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Finally, I am not sure a..."Paul M said...<br /><br /> Finally, I am not sure about the headphones point - I would say headphones are OK except (a) keep the volume down so you can still hear ambient noise"<br /><br />You can get waterprood bluetooth speakers that mount on your handlebars and pair up with your smartphone for playing music through. Far safer than headphones/earbuds and benny-bonus, pedestrians can hear you coming up behind them (provided they haven't got headphones on/earbuds plugged inAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04522574186375199063noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7129037502516609710.post-10939827591700973172013-11-29T10:00:27.351+00:002013-11-29T10:00:27.351+00:00Hi Mark, researching my latest blog, Doing it quic...Hi Mark, researching my latest blog, <a href="http://bikemapper.blogspot.co.uk/2013/11/doing-it-quicker.html" rel="nofollow">Doing it quicker</a>, I came across <a href="http://www.croydoncyclist.co.uk/do-asls-help-cyclists/#comment-424" rel="nofollow">this comment</a> from Charlie Lloyd, which rather suggests conventional ideas about HGV blind-spots might be wrong. Thought you'd be interested to know. - Simonbikemapperhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16902775699101288384noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7129037502516609710.post-13607125808062161462013-11-27T08:45:28.112+00:002013-11-27T08:45:28.112+00:00To report road problems this website is excellent:...To report road problems this website is excellent:-<br /><br />http://www.fixmystreet.com/<br /><br />It directs the comments to the appropriate authority and the submissions seem to have an effect, often I receive an email explaning what is going to be done and when (or why not).Kevin Cordinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03885225953492072838noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7129037502516609710.post-31288301363052110712013-11-26T13:15:29.740+00:002013-11-26T13:15:29.740+00:00As a Dutch cyclist the single one thing I can reco...As a Dutch cyclist the single one thing I can recommend is to <b>stay away from a lorry or bus</b>. As a rule of thumb, if you cannot see the lorry driver through his rear mirror he will not be able to see you.The3oLandhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10602138216027997337noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7129037502516609710.post-19526770112325001062013-11-26T12:12:33.238+00:002013-11-26T12:12:33.238+00:00Sadly, I am seconding the note written by Departme...Sadly, I am seconding the note written by Department for Transport.<br />Randomness and luck play a major role in whether we are involved in an accident or not.<br />The sheer quantity of damaged street furniture is the evidence under our noses.<br />A flattened bollard on the junction of Old Broad street and London Wall for example. What happened? Was the bollard in a vehicle's blindspot? Was it inadequately lit up or acting in an unpredictable manner?<br />Obviously not, but if someone was incapable of avoiding a glorified static light bulb then I don't hold any hope for them being capable of safely interacting with cyclists and pedestrians. <br /><br />BillAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7129037502516609710.post-85559348239778236272013-11-23T15:51:03.825+00:002013-11-23T15:51:03.825+00:00My safety tip - Vote for a different mayor at the ...My safety tip - Vote for a different mayor at the next election.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7129037502516609710.post-91749993424472722472013-11-23T01:56:43.948+00:002013-11-23T01:56:43.948+00:00The sad truth is that those who have died while cy...The sad truth is that those who have died while cycling probably also had top tips for safety, things they always did or always avoided to make sure they stayed safe – until one fateful day when some truck driver smashed into them when the light turned green, or turned left into them at a junction.<br /><br />Of course we all have great tips for staying alive but the truth is we've been lucky enough to not be in the wrong place at the wrong time. Many of those dead were experienced cyclists with lights, helmets, etc.<br /><br />We feel the need to believe that we have some self-preserving skills, some great awareness, some fast reflexes, otherwise we probably wouldn't ride a bike in London at all. But our safety is really in the hands of those around us, driving dangerous motor vehicles.<br /><br />Sure, we can do this or wear that to make ourselves safer, but even the safest cyclist in the world is no match for a badly-driven tipper truck.<br /><br />Sorry if that's a rather depressing comment.