The number of people choosing to cycle for fun, fitness or to get to work has increased by more than a quarter in the last twenty years.
Did you know . . .
- Like driving a vehicle, there are a number of cycling offences you could be fined or arrested for including cycling on a pavement. Other offences include dangerous, careless and inconsiderate cycling and cycling whilst under the influence of drink or drugs.
- To increase access to safe cycling, the council has installed, and continues to install, cycle lanes on a number of routes across the borough. You can find out more here.
- In addition, there’s a range of cycling routes across Knowsley and the wider Liverpool City Region – find out more here.
- Pedal Away also arrange a number of organised bike rides aimed at adults who are looking to introduce cycling as a new activity, as well as children a young people too (as long as they are supervised by an adult) – find out more here.
Cycle safety
Safe and responsible cycling involves thinking about and doing five things:
Making good and frequent observations – be aware of who else is around you and how far away they are as well as any potential hazards.
Choose the most suitable riding position for each point in your journey – You should keep at least 0.5 metres (just over 1.5 feet) away from the kerb edge (and further where it is safer) when riding on busy roads with vehicles moving faster than you. At junctions with no separate cyclist facilities, you should position yourself as if you were driving a motor vehicle.
Communicating intentions clearly to others – If there are other road users, you can signal to show them what you plan to do.
Understanding priorities on the road – You must obey all traffic signs and traffic light signals.
Be prepared – Always use lights after dark or when visibility is poor and reflective clothing and/or accessories (belt, arm or ankle bands) can increase your visibility in the dark. Wear a correctly fitted cycle helmet that is securely fastened and conforms to current regulations.