Abstract: Cyclists need more than just segregated cycle tracks alongside main roads and special measures at junctions. The author investigates the opportunities for creating off-road routes such as paths across parks, beside canals and on disused railway lines. Joint pedestrian and cycle links should be an integral part of major new housing developments. These factors are discussed, using several existing schemes as examples, illustrating problems that can be associated with older areas. The use of shared paths is probably best encouraged on new paths rather than well-established older areas. All proposals must be carefully evaluated in terms of their advantages over existing routes considering safety, directness, attractiveness and flatness. It is also important to consider the impact of new routes on the network of urban cycling routes. The largest proportion of cyclists are commuters, who usually take the shortest route. Proposals for five new large scale demonstration projects are outlined. (TRRL)
Publication Year: 1984
Publication Date: 1984-12-01
Language: en
Type: article
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