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Call for improvement on 'danger' cycle routes



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Published Date: 17 September 2008
Asha Mehta
CALLS have been made for better cycle provision in Peterborough – with campaigners claiming cyclists "dice with their life" on some routes.
Lobby group CycleSay wants to see better facilities at two locations that Peterborough City Council is considering at a meeting on Tuesday, September 23.

The council may make changes to the Dodds cycleway, running from the city centre to Gunthorpe, and around the Thorpe Road area.

Spokeswoman for the lobbyists Geraldine Walker said: "Burghley Road roundabout is very unfriendly for cyclists and pedestrians, and CycleSay would like to see some improvements made to make it easier for both to use.

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"The cycle lanes along Park Road, Dogsthorpe Road and Welland Road are worn and need repainting.

"Bluebell Avenue has far too many barriers where the cycle route crosses the road at this point.

"In the Thorpe Road area, the Crescent Bridge and the cycle route from the A15 underpass to Mayors Walk are dangerous for cyclists unless they break the law or dice with their life.

"Both bridges desperately need better cycle facilities."

CycleSay believes it is remarkable that more than 600 cyclists a day are using these two bridges, despite the dangers of doing so.

The group has contacted the city council with its requests and hopes to see some changes in the near future.

For more details, visit www.cyclesay.org.uk.

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  • Last Updated: 17 September 2008 1:26 PM
  • Source: Peterborough ET
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Joff,

Peterborough 17/09/2008 14:34:48
The Police want us off the pavements so I say take to the road and take your time as you cross over the bridge.

Next thing you know we'll all be getting slapped wrists for inconsiderate cycling!

The majority of under passes around the City are also dangerous with broken glass everywhere. I'm not really sure why an underpass is such a magnet for people that want to break glass, but the council needs to increase it's street sweeping!
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A higher presence,

17/09/2008 15:17:29
I cycle to work in the city centre from Werrington every day and my routes takes in the Burghley Road roundabout near to the Glass Onion community centre.
Virtually every other day I have a near miss with a vehicle when I have priority. People just don't look properly before pulling out. It's a particular problem in the morning when most people are half-asleep and not concentrating properly. And Joff is right - some idiots seem to take pleasure in smashing glass in cycleways, gutters, and underpasses. It's very rarely swept up, so we have to pass through it in multiple occasions.
Park Road is not too bad - at least it has cycle lanes - but there a lot of very dangerous roads for cyclists, particularly Lincoln Road.
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dungeon68,

very annoyed cyclist 17/09/2008 15:33:07
higher presence,its not that they dont see you,they just dont care,when your in a warm steel box with lots of protection,who comes off worse.i cycle like you do 12 miles a day to and from work,i can say i have about 3 near misses every day with ar*e head drivers that think that they rule the road,and think that because you are on a bike they have the right of way all the time and that you shuold stop for them.try cyclying down oundle road at peak times,8am & 5pm.cycle routes in peterborough are worthless as cars use them to park on,meaning you have to pull out into a very dangerous road with cars doing most of the time over the speed limit,what chance do we have against a tonne car or 7 tonne lorry...none.
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Ali_Bango,

In my car 17/09/2008 17:15:15
What about A*sehead cyclists cycling on the wrong side of the road, or going through a no entry or cycling in the middle of the road when there is enough room on the side of the road or not signalling when turning...the list is endless
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Ashman,

17/09/2008 17:37:14
Ali_Bango what a load of tripe, drivers should know better, they have to pass a driving test they have a responsibility to drive safely as at the end of the day a car can kill. If a cyclist is riding their bike in a careless manor and has an accident then thats their fault and they come off worse. If a car is driven carelessly and hits a law abiding cyclist then the cyclist comes off worse. You just cant compare the two, its just a poor excuse for inconsiderate drivers
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Joff,

Peterborough 17/09/2008 18:16:53
Cycling on the wrong side of the wrong is of course illegal, but you're free to use as much of the carriageway as you need and not required to hug the edge of the kerb.

If you're holding up traffic then it may be classed as inconsiderate cycling, but cyclists often have to avoid hazards on the edge of the road such as drain covers and potholes so may not always be close to the pavement.
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The Viking,

17/09/2008 18:48:35
It's all good and well, everyone shouting for better facilities for their own form of travel. Truth is the money is not there. It would be better for all if investment was put into training and awareness for all sides. Cyclists, espeacially those that ride for work or on a regular basis should be trained to ride correctly, to understand what Primary and Secondary Road positions are. As a cyclist you should learn to ride defensively, that means being aware of other road users! Drivers also need to be aware of cyclists and why they are taking a certain position on a road.
Campaign groups need to stop "Poor cyclists" Wingeing and get on with promoting cycling and cyclists in Peterborough. I would love to see this city become more bike friedly but we have to work towards that and make the best of what we have. Then when there are enough people using bikes, then maybe the money will be made for the infrastructure. Maybe organise a Bike show, races, family activities etc. Get Brad and Vicky to come over and get things going.
Lets start off with a campaign to get cyclists using lights and bright/reflective wear whilst on the bike.
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Getting Real,

17/09/2008 19:04:08
Check out some of the cycle paths to the North of the city, the shrubs have grown so far over the edges of them its like being on safari. And thats when the gipos havn't set up site on them.
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Outcast,

Using Ubuntu 17/09/2008 19:46:19
Cycling from Westwood to my depot at Woodston is actually pretty good cycleway wise.

Only once whilst riding up the Village (opposite orton mere) did one car driver arrogantly force me to stop whilst she overtook a parked vehicle on the opposite side of the road.

Honestly, just how much effort is required to gently press that brake pedal and then accelerator afterwards ?

Naturally I pointed to my company logo on my Hazard Jacket.
It might dawn on her sooner or later that I drive a 44 tonne truck for a living and Karma can be a Biatch !!
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Joff,

Peterborough 17/09/2008 19:50:43
Outcast, you mean you don't carry a defensive baton (cycle pump will suffice) to "inform" erratic motorists of your presence?
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