Invest in cycling as fuel prices rise, say cyclists.
The Cycling Advocates' Network (CAN) and Bike NZ say it has never been more urgent for government and business to invest in cycling.
As petrol crosses the $2.20 mark more people are looking for alternatives to driving.
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Cycling Advocates Network (CAN) and BikeNZ are saddened to hear of the latest cyclist deaths, but are pleased they are to be referred to the coroner.
Spokesperson, Anne FitzSimon said this inquest will examine whether there were any patterns and possible law changes needed.
"CAN and BikeNZ are keen to help the coroner in any way with our expertise."
"CAN and BikeNZ are concerned with the loss of basic cycle skills which are often lacking in young New Zealanders."
Cycling Skills Training and ‘Share the Road' are both CAN and BikeNZ's top priority for 2011.
To all road users - The case for cycling and safer roads for all:
Over the last two weeks there has been a great deal of attention given to cycling. As leaders in the cycling community; BikeNZ and the Cycling Advocates' Network (CAN) feel this open letter is warranted, as we want more New Zealanders to enjoy the pleasure and benefits of cycling without fearing for their lives. We don't consider cycling a dangerous activity and believe some of the recent commentary has been ill-founded and irresponsible.
Cyclists welcome Chief Coroner's decision to investigate crashes
The Cycling Advocates Network (CAN) and BikeNZ welcome the Chief Coroner's decision to investigate recent cycling crashes.
Spokesman Patrick Morgan said the inquest will examine whether there were any patterns and possible law changes needed.
"CAN and BikeNZ are keen to help the coroner in any way with our expertise."
He said CAN and BikeNZ are committed to raising the standard of cycling.
"Road safety is no accident."
Retest drivers every 10 years, say cycling advocates.
CAN spokesman Patrick Morgan says it's blindingly obvious that we aren't doing enough to make our roads safe.
"It's time we all took more responsibilty for road safety."
His comments follow news of a fatal crash on Tamaki Drive today.
"While there's no silver bullet that will eliminate all crashes, we need to take a fresh look at licensing and testing the competence of drivers."
The Cycling Advocates Network (CAN) has called for urgent action following the deaths of three cyclists this weekend.
CAN spokesperson Patrick Morgan says news of the deaths has highlighted the need for New Zealand's roads to be made safer for people cycling and those wanting to take it up.
"There are Government strategies and programmes to promote cycling and cycle safety, but we haven't seen enough changes on the street yet."
"Urgent action is needed. This will require a lot more resources and leadership to make changes."
Getting more children biking regularly is the goal of New Zealand's top cycling projects this year.
Schools and children are the winners at ASB Cycle Friendly Awards
The annual cycle-friendly awards are upon us again! This year's nominations have yielded a bumper crop of exemplary projects and cycling champions. The judges were hard pressed to select the best from among so many strong nominations: Competition was so close that several categories produced more than the usual three finalists.
Allowing bicycles to be fitted with stop lamps and direction-indicator lamps is a good idea, say cyclists.
Cycling Advocates Network spokesman Patrick Morgan says updating the rules around bicycle lights makes sense.
"With bright LEDs and powerful batteries, modern bike lights are better than ever. Allowing stop lights and turn indicators on bikes is a sensible move, but these are no substitute for clear hand signals, using lots of eye contact with other road users, and safe riding habits."
Volunteers in New Zealand will fix bikes as part of the world's largest day of practical action to fight climate change.
On Sunday October 10, people across the planet will pick up spanners, hammers, and shovels and join the 10/10/10 Global Work Party.
Organizers of Bike Fix-up events in Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch and Dunedin expect hundreds of people to haul disused bikes out of sheds and, with the help of volunteer mechanics, get them back on the road.