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How a simple sticker is reducing the number of doorings in New York

By on 01/10/2012 in Safe cycling in London

In New York City, the Department of Transportation (the equivalent of our TfL) has unveiled a new initiative aiming to reduce the number of doorings. This is when a driver or passenger opens their door in the way of a cyclist. Something that here in the UK, is illegal. Part of the campaign involves 26,000 [...]

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Safe cycling TV advertising – Good or bad idea?

By on 05/03/2012 in Safe cycling in London

We all remember the advert. A child is being filmed by his friend on a camera phone playing around. As he crosses the street he doesn’t look left and a car runs him over. The advert still sends shivers up my spine. Some will claim the advert is a good and dramatic way to get [...]

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A huge thanks to everyone who follows London Cyclist!

By on 26/10/2009 in Blogging

A short celebration of the *nearly* two years of London Cyclist!

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A roundup of all the TfL adverts promoting cycling in London

By on 03/03/2009 in Features

Here is a roundup of all the adverts I could find that promote cycling in London. Have a look through and leave a comment on which is your favourite. 1) London. Made for Cycling. 2) Summer’s Here 3) Extend your life. Cycle. 4) Shift it More after the cut off..

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