ImpetuousVrouw Posted May 23, 2010 Share Posted May 23, 2010 There are a lot of sh!t car/van/bus drivers out there and plenty of dozy pedestrians. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/11392-cycling-issuesnoticeboard/page/4/#findComment-326491 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Horsebox Posted May 23, 2010 Share Posted May 23, 2010 Fixed for you:northlondoner Wrote:-------------------------------------------------------> Generic patronising bullsh1t.... Motorists swap from> inside to outside lane in the blink of an eye -> and yet more patronising bullsh1t This is simply NOT safe in> busy traffic. That;s why so many cyclists are hurt> or killed on our roads. I speak as a patronising bullsh1tter> You'll understand one day. Maybe when you are> blah blah blah.Hope you ride your high horse just as well as you do your bike and motorcar. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/11392-cycling-issuesnoticeboard/page/4/#findComment-326500 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ladymuck Posted May 23, 2010 Author Share Posted May 23, 2010 Horsebox Wrote:-------------------------------------------------------> Oh! Hi, Laydee Muck. Time fer a tune up?http://skateandannoy.com/aa-sna-uploads/2007/06/barbie.jpgbie.jpgHee hee Horsebox - but it's actually closer to this:http://cache4.asset-cache.net/xc/AB05428.jpg?v=1&c=IWSAsset&k=2&d=38FCB2103A208D77D3B68CB4BEA6E169C89AAA9AED7F92E10351FD8F2A8AC0F9 Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/11392-cycling-issuesnoticeboard/page/4/#findComment-326509 Share on other sites More sharing options...
northlondoner Posted May 23, 2010 Share Posted May 23, 2010 ImpetuousVrouw Wrote:-------------------------------------------------------> There are a lot of sh!t car/van/bus drivers out> there and plenty of dozy pedestrians.Seems the only sensible people out there are cyclists! Horsebox, yes, I was being condescending,wasn't I? But I couldn't resist!Sometimes I wonder who I am. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/11392-cycling-issuesnoticeboard/page/4/#findComment-326522 Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimmy two times Posted May 24, 2010 Share Posted May 24, 2010 I admire all the young guys who cycle without using their hands. Looks pretty cool. I thought I'd copy them the other day in my car. You should have heard the screaming and moaning of the cyclist who went flying across my bonnet when I hit him. Tosser. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/11392-cycling-issuesnoticeboard/page/4/#findComment-326656 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loz Posted May 24, 2010 Share Posted May 24, 2010 I've [...] did a stint as a cycle courier years ago.That doesn't actually help your argument, IV. That's a bit like saying, "I know a bit about driving - I used to be a White Van Man". Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/11392-cycling-issuesnoticeboard/page/4/#findComment-326665 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ruffers Posted May 24, 2010 Share Posted May 24, 2010 ImpetuousVrouw Wrote:-------------------------------------------------------> There are a lot of sh!t car/van/bus drivers out> there and plenty of dozy pedestrians.True.jimmy two times Wrote:-------------------------------------------------------> There's a lot of sh1t cyclists out there.True.Now what? Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/11392-cycling-issuesnoticeboard/page/4/#findComment-326696 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ladymuck Posted May 24, 2010 Author Share Posted May 24, 2010 Now what? The "sh!t cyclists/car/van/lorry/bus/cab drivers etc. etc." are (thankfully) in the minority. Don't think I'd be here if they weren't. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/11392-cycling-issuesnoticeboard/page/4/#findComment-326754 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ladymuck Posted May 24, 2010 Author Share Posted May 24, 2010 ...and BREATHE...Check out the most expensive bicycle in the world. Apparently it costs around $100,000. It is made with 24 carat gold and Swarovski crystals.Wonder if it would make it up Sydenham Hill?http://www.mostinterestingfacts.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/most-expensive-bicycle.jpg Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/11392-cycling-issuesnoticeboard/page/4/#findComment-326763 Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyw3 Posted May 24, 2010 Share Posted May 24, 2010 Try parking that in East Dulwich. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/11392-cycling-issuesnoticeboard/page/4/#findComment-326783 Share on other sites More sharing options...
katie1997 Posted May 26, 2010 Share Posted May 26, 2010 I can see (after a long absence of cycling/London) that there are a LOT more cyclists out there now than there ever used to be. Doubt that this is due to the improvement of "cycle" lanes though. I hate to say it but... in my recent experience, its the behaviour of other cyclists and pedestrians that is most unbelievable. Some of them take such risks and are all over the road, going through red lights and turning down streets without any indication. Maybe I am in the minority but buses haven't caused me any problems...so far. They used to be the things I hated most whilst cycling. *thinks....if its a bus, anything but the dreaded 12 :))* Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/11392-cycling-issuesnoticeboard/page/4/#findComment-327460 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ladymuck Posted May 27, 2010 Author Share Posted May 27, 2010 A poster recently requested info. on the (employee benefit) Cycle To Work Scheme. I cannot find it. Anyway, amongst other cycling bumph, I received today some info. about the very subject. So thought it might be helpful to pass this on here.Basically it says you can save up to 50% on a new bike and accessories (up to ?1,000). You can choose from a vast range. One call does the job and you could have a new bike within 48 hours (sounds good!). Tel: 0800 652 4745www.faircare.co.uk Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/11392-cycling-issuesnoticeboard/page/4/#findComment-327747 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ladymuck Posted June 27, 2010 Author Share Posted June 27, 2010 The Metropolitan Police has set up a new(ish) website to allow road users to report dangerous behaviour: hereThe site was recently in the news when a cyclist complained about a van driver who deliberately swerved into him. This resulted in the driver being sacked when video evidence was used against him. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/11392-cycling-issuesnoticeboard/page/4/#findComment-335919 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mazza7103 Posted June 27, 2010 Share Posted June 27, 2010 ladymuck = how would you feel about cycle lane or bus lane on every road. i dont see why we dont have this in london. it puts cyclist in their own lane and lets drivers get on. i dont know how much it would cost but dont you think it would be great for london. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/11392-cycling-issuesnoticeboard/page/4/#findComment-335928 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ladymuck Posted June 27, 2010 Author Share Posted June 27, 2010 mazza7103 Wrote:-------------------------------------------------------> ladymuck = how would you feel about cycle lane or> bus lane on every road. i dont see why we dont> have this in london. it puts cyclist in their own> lane and lets drivers get on. > > i dont know how much it would cost but dont you> think it would be great for london.A cyclists' utopia? Now that would be something - just imagine it. We wouldn't have to worry about things like helmets because the chances of sustaining a severe head injury would be so greatly reduced. And we could actually enjoy the ride instead of having to pray each time a heavy goods vehicle approached, or the prospect of a busy gyratory loomed ahead. Sadly, I think we can only dream of such a thing for the moment as I cannot see it happening for a long, long time...unless (perhaps) if the Green Party were to get in...and even then...*wakes up*...nope can't see it happening for a while...But you are right, London would be all the more pleasant for it.*goes back to dreaming* Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/11392-cycling-issuesnoticeboard/page/4/#findComment-335945 Share on other sites More sharing options...
