Bat there is a couple groups that get together and ride on the weekends (friday and saturday) yes there is gals riding also.

the AC bike path has not happened and most likely won't in the near future. It is just a idea and people got carried away with it.

which bike to bring is up to you. you can use both types here. I also have mountain bike and road bike.

cycling is allowed on the corniche road but not on the walking path. but there is cyclist riding there anyway. the corniche road is very busy most of the time and not fun to ride.

I ride here year round. yes it get's to hot for some but the wind is more painful I think.