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7129037502516609710.post-76702220349438507432013-11-22T17:26:47.220+00:002013-11-22T17:26:47.220+00:00Learn a martial art. Sorry, but I am sick, tired ...Learn a martial art. Sorry, but I am sick, tired and fed up of *begging* the public authorities to fulfil their statutory duty to uphold the law. Car drivers, lorry drivers and bus drivers now enjoy _de facto_ impunity to assault cyclists, whether it be with their vehicle or with their fists. <br /><br />Fight back. Davidhttps://malkaandmalka.info/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7129037502516609710.post-68098975330325484702013-11-22T17:01:06.940+00:002013-11-22T17:01:06.940+00:00I make sure to give considerate drivers - ie those...I make sure to give considerate drivers - ie those that hang back and only overtake when it is safe to do so - a thank you wave of the hand. I have also taken to politely telling drivers who encroach on advanced stop boxes that cameras are now being used to issue tickets and it is £100 and three points. Most are grateful for the warning.WilliamWhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02535250852461698291noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7129037502516609710.post-18784859026538182862013-11-22T16:47:37.922+00:002013-11-22T16:47:37.922+00:00Totally agree about hi vis - on a lit urban street...Totally agree about hi vis - on a lit urban street I can't see how it makes much if any difference to your visibility, particularly when on a well-lit bike. I saw a tweet from a cabbie earlier saying pretty much the same thing. <br /><br />I would also second comments about using at least two lights front and rear, one flashing one static. Not only does it give some backup in case one unexpectedly packs up, I find it is often harder to judge the speed of an approaching bike when it has only flashing lights.Alexnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7129037502516609710.post-18649309113816808162013-11-22T16:35:35.398+00:002013-11-22T16:35:35.398+00:00There are 2 main bits of safety kit which we'v...There are 2 main bits of safety kit which we've had fitted for the past few million years. Evolution soon sorted out those hom saps who did't use eyes and ears effectively, and falling over when running (or running into a tree has delivered a body that manages to take the odd knock at a typical running speed of 15-20mph and generally bounce back.<br /><br />Worth noting though that a huge download/upload facility between you and other folk takes place through eyes and visual signals. but it has only a 120 degree scan at any one time. Lock in with ears and you get that 360 degree alert to look for the source of the sound.<br /><br />We do though fail in making good use of sound, and interpreting the reaction to it. If you get no response chances are the other road user is deaf....<br /><br />Woman also report a greater difficulty in looking back when cycling - a possible cause being that they are riding bikes built for men, with differing body proportions and turning the head & shoulders makes it more likely they will be turning the 'bars Dave Hhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11574227829528072780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7129037502516609710.post-49045188778254085162013-11-22T14:24:38.003+00:002013-11-22T14:24:38.003+00:00A further thought, this time on jumping the lights...A further thought, this time on jumping the lights to get away from impatient, revving lorries and vans.<br /><br />If you simply get off your bike, and walk along pushing it beside you, placing both feet down one after the other, you become a pedestrian again, and cease to be a rider of a bicycle. This was laid down in a court of appeal case, Crank v Brooks (1980 RTR 441). The presiding judge, Waller LJ, actually refers to the defendant as a foot passenger" but same difference.<br /><br />This is a technique I often use, for example to carry on round a left turn, or where there is a safe crossing to get to the other side of the junction on foot.Paul Mhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07929808238663838155noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7129037502516609710.post-50931777548832101542013-11-22T13:39:20.544+00:002013-11-22T13:39:20.544+00:00Two slightly contradictory observations from 10+ y...Two slightly contradictory observations from 10+ years cycling in London:<br /><br />1. Give yourself room. Car drivers seem to assume that they can pass you about as close as you are to the kerb. The more space you take, they more they give.