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How Boris failed London Cyclists

Andreas · Apr 20, 2012 · 17 Comments

In 2008, Alexander Boris de Pfeffel Johnson became a recognisable symbol across London. He carefully crafted an image of himself which, more often than not, included a trusted bicycle by his side. In the minds of Londoners it conveyed friendliness, ...

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London Mayoral Election: To Boris or not to Boris?

Andreas · Mar 23, 2012 · 16 Comments

The election campaign for the next Mayor of London is in full swing and candidates are vying for votes. Early polls suggest it’s a two horse race between Boris Johnson and Ken Livingstone with the result too close to call. Keen cyclists in London ...

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Saturday ride visiting ten most dangerous junctions comes in the wake of Boris Johnson’s negative comments towards cyclists

Andreas · Nov 11, 2011 · 18 Comments

"It grieves me to sometimes, to see the way that [Transport for London] is blamed.” was Boris Johnson’s response when pushed by Jenny Jones about cyclist safety. In his response, the Mayor then continues by denouncing suggestions for safer ...

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Cycle Hire Bike 14964

Andreas · Oct 20, 2010 · 30 Comments

Cycle Hire Bike 14964 will always have a vivid place in my haunting memories. Yet, when I first approached it, it didn’t look so sinister. If anything Cycle Hire Bike 14964 looked kind of friendly and welcoming. Like an old friend. It wanted me to ...

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Question time with Boris Johnson at the cycle superhighway launch

Andreas · Jul 19, 2010 · 14 Comments

Today the Barclay’s Cycle Superhighways were launched at a big press and public event. TfL kindly invited me along and also promised me a couple of quick questions with the Mayor. Of course this was too good an offer to pass by so I went down after ...

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Cycle superhighways – have you tried them?

Andreas · Jun 18, 2010 · 55 Comments

Once again continuing London Cyclists “comment Friday” tradition (better names on a post-card please!) I want to hear some thoughts on the cycle superhighways. Vincent was kind enough to send me some pictures of the Cycle Superhighways along Narrow ...

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Two visions for the cycle superhighways

Andreas · Feb 22, 2010 · 15 Comments

The first few pictures have been emerging of London’s much hyped cycle superhighways. But which of these two visions do you think is more likely to be realised? Wide paths with room to overtake cyclists and travel ...

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What the 12 cycle superhighways mean for London Cyclists

Andreas · Jul 7, 2009 · 29 Comments

In less than a year cyclists in London will be able to cycle along the first two cycle superhighways. Their aim is to provide a safe and direct route into the city centre to cyclists. Is this a major cycling revolution or is it just a normal bike ...

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