, through stories of his politically inspired Nigerian name, the heroics of his hippie mother, the murder of his drug-abusing father, and other revelatory black details, he shares with readers of all colors his wisdom and expertise in how to be black.
Beyond memoir, this guidebook offers practical advice on everything from "How to Be The Black Friend" to "How to Be The (Next) Black President" to "How to Celebrate Black History Month."
To provide additional perspective, Baratunde assembled an award-winning Black Panel—three black women, three black men, and one white man (Christian Lander of Stuff White People Like)—and asked them such revealing questions as:
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The result is a humorous, intelligent, and audacious guide that challenges and satirizes the so-called experts, purists, and racists who purport to speak for all black people. With honest storytelling and biting wit, Baratunde plots a path not just to blackness, but one open to anyone interested in simply "how to be."
"In this hilarious blend of razor-sharp satire and memoir, Onion editor and cofounder of the Jack & Jill Politics blog Thurston muses on how, generally, to be black in today's ever-changing world. He's quick to point out that his book is not a magic potion that will make readers instantly black (it is not How to Become a Black Person If You Are Not Already Black). Instructive chapters include 'How to Be The Black Friend' and its corollaries, 'How to Speak for All Black People' and 'How to Be The Black Employee.' Thurston's life was shaped by his mother, a force of nature who instilled in him a love of camping and bicycling, along with a fiercely radical spirit. As a teen, he participated in the Ankobia program in D.C. taught by Pan-African black American activists. This same woman also enrolled him in the prestigious Sidwell Friends school (home to Chelsea Clinton and President Obama's daughters) and cheered at his Harvard graduation. In order to get a fuller picture of blackness in America today, Thurston assembles 'The Black Panel,' consisting of artists and stand-up comedians who address race in their work. Questions he poses to panel include when the members first realized they were black (most were very young), if they ever wished not to black (very few did), and what they thought of the idea of 'post-racial America.' Using his own story and humor, Thurston demonstrates that the best way to 'be' anything is to simply be yourself. Agent: Gary Morris." Publishers Weekly Copyright PWxyz, LLC. All rights reserved.
The Onions Baratunde Thurston shares his 30-plus years of expertise in being black, with helpful essays like "How to Be the Black Friend," "How to Speak for All Black People," "How To Celebrate Black History Month," and more, in this satirical guide to race issues—written for black people and those who love them. Audacious, cunning, and razor-sharp, How to Be Black exposes the mass-medias insidiously racist, monochromatic portrayal of black cultures richness and variety. Fans of Stuff White People Like, This Week in Blackness, and Ending Racism in About an Hour will be captivated, uplifted, incensed, and inspired by this hilarious and powerful attack on Americas blacklisting of black culture: Baratunde Thurstons How to Be Black.
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Paddling past a moose as it rises from the water of a wilderness river is nothing short of an awe-inspiring experience. Earlier this July on the Manigotagan River, this happened 10 times during a single day.
One of Manitoba's most popular whitewater routes, the Manigotagan is something of a paradox -- easily accessible by road, but also for the most part undeveloped.
So if you're craving a wilderness experience that involves moving water -- but you don't have the time or money to reach the Bloodvein -- the Manigotagan should provide all the solitude, scenery, waterplay and wildlife-watching opportunities you could ask for in a trip that takes less than one week.
During the course of six days in the first week of July, the Manigotagan offered a total of 16 moose, a single river otter, several painted turtles and countless bald eagles, blue herons, loons and other waterfowl.
The river is also graced with nine waterfalls -- including a couple of stunners -- and more than 20 runnable rapids, almost all of which can be attempted safely by groups of two canoes or more, provided they're equipped with basic safety gear and common sense.
But you can also paddle the entire river with little technical experience, as all the portages are well-marked and well-maintained. There's even a temptation to consider the Manigotagan "wilderness-lite," given how many paddlers descend the river every season.
But it's also entirely possible you won't see another soul along the route. If you're considering a Manigotagan trip, here's what you need to know:
Manigotagan River
The trip: Four days to a week, depending on how far you want to paddle and how much time you have. The 95-kilometre trip from Long Lake in Nopiming Provincial Park to the town of Manigotagan takes five or six days and encompasses 31 rapids or waterfalls. The 70-kilometre paddle from Quesnel Lake to Manigotagan takes three or four days and includes 25 rapids or falls.
Skill prerequisites: This trip can be done by any paddler with wilderness-camping experience, as there are portages around almost all rapids. If you have whitewater experience, you can vastly reduce the number of times you have to shlep gear. Most of the runnable rapids are rated Class I and Class II; Some of the Class III rapids can be run with empty boats and proper safety precautions. Scout every rapid first: Just because you're relatively close to a highway doesn't mean it's OK to take risks.
Access and egress: If you start at Long Lake, put in at the public boat launch four kilometres west of Provincial Road 314. To start at Quesnel Lake, take Provincial Road 30 past Manigotagan and then Quesnel Lake Road to the put-in at Caribou Landing. The take out is east of the town of Manigotagan, just upstream from the PR 304 bridge.
Car shuttles: Charles and Marilyn Simard (204.363.7355) run C&M Shuttle Service out of Manigotagan. They'll charge you $150 to drive your vehicle from Long Lake and store it on their property while you're on the river. Shuttles from Quesnel Lake are $120. Charles, the Manigotagan River steward, also possesses a wealth of information about the river.
Fees and campsites: Provincial park passes are required to access Nopiming, but there's no fee for backcountry camping anywhere along the Manigotagan. Most campsites are marked and many have steel-grated fireboxes and throne toilets.
Maps and guidebooks: Four topographical maps cover the entire route: 52L/13, 52L/14, 52M/4 and 62P/1. They're available at Canada Map Sales, 1007 Century St. The Manitoba Eco-Network's annotated Manigotagan River Canoe Map retails for $10, but you will need the topo maps as well. Hap Wilson's Wilderness Rivers of Manitoba also has great interpretive information, though some of his names for the rapids and falls don't line up with the ones used by Simard; the contradictions are noted in the Eco-Network map.
When to go: Water levels are highest in May and early June, when hypothermia is the main danger. Mid-summer water temperatures are balmy, but the insects can be brutal. September is almost bug-free, but low water reputedly can turn some rapids into rock gardens. So it all depends what you value most: Obstacle-free paddling, warm weather or bug-free nights around the campfire.
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