Author Archives: IanD

About IanD

I am a regular cyclist and long term member of the DCG, although only active in the last 3 years. I've always enjoyed leisure cycling and have also commuted by cycle when my job has allowed. I am now a regular commuter by bike and bus. Previously undertook membership secretary and newsletter editor roles for the DCG and am now webmaster.

British Cycling Ride Leader Training in Leicester – March 10th

Posted on February 1, 2012 by IanD

A few places remain for the planned British Cycling Ride Leader Training on Saturday 10th March. Training takes place at the new Wellington Street Cycle Training Hub (Former Central lending Library on Wellington St) in Leicester. An opportunity to join the British Cycling … Continue reading →

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Think twICE – cycling in cold conditions

Posted on January 23, 2012 by IanD

There is a campaign based in Bristol by LifeCycle to raise awareness of the issues of cycling in icy weather. The aim of the campaign is to highlight the hazards of cycling in icy conditions and to offer information and … Continue reading →

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European Platform on Mobility Management

Posted on January 3, 2012 by IanD

There appears to be a lot of useful information on the mix of transport types used in various cities across the UK and Europe (with a few others worldwide) which is documented at http://epomm.eu/ In particular there is a map … Continue reading →

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Disability Cycling

Posted on November 30, 2011 by IanD

A guide to Disability cycling has been published by Get Cycling and can be downloaded from here The “Bikes not Barriers” website can be accessed here

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20′s Plenty for Us campaign for speed restrictions

Posted on November 30, 2011 by IanD

There is a strong campaign in many parts of the country to persuade local authorities to lower speed limits in residential areas. Take a look at the Twenty’s Plenty web site.

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The Big Pedal 2012

Posted on November 11, 2011 by IanD

Aimed at all schools in the UK, The Big Pedal is back and this time it promises to be bigger and better than ever before. The organisers have made some improvements to the race – including the participation of scooters! … Continue reading →

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Liveable Streets and Suffragettes

Posted on November 11, 2011 by IanD

The Liveable Streets website (based in the US) contains a lot of videos including one on the recent Suffragettes and Cycling event in Leicester.

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Derby Neighbourhood Forums

Posted on November 4, 2011 by IanD

Derby City Council hold regular Forums to gain feedback from local people on the issues that matter most to them. Details on the planned meetings are here A great way to engage in local democracy and have an influence. Go … Continue reading →

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Traffic Signs policy paper

Posted on October 14, 2011 by IanD

The government have published a document detailing a new policy for traffic signs (93 pages of bedtime reading!). There is some interesting content regarding cycling including the approval of the contraflow cycling sign (for allowing cycling the wrong way down … Continue reading →

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