The epiphany which transforms us into confident cyclists is grasping the simple (albeit counter-intuitive) fact that we have control of our environment. That control comes from predictability, communication and (believe it or not) self-image. Bicycling in traffic is a dance you must lead It is your choice of roadway position which most influences the...
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I believe cycling is better governed by principles and by social contract than by laws, but of course that’s just wishful thinking. Cyclists and motorists will inevitably violate both, so we need the law (and law enforcers) to protect us. Take queue-jumping; the practice of passing stopped traffic (motorists). In most situations it’s probably...
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The key to confident cycling lies in your powers of observation. The safest and most competent traffic cyclists are not necessarily bold or fast. They are observant. They identify patterns in the chaos and they take advantage of them. One thing most cyclists find intimidating is having a mass of speeding cars bear down...
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