Comments on: Peterborough council are failing cyclists http://blog.jofftastic.co.uk/2009/03/peterborough-council-are-failing-cyclists/ A few of the thoughts from my head in no particular order Thu, 11 Mar 2010 09:50:43 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2 hourly 1 By: andyl http://blog.jofftastic.co.uk/2009/03/peterborough-council-are-failing-cyclists/comment-page-1/#comment-8611 andyl Tue, 26 May 2009 14:44:08 +0000 http://blog.jofftastic.co.uk/?p=643#comment-8611 I have to say that the council has been ambivalent about cycles for a long time. Personally I always use the roads where I can, I find them quicker and more convenient than the cycle paths. I have to say I have never had a problem on my route down Oundle Road and left over the bridge - although I did prefer the mini-roundabout to the lights (and extra lane) they have at the end of Oundle Road now. Riding in primary position definitely helps at the end of Oundle Road and over the bridge. The real problem with Peterborough (and I guess most councils) is that they see cycling primarily as a leisure pursuit rather than as a form of everyday transport. I have to say that the council has been ambivalent about cycles for a long time.

Personally I always use the roads where I can, I find them quicker and more convenient than the cycle paths. I have to say I have never had a problem on my route down Oundle Road and left over the bridge – although I did prefer the mini-roundabout to the lights (and extra lane) they have at the end of Oundle Road now. Riding in primary position definitely helps at the end of Oundle Road and over the bridge.

The real problem with Peterborough (and I guess most councils) is that they see cycling primarily as a leisure pursuit rather than as a form of everyday transport.

]]> By: Joff http://blog.jofftastic.co.uk/2009/03/peterborough-council-are-failing-cyclists/comment-page-1/#comment-7908 Joff Thu, 07 May 2009 23:13:07 +0000 http://blog.jofftastic.co.uk/?p=643#comment-7908 Thanks for your reply Paul, I'm glad I'm not the only one that's frustrated with the current lot in the Council! I know the London Road - Norman Cross route well as I've used that a few times to get onto the Green Wheel. Thankfully there's rarely a pedestrian about so it's safe enough for all to cycle on the pavement. The speed cars go down that road you'd think they were already on the A1! Thanks for your reply Paul, I’m glad I’m not the only one that’s frustrated with the current lot in the Council! I know the London Road – Norman Cross route well as I’ve used that a few times to get onto the Green Wheel. Thankfully there’s rarely a pedestrian about so it’s safe enough for all to cycle on the pavement. The speed cars go down that road you’d think they were already on the A1!

]]> By: Paul Moulding http://blog.jofftastic.co.uk/2009/03/peterborough-council-are-failing-cyclists/comment-page-1/#comment-7902 Paul Moulding Thu, 07 May 2009 20:07:55 +0000 http://blog.jofftastic.co.uk/?p=643#comment-7902 I fully support your comments about Peterborough City Council failing cyclists. I would add the constant horror of broken glass on cycle paths, which is only ever swept up someone rings to complain. I used to, but gave up, it's like trying to stop the tide from coming in. You mentioned access to the city; I would add that if one is approaching Peterborough from West of Wansford, there is a glaring need for a safe, segregated cycle lane along the A47 from Wansford to the Upton roundabout. Also if one is coming from Yaxley, there is a path that can be followed from Norman Cross, but it runs out on London Road after you go under the Parkway Bridge. Good luck with influencing the council, I gave up in despair years ago, they hold cycling forums; I went to one, it was well attended and there was a lot of feedback as you can imagine. That was at least 4 years ago and one of the issues raised was the one you mentioned of Bridge Street being closed to cyclists - result - diddly squat. I suspect you are quite right; they only want to look good and pay lip service. In my opinion they are far more interested in their precious travel to work (by car) times, and where they compare on these tables to other cities. For Peterborough to call itself an Environment City is farcical. I fully support your comments about Peterborough City Council failing cyclists. I would add the constant horror of broken glass on cycle paths, which is only ever swept up someone rings to complain. I used to, but gave up, it’s like trying to stop the tide from coming in. You mentioned access to the city; I would add that if one is approaching Peterborough from West of Wansford, there is a glaring need for a safe, segregated cycle lane along the A47 from Wansford to the Upton roundabout. Also if one is coming from Yaxley, there is a path that can be followed from Norman Cross, but it runs out on London Road after you go under the Parkway Bridge. Good luck with influencing the council, I gave up in despair years ago, they hold cycling forums; I went to one, it was well attended and there was a lot of feedback as you can imagine. That was at least 4 years ago and one of the issues raised was the one you mentioned of Bridge Street being closed to cyclists – result – diddly squat. I suspect you are quite right; they only want to look good and pay lip service. In my opinion they are far more interested in their precious travel to work (by car) times, and where they compare on these tables to other cities. For Peterborough to call itself an Environment City is farcical.

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