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'Cycling' is sport and recreation. 'Riding a bike' is everyday activity. No sweat. As easy as walking, but faster. #wheeledpedestrian

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Many assume we moved to the Netherlands because of the cycling. But it was really the “low car” cities that drew us; places that offer equal access to opportunity and quality of life for residents of all ages. Our appearance on the Livable City podcast: livablecity.co/episode-12-chr…

Many assume we moved to the Netherlands because of the cycling.

But it was really the “low car” cities that drew us; places that offer equal access to opportunity and quality of life for residents of all ages.

Our appearance on the <a href="/Livable_City/">Livable City</a> podcast: livablecity.co/episode-12-chr…
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Because they are designed by and for adult men, transport networks largely favour the long distance, single-purpose work commute. To become more equitable—for all ages, genders and incomes—they must start prioritizing short distance, multi-purpose trips. mobycon.com/updates/five-w…

Because they are designed by and for adult men, transport networks largely favour the long distance, single-purpose work commute.

To become more equitable—for all ages, genders and incomes—they must start prioritizing short distance, multi-purpose trips.

mobycon.com/updates/five-w…
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"Make it safe and pleasant, and they will come". Note: Solutions may include separated bike paths. wheeledpedestrian.wordpress.com/2015/01/12/rid…

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With reference to this framework, it's worth reflecting on 1. how your city cycling experience has improved since the significant reduction in traffic volumes. 2. the perpetuating of messaging that is not evidence-based.

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We are told that to get investment in cycling we need political will. I am saying that to get political will we need to present riding a bicycle as something that politicians will vote for. Less special interest. More inclusive.

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Why? Because it's about behaviour change, and while cycleways are a critical piece in the puzzle there are also other pieces. I still have trouble understanding why this is not obvious. wheeledpedestrian.wordpress.com/2017/06/15/bey…

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But if you are going to advocate, please be aware that you are dealing with an ingrained culture that supports and promotes the transport status quo. wheeledpedestrian.wordpress.com/2020/02/22/rid…

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The "wear a helmet" message makes sense but it also ignores so much. HInt - safe streets. (I wish you a speedy recovery). wheeledpedestrian.wordpress.com/2015/04/23/the…