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Doddsy replied to stephen's discussion Helmet laws reduce cycling.
"I like this Government (NSW) Advertisement. A large motorway with motorists in the background who are outnumbered by people on an overcrowded traffic island with nowhere left to stand (nowhere for mother and child in pram).  "LAMBS TO THE…"
Apr 3
Terry C replied to Doddsy's discussion National Trust chairman calls for removal of traffic lights (uk)
"In the small ( population 20,000 ), regional city of Burnie in Tasmania, six sets of traffic lights in about 3 km, several less than 100 metres apart, need to be negotiated to leave the town on Bass Highway on the way to Hobart. The next set is in…"
Mar 28
Mark Parnell MLC replied to Doddsy's discussion National Trust chairman calls for removal of traffic lights (uk)
"Let's NOT do what Sir Simon says.  Of course traffic authorities get it wrong - a lot - but think about say Cnr Greenhill & Fullarton, both carrying 40K cars per day. On the other hand, well designed roundabouts on some quieter…"
Mar 28
heather replied to Doddsy's discussion National Trust chairman calls for removal of traffic lights (uk)
"Because many motorists hate red lights and the media play on this."
Mar 27
Edward @bikeadelaide replied to Doddsy's discussion National Trust chairman calls for removal of traffic lights (uk)
"Why do stupid ideas like this make the news and yet there are high quality bike blogs around (eg: war-on-the-motorist, as-easy-as-riding-a-bike, a-view-from-the-cycle-path, copenhagenize and many others) making intelligent points all the time that…"
Mar 27
Jilden replied to Doddsy's discussion National Trust chairman calls for removal of traffic lights (uk)
"Sir Simon probably drives an armour plated Rolls Royce. Who cares about other road users?"
Mar 27
Michelle Crick replied to Doddsy's discussion National Trust chairman calls for removal of traffic lights (uk)
"Ah sigh... glad I don;t live there anymore!"
Mar 27
Simon Lownsborough replied to Doddsy's discussion National Trust chairman calls for removal of traffic lights (uk)
"Kevin Clinton's reasons for traffic lights seem to me reasons for alternatives. Properly designed roundabouts (not the ones we have here) would be way better I think."
Mar 27
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National Trust chairman calls for removal of traffic lights (uk)

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/uknews/road-and-rail-transport/9678049/National-Trust-chairman-calls-for-removal-of-traffic-lights.htmlNearly all traffic lights should be removed from Britain’s roads because they cause more accidents, the chairman of the National Trust has said.Image 1 of 2Sir Simon Jenkins, the chairman of the National Trust, has…See More
Mar 27
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Doddsy replied to Edward Hore's discussion Direct post from AGF, Why do cyclists run red?
"Interesting article on removing traffic lights.  http://www.telegraph.co.uk/motoring/news/7939250/Traffic-lights-being-stripped-out-in-urban-overhaul.html Lets not forget traffic lights were originally designed for motor vehicles and have since…"
Mar 27
Doddsy replied to Edward Hore's discussion Direct post from AGF, Why do cyclists run red?
"Not only do they run reds for convenience they also run it to avoid taking off with machines. I feel less inclined to run reds on Adelaides wide roads than i do on Sydneys tight streets.  Either way people should be allowed to do things…"
Mar 27
Doddsy replied to Specialised Roubaix's discussion Was riding on the wrong side of the road ever right?
"Following the trend of Qld, ACT, NT and Tas by legalising riding on the footpath is a good way to minimise this.  People should be permitted to use the footpath, that way they have an opportunity to make their way to the nearest crossing. Being…"
Mar 27
Doddsy replied to Specialised Roubaix's discussion Was riding on the wrong side of the road ever right?
"A lot of riders in NYC travel in the opposite direction to motorised traffic. That's because a bunch of idiot car centric traffic engineers thought the best way to deal with congestion would be to make many of their wide multi laned roads one…"
Mar 26
Doddsy replied to Specialised Roubaix's discussion Was riding on the wrong side of the road ever right?
"There's pro's and cons to riding on the same side of the road as oncoming traffic.  The biggest pro is its very hard to get doored, if someone in a car does open their door it will just slam back in their face.  Riding on the…"
Mar 26
Doddsy replied to Kevin de Lacy's discussion Thoughts on Car Use
"A congestion tax has already been recommended. It very much makes sense in Aussieland, driving in rural Australia needs to remain cheap whereas it should have more of a pay as we go format in the populated parts of our country. "
Mar 24
Doddsy replied to Kevin de Lacy's discussion Thoughts on Car Use
"segways and man blading is popular over there. "
Mar 24

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What bikes do you ride?
Single speed at work, weekend roadie, track, singlespeed mtb rider.
When do you ride?
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http://www.kranq.com

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At 20:22 on August 2, 2012, Lucas Pittaway said…

Thanks Doddsy,

Mail Call is the company I've talked to and plan on meeting with next week. Luckily the bike in the photo is no longer with me, I have changed my daily ride to a practical SS for the work. I do plan on taking on the job as a short term source of cash and also for a bit of fun but if I like it and the pay works out then I'll continue until something better comes up.

Thanks for your advice and wish me luck.

Cheers, Lucas

At 22:42 on June 18, 2012, heather said…

it does show a 5.6% increase in motor vehicle use for the period after Mhl's were introduced.
I cannot read the table. Need to consider other factors, like more women in the work force and women's wages increasing, therefore more women buying cars and driving, than catching public transport.

At 18:12 on October 28, 2011, heather said…

back in adl last sunday and not going on to sydney. realised would be off my bike for a few weeks but also unable to carry backpack while sightseeing. saw my gp which prompted 7 medical appts this week. mullumbimby nsw hospital missed that i have a hand fracture and broken arm. actually a broken shoulder which doctor said is the worst type of fracture. later there will be 3 months of extensive physio. doctor questioned if i could afford it. can you enquire about nsw councils and any liability for injuries caused by poor road maintenance. i know that in sa authorities have attempted to limit any liability via statute law.

At 22:25 on September 9, 2009, Lars Uellendahl said…
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At 13:39 on September 9, 2009, Gus K said…
G'day and welcome to AC.

It's really great to see some single speed riders joining up. This site is really more about 'urban riding' (although there are a few roadies and MTB riders as well). I think there are some genuinely interested riders who want to know more about riding and building fixed - like me!

I/we hope you get something from the site and you can contribute with some posts or by adding some pictures or videos (you can add interesting YouTube clips easily). You can also join, or create your own, subgroups.

Thanks for answering the sign up questions. The beer one is simply about filtering out the non-Adelaide people (spammers).

In the next little while we are planning on a meet up or swap meet of some kind.

Welcome again!

Cheers
Angus
 
 
 

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