Google Blog: Pedal Power: “Even though the Mountain View, CA Googleplex is close by several freeways, it seems quite a number of us managed to make our way in on spokes.”
Even at Google, people can cycle to work.
Update: AndyRoo provides an image:
Google Blog: Pedal Power: “Even though the Mountain View, CA Googleplex is close by several freeways, it seems quite a number of us managed to make our way in on spokes.”
Even at Google, people can cycle to work.
Update: AndyRoo provides an image:
World Naked Bike Ride – Saturday, June 12, 2004. You going again Mike? 😀
House of Commons debates – Friday, 23 April 2004 – Protective Headgear for Young Cyclists Bill.
Lots of debate between MPs here, some of which makes you wonder how old they are. Basically, this is a debate about a Private Member’s Bill to make wearing of helmets while cycling compulsory for under 16s.
Personally, I always wear a helmet while riding my bike, but I’m sure this bill would have reduce participation in cycling in under 16s if made law. I’m also fairly sure it would be pretty difficult to enforce.
There are better ways of reducing road deaths among cyclists: traffic calming, awareness, tougher penalties for drivers and improved road layouts to name a few.
Do you wear a helmet while riding your bike? Do you support this bill? Would you support extending the bill to cover all cyclists?
The next meeting of the Darlington Cycle Forum will be at the Town Hall on Tuesday July 27th at 6:15pm. It’s an opportunity to get involved with the development of cycling in the town.
NB: A new link for the links panel perhaps?: DoItByCycle.com
Darlington Council has produced a couple of cycling maps: one of Darlington and another of the Tees Valley. I’m not sure if they are free but an article in the Town Crier magazine implies it. To get a copy of The Darlington Cycle Map or Tees Valley Cycle Map call Sue Dobson on 01325 388277 or email sue.dobson (at) darlington.gov.uk.