Not-So-Magic Roundabouts
I've been paying attention while driving up to and on roundabouts in the last few days, thinking about whether or not I would see a cyclist and how I would respond.
Category: Cycling
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Crossings
Perhaps my own safety, and that of those around me, is more important than making a point about the rules of the road?
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Cycling catch-up
I don't remember the last time I did an extended ride.
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Controversial Commute Tips 9 – Smile
Mostly, cycling is an exhilarating, fun, healthy, life-enhancing, life-lengthening, sociable, environmentally friendly, fast, cheap, and trendy way to travel.
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Controversial Commute Tips 8 – Educate
Perhaps talking about your cycling, telling your stories from two wheels and sharing your experiences will make the roads a little bit safer.
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Controversial Commute Tips 7 – Stand Firm
My aim, in "standing firm", is to make sure that other road users around me are aware of my presence, and my rights as a cyclist AS I'm cycling.
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Controversial Commute Tips 6 – Decent Gear
I think that, like a decent bike, some decent cycle clothing makes the whole experience much nicer.
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Controversial Commute Tips 5 – Routine
Establishing a routine is good, will come as you work at it, and makes life easier.
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Controversial Commute Tips 4 – Lighten the Load
I used to take paniers, but leaving things at my destination means that all I have to carry fits easily into a small rucksack.
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Controversial Commute Tips 3 – The Bike
Of course, it doesn't REALLY matter, but a decent, fit-for-purpose, well-maintained bike makes the whole experience so much better.