September 2009

To wear or not to wear? - Irish Times

 

Tuesday, September 29, 2009

RONAN McGREEVY

With the recent arrival of the Dublin bikes scheme, the compulsory helmet debate is firmly back on the agenda

Fear of Cycling - From Copenhagenize.com

Here's an interesting set of articles on the fear of cycling by Dave Horton posted on Copenhagenize.com.

http://www.copenhagenize.com/2009/09/fear-of-cycling-01-essay-in-five-pa...

 

Free iPhone application for bike scheme withdrawn

A FREE iPhone application for users of Dublin’s bicycle rental scheme has been withdrawn after the software firm which developed it was threatened with legal action by the advertising agency

NATIONAL BIKE WEEK 2010: Saturday 12- Sunday 20 June 2010

The second National Bike Week (NBW) will take place in 2010 from Saturday 12 until Sunday 20 June. It is promoted by the Department of Transport as part of its 'Smarter Travel' intitiative and the national cycling promotion policy framework. NBW is firmly grounded in local authorities who are expected to play a lead role in co-ordinating all that is happening in their areas and regions. Local community involvement is essential to make the NBW work next year.

Dublin Bikes - One week update - Irish Independent

 

Woman remains critical after road accident

A female cyclist is described as critical but stable after a road accident in Dublin last night.

Dutch Bikes - Civilised Riding - Courtesy of the New York Times Style section

The Dutch bicycle is increasingly imported to the United States and is starting to be seen on the streets of New York.

Why more cyclists make the city safer to cycle - Herald

 By Dr Mike McKillen - Friday September 18 2009

The launch of the JC Decaux Dublin bike scheme (www.dublinbikes.ie) has brought a welcome focus on cycling in our city.

Commuting cyclists know that any increase in the number of bikes plying our streets will bring about the 'critical mass' effect that makes cyclists more visible to drivers and this, in turn, compels drivers to take more care in interacting with riders.

However the scheme has raised the question from many commentators and drivers: is it safe to cycle in Dublin?

Good news story of the month

DublinBikes launch a success

The launch of the DublinBikes rental bike scheme 13 September has been a great success.  About 1500 users had registered before the launch date, and 1150 trips were made on the first day of the scheme.  The bikes continue to be well used and give a welcome boost to the profile of cycling in Dublin.

Cyclist (51) killed in Dublin crash

Cyclist (51) killed in Dublin crash

Tue, Sep 15, 2009

A cyclist (51) has died following a collision in Dublin City Centre this morning.