FW: Cycle safety

[colin...@ntlworld.com]

FYI

 

I don’t agree that “TfL’s journey planner is a great way to work out the best routes”, but some of the other info may be useful.

 

 

Colin Newman

www.stibasa.org.uk

 

+44 7761 577255

In LB Barking & Dagenham:

Former Branch Leader for London Cycling Campaign www.lcc.org.uk
Cycling UK Campaigner www.cyclinguk.org
Campaign Leader for www.20splentyforus.org.uk  and
Active Travel Champion for www.sustrans.org.uk

 

 

View this email in your browser   Hi , Cycling is a great way to get around London – it’s good exercise and for short journeys it’s often quicker than taking the car. And to keep everyone safe during the pandemic, we’re being encouraged to cycle more. But getting onto a bike for the first time can be daunting, particularly in a busy city. And if you haven’t cycled for a long time, it can also feel like a big step to get back behind the handlebars. Fortunately, there’s plenty of advice and support available to help you become more confident and develop your cycling skills. Local councils, cycling organisations and Transport for London all offer free resources to boost your cycling know-how. Watch this video about staying safe on the roads. Cycling UK have gathered five simple tips to help you cycle safely. Get started with an online training course. Transport for London (TfL) offers a short, free programme that covers all the basics. Book an inclusive training session. Wheels for Wellbeing provide training and advice for disabled people who want to start cycling. Find a training course in your borough. Instructor-led training is now being offered by some councils, although might be restricted for safety reasons. Plan your route before you set out. There are lots of apps to help you, and many offer choices between fast and quieter routes. TfL’s Journey Planner is a great way to work out the best routes, and both Google Maps and Citymapper have cycling options. Cycling in the capital has boomed since the start of lockdown, and with new cycle routes opening up there’s never been a better time to head off on two wheels. See you in the cycle lane, Emma London TravelWatch   Changes are being rolled out across London’s streets to make social distancing easier. New and extended cycle lanes are just one example. Do you have comments on changes in your neighbourhood? Find out how to contact your local council or Transport for London.     Copyright © 2020 London TravelWatch, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in via our website. Our mailing address is: London TravelWatch Europoint 5-11 Lavington Street London, London SE1 0NZ United Kingdom Add us to your address book Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list.