what is of concern to me is the disregard or oblivious safety of many cyclist I see on the road.
I am astonished to see so many cyclist cycling with no lights during dusk and at night in the pitch black especially on country roads or roads that are poorly lit. On top of that they are dressed in dark clothing making themselves almost invisible to other road users. I have had many a near miss on a number of occasions when driving and it is not a pleasant feeling.
I think there is a need for regulation of some description for cyclists if they can’t take responsibility for their own safety. Helmets should be compulsory as should lights and appropriate clothing so they can be seen. To me that is basics for ones self safety when on the road.
Cycling styles – why do people pedal with their heels on the pedals surely that can’t be safe, it looks unsightly.
As a car driver and cyclist for many years I think that we can all learn from each other with regard to road safety and respect each others views of how we use the road.

Here’s to safe cycling

Pat

> However, when you look at overall distance cycled in the UK, – growth from 4.1bn to 4.5bn km it is hardly an overwhelming change in the importance of cycling in the UK. Compared to many continental neighbours, the UK still lags behind with cycling remaining a minority choice of transport in most cities in the UK.

http://cyclinginfo.co.uk/blog/cycling/britains-cycling-boom/

Don’t take everything the DfT, TfL, CTC says as gospel!

For more, see:

http://hembrow.blogspot.com/2010/04/cycling-is-booming-in-uk.html