During the 1970s oil crisis, the Netherlands 🇳🇱 realized car dependency was a trap and built world-class bike infrastructure.
The US 🇺🇸 just invented "Right on Red" to supposedly save gas and accepted the pedestrian casualties.
Two approaches, two very different outcomes.
A new NJB video. 👇
Financial ones now too
Millions of people ride bikes in the Netherlands every single day and it works because everyone follows a set of unspoken rules most visitors (and expats) don't know exist.
Fietshangar broke down the 4 rules that keep this cycling nation running smoothly: buff.ly/CMix9qo
Best seat in the house
Good 🌦️ morning #Shrewsbury ⚡️📦🚲 #ActiveTravel #Commute
A photo of a white woman in a white t-shirt and trousers. She is sat on a tricycle in the backyard of a house. Patio doors can be seen in the background and to the left is a flower pot. In the top left-hand corner is a red banner with the word 'Free'. Across the middle of the photo are the words "A free inclusive cycle loan scheme." In the bottom right-hand corner is the Wheels 4 me Logo. In the bottom left-hand corner is a QR code and www.wheels4me.co.uk
Wheels4Me London is a ground-breaking scheme offering free cycle loans for disabled Londoners whose needs aren't met by most standard bicycle hire schemes.
We offer:
- Loans from a small fleet of adapted cycles including
electric trikes and handcycles
- Free delivery
So if I understand this. It has cost £13,000 already, and this could have been spent on disabled children (for example).
The council is collaborating with Shrewsbury Town Council, Shrewsbury BID & the police to develop a new funding bid. This initiative seeks to explore a locally designed flag project involving young people, intended to celebrate pride in Shropshire through a safe, inclusive & fully authorised scheme.
Teleportation time 🚫🧑🦼
It’ll come to you 🤔
Good ⛅️ morning #Shrewsbury 🚶♂️ #ActiveTravel #Commute
A graphic with a yellow background promoting Wheels4Me London’s advice line. In the top left-hand corner is a white box with the text: Wherever you are, whatever your question our advisor is here to help! Call: 020 7346 8482 Or email: info@wheelsforwelbeing.org.uk In the top right-hand corner is a photo of a man on a tricycle in a corn field. The photo has a light blue border. Below are graphics of four people each with a speech bubble. From left to right, a person with a prosthetic arm asking about “Local cycling opportunities?”, a person with dark glasses and a cane asking about “Funding?”, a person in a wheelchair asking about “Types of cycle?” and a person with a prosthetic leg asking about “Adaptations”. The Wheels4Me logo is in the bottom right-hand corner.
Interested in where your nearest #InclusiveCycling facility is?
Not sure what type of cycle might suit you?
Need advice on adaptations?
Wherever you are, whatever your question our advisor is here to help!
Keep on driving then I suppose
Especially with a trailer and fully laden cargo bike as it was today.
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Think we’ll just stay cycling in the road next time.
What footway?
I don’t want to dismount and walk in the road either. #WhyDontTheyUseTheCyclesLanes
Many drivers see speed limits, cameras and enforcement as personal inconveniences. We must communicate the concept that driving is a responsibility, not an entitlement. This means a conversation that centres victims, rather than complaints about 20mph zones
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
Trying to have a lie in!
In the birthplace of Charles Darwin #Shrewsbury.
I often wonder what he would have thought to our persistence in believing cars are the only way to travel around our small congested town. #ActiveTravel
Transport is a huge household expense. 📉 By making walking, cycling, and public transport safer and easier, we can lower the cost of travel for everyone.
See how to advocate for cheaper, fairer travel options:
🔗 lowtrafficfuture.org.uk/vote-low-tra...
#CostOfLiving #SafeStreets
Good 🌤️ morning #Shrewsbury ⚡️📦🚲 #ActiveTravel #Commute
I’m surprised to see nothing here about the feet. I transitioned to barefoot shoes a few years ago and it has been the answer to balance problems as well as other issues.
Over 50 and still riding? I just turned 50 myself this week. I really couldn't say it better than this guy when it comes to riding and life in general. Check out this video for some perspective. Its only 5 min long.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=M19T...
#cargobike
Good ⛅️ morning #Shrewsbury ⚡️📦🚲 #ActiveTravel #Commute
I’m a motorist, also a pedestrian and I cycle. I would be in favour of this. It saves money and the environment and my stress levels.
Happy Easter from all of us at Original #Shrewsbury 🐣
We hope to see you out and about in town for the bank holiday!
Need inspiration? originalshrewsbury.co.uk
If only driveways were bigger.
#WhyDontTheyUseTheCycleLanes
Hope the trailer wasn’t too scratchy 🙈
Another successful negotiation of (not even a floating bus stop) a bus stop in a cycle lane 🚲👍 #Shrewsbury
Now that the fire service have access to a clear lane, it’s hard to see them supporting filling it with queuing traffic again 🤔
