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 resources to help cyclists make informed decisions. There are different solutions for the different situations… Continue reading Think twICE – cycling in cold conditions
Author: 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 and treasurer.
European Platform on Mobility Management
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 based interface that lets you compare various cities. Derby isn’t included although Nottingham and Leicester… Continue reading European Platform on Mobility Management
Disability Cycling
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
20’s Plenty for Us campaign for speed restrictions
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.
The Big Pedal 2012
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! The race is open to every school in the UK and takes place between 5-23… Continue reading The Big Pedal 2012
Liveable Streets and Suffragettes
The Liveable Streets website (based in the US) contains a lot of videos including one on the recent Suffragettes and Cycling event in Leicester.
Derby Neighbourhood Forums
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 and argue the case for cycling at a local level. Even better get on the… Continue reading Derby Neighbourhood Forums
Traffic Signs policy paper
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 one way streets). Full report can be downloaded from here.