karter Posted July 2, 2010 Share Posted July 2, 2010 hey ladymuck, is there still free training for cyclists? Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/11392-cycling-issuesnoticeboard/page/4/#findComment-337721 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Applespider Posted July 2, 2010 Share Posted July 2, 2010 I had some free cycle training the other week via Southwark's website. A two-hour lesson where my very lovely instructor, Louise, helped me figure out a route to Victoria and home again. I feel a lot more confident after it - in terms of cycling more assertively (although not stupidly) and less scared of being on the road in peak hours. Was most surprised by the effect of taking a more prominent position on the road and how much more room I got from cars/vans when I was there. The exact opposite from what I thought.However, it is amazing how many idiots are out there. More cyclists doing stupid things than cars though - like those merrily filtering past cars/vans already indicating left as the lights change and those who pull out to overtake a bus without even glancing behind them to see if there's anyone there. Nuts! Mirror, signal, manoeuvre should apply just as much on a bike - even if the 'mirror' is a quick glance behind you. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/11392-cycling-issuesnoticeboard/page/4/#findComment-337738 Share on other sites More sharing options...
felt-tip Posted July 2, 2010 Share Posted July 2, 2010 i always thought that i was guilty of some pretty reckless cycling but some of the things I see on my commute make my stomach turn: undertaking left turning buses and lorries, weaving through traffic, overtaking and pulling in front of motorbikes and cars. but even scarier are the girls wobbling about on some dodgy halfords job at about 3mph. they just look like lambs to the slaughter. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/11392-cycling-issuesnoticeboard/page/4/#findComment-337740 Share on other sites More sharing options...
katie1997 Posted July 2, 2010 Share Posted July 2, 2010 Applespider Wrote:------------------------------------------------------- most surprised by the effect of taking a more> prominent position on the road and how much more> room I got from cars/vans when I was there. The> exact opposite from what I thought.know what you mean applespider, I used to think the same but cars seem to steer away from the seemingly confident cyclists but if you keep close to the pavement they pass you with barely a mm to spare.failing that, wobbling all over the road is a good ploy...they definitely give you a wide berth then ;-)> However, it is amazing how many idiots are out> there. More cyclists doing stupid things than> cars though - like those merrily filtering past> cars/vans already indicating left as the lights> change and those who pull out to overtake a bus> without even glancing behind them to see if> there's anyone there. yeah, sadly I find that some of the cyclists I meet these days will do the nuttiest things just to get ahead at the lights. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/11392-cycling-issuesnoticeboard/page/4/#findComment-337764 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ladymuck Posted July 3, 2010 Author Share Posted July 3, 2010 karter Wrote:-------------------------------------------------------> hey ladymuck, is there still free training for> cyclists?As far as I know - YES: click hereEnjoy! xx Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/11392-cycling-issuesnoticeboard/page/4/#findComment-337769 Share on other sites More sharing options...
katie1997 Posted July 3, 2010 Share Posted July 3, 2010 I need to know the cure for painful knees after cycling. This is a serious request btw. Anyone got any useful tips?**yes yes, get the bus etc etc.. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/11392-cycling-issuesnoticeboard/page/4/#findComment-337772 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ladymuck Posted July 3, 2010 Author Share Posted July 3, 2010 Try adjusting (raising) your seat Katie1997. It may be too low...a common cause of painful knees during/following cycling. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/11392-cycling-issuesnoticeboard/page/4/#findComment-337774 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ladymuck Posted July 3, 2010 Author Share Posted July 3, 2010 Just found this.Katie1997, when you are stationary, how much of your foot touches the ground? Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/11392-cycling-issuesnoticeboard/page/4/#findComment-337775 Share on other sites More sharing options...
katie1997 Posted July 3, 2010 Share Posted July 3, 2010 Ladymuck - thank you SO much. I think you may be right. The guys at the shop lowered it for me as I was making a complete prat of myself when I first got it ( I thought it was too high for me as the frame is 17" which is slightly bigger than my old bike was...)Had no idea that might be the cause! Thanks xx Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/11392-cycling-issuesnoticeboard/page/4/#findComment-337776 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ladymuck Posted July 3, 2010 Author Share Posted July 3, 2010 100hee hee (that Quids bloke is in bed asleep hee hee) Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/11392-cycling-issuesnoticeboard/page/4/#findComment-337777 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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