<br /><br />2. You are invisible. Never rely on someone having seen you even if they look right at you.Rob Agarnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7129037502516609710.post-23746612874133416442013-11-22T12:26:26.351+00:002013-11-22T12:26:26.351+00:00Like you I am sceptical about high-vis and helmets...Like you I am sceptical about high-vis and helmets - I can see a role for helmets when riding off-road in the countryside and no other vehicles would be involved in any incident, but they are about as useful as a f*rt in a spacesuit when it comes to mixing with buses and HGVs. I personally don't wear high-vis, but I do use my bike lights and I ride in "primary", as a fluorescent canary would still not be seen by most motorists if they are in their peripheral vision, ie by the kerb, but full-central they are visible without. It is largely a question of physiology - the incidence of egregious negligence or recklessness by motorists is still thankfully rare. I do however exaggerate my primary position as I approach a pinch-point - a look over the shoulder to check the coast is clear, a hand signal and then a steady drift rightwards so that I occupy the centre of the lane as I pass through. I do this every night on Stamford St just approaching the Coin Street development. The following taxis etc have never so far taken umbrage, perhaps because any fool can see the back of the traffic queue 50 yards further on.<br /><br />Finally, I am not sure about the headphones point - I would say headphones are OK except (a) keep the volume down so you can still hear ambient noise and (b) never make phone calls (Boris - please take note) because even hands-free they are a distraction and are a dumb idea whether you are riding a bike or driving a car.Paul Mhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07929808238663838155noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7129037502516609710.post-65107058729314750392013-11-22T12:03:49.447+00:002013-11-22T12:03:49.447+00:00The top tip for cycling safely in Amsterdam is cyc...The top tip for cycling safely in Amsterdam is <a href="http://goamsterdam.about.com/od/gettingaroundamsterdam/a/top10bikesafety.htm" rel="nofollow">cycling safely in Amsterdam</a> is 'Know where to ride'. The second one is 'See the signs', and the last one is 'Use a map.' <br /><br />It says: "Not all Amsterdam streets are meant for cyclists, so "winging it" without a route plan can be inefficient and dangerous."<br /><br />Here in London, of course, things are very different. Before the protest at Bow Roundabout recently, Lucy left a comment on the LCC website: "Anyone guiding rides over there? I have no idea how to get there, and I won't be allowed to take my bike on the train at that time of day.<br /><br />"I don't even know where the roundabout is, and Google maps is not helping. Any tips?"<br /><br />A few minutes later she added a further comment: "No, wait, I've found the roundabout, but still no real idea how to get there from Richmond, Any ideas? :)"<br /><br />I don't know about Citymapper, but the 'fastest' route on CycleStreets lists 71 separate instructions, whereas the fastest route on my proposed design for a revitalised LCN would show just two. <br /><br />bikemapperhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16902775699101288384noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7129037502516609710.post-83841785009132439692013-11-22T11:48:19.363+00:002013-11-22T11:48:19.363+00:00Make sure the bike itself is maintained in good co...Make sure the bike itself is maintained in good condition, particularly the brakes. <br />Jitensha Oninoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7129037502516609710.post-36804974838217301512013-11-22T11:39:02.039+00:002013-11-22T11:39:02.039+00:00I was going to make the point that Kathryn made ab...I was going to make the point that Kathryn made above^^^.<br /><br />In Central London (I cycle from Liverpool street to Hammersmith and back during rush hours), I find it helps to change my outlook into thinking that I am a vehicle rather than a bike, and that being on two wheels doesn't necessarily give me the right to queue-jump.<br />Yes, there are points where you can safely trundle through stationary traffic to the front of the lights, but judgement should tell you when this might catch you out. Look ahead and if the lights have been red for a length of time, it's more than likely they'll turn green when you're still in amongst the queue.<br /><br />The same thing helps when on the move; if you act like a vehicle, you'll get treated like one (albeit a slow-moving and irritating one). Riding out a little further away from the kerb may cause impatience on the part of the drivers who might be stuck behind you, but:<br />1) If they're stuck behind you, it at least means they are aware of your presence on the road, and<br />2) you will probably delay them for a maximum of 20-30 seconds (or until the next set of lights), and they'll forget that you annoyed them in an intstant. If they knock you off, they'll remember it much longer.soapytwisthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09031316482409667355noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7129037502516609710.post-6251888357448390672013-11-22T11:16:17.350+00:002013-11-22T11:16:17.350+00:00A quick addition to the route planning points: Use...A quick addition to the route planning points: Use Cyclestreets.net. You'll get three options for every route: Fastest, Balanced and Quietest. <br /><br />The Quietest routes avoid main roads where possible and will probably point out bike paths you didn't know existed. On my commute the Fastest route is via the unpleasant Superhighway 7, the Quietest via London Cycle Network 3 - for 2/3rds of my 9 mile journey I encounter very few motorised vehicles. Jamesnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7129037502516609710.post-8467927799190938102013-11-22T11:08:40.650+00:002013-11-22T11:08:40.650+00:00@liz - yes I agree, being polite, lots of hand sig...@liz - yes I agree, being polite, lots of hand signals to drivers etc (nice ones!), can only change their view of us for the betterjimbohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07829015526023308596noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7129037502516609710.post-64001463522346992282013-11-22T11:03:43.524+00:002013-11-22T11:03:43.524+00:00On the subject of lights, it's a good idea to ...On the subject of lights, it's a good idea to have a main light and a backup, with one of them on steady and one flashing. This also means that if the batteries die mid-ride you still have one working light. I also try and give good/patient drivers a thumbs up, smile or wave, it's important to reinforce the good behaviour!Liznoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7129037502516609710.post-36557788710193700672013-11-22T11:03:19.672+00:002013-11-22T11:03:19.672+00:00with regards to Phillip's comment earlier abou...with regards to Phillip's comment earlier about overtaking etc - Sometimes the issue is slow and indecisive cyclists - where you are almost pushed to overtake to avoid a collision. You are not sure if they are stopping, slowing down or turning.<br />Everyone should maintain a nice steady pace to maintain the traffic flow. And keep pedalling!<br /><br />I also report pot holes etc to the council - there were some pretty nasty ones next to sharp drain covers that have now been filled. <br />Process is pretty easy - search Council Name & Potholes, and you can usually find an online form or such. The more of us that do that, the better the roads will be (councils have a duty of care I think to respond to reports quickly)jimbohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07829015526023308596noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7129037502516609710.post-67525368274131169372013-11-22T11:00:01.017+00:002013-11-22T11:00:01.017+00:00I agree with most of this. I invested in a better...I agree with most of this. I invested in a better front light a year or so ago and have been so glad I did - having a light that is not only visible but actually lights up a good deal of the area in front of you is so useful in the parks and so on after dark. <br /><br />Also, when it comes to riding assertively, I agree you should ride out at least a metre in general, but when you are in a situation where someone passing you would be dangerous (you are about to turn right, you are approaching an area of the road that narrows, you are just riding down a narrow road with parked cars on both sides) it's really worth taking the lane - riding out right in the middle so that people can't pass you. Sometimes it annoys drivers but really it is not going to slow down their journey and it stops stupid people doing something to endanger you.<br /><br />ClareAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7129037502516609710.post-2051601794770764802013-11-22T10:37:40.336+00:002013-11-22T10:37:40.336+00:00All of these tips are fantastic, keep them coming!...All of these tips are fantastic, keep them coming!<br /><br />I especially like the idea of planning your route and finding quieter streets if you can, and riding with a buddy sounds like a fun way of making things that little bit more pleasent.<br /><br />@Kathyrn Hide I find it frustrating when motorbikes and couriers squeeze in to the advanced stop line too, especially if they are very big and powerful bikes. I understand that enforcing ASLs will be one of the priorities of the 2,500 traffic police who are currently being deployed on London's streets to look out for itinerant drivers (and cyclists!), so hopefully that will help get some education out there.ibikelondonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06978714126105951294noreply@blogger.com