Would you actively pursue policies that would enable
> utility cycling to develop along the lines that have made
> it the transportation mode of choice for so many in
> Copenhagen? Yes
>
> Would you lobby to rescind the law that compels cyclists
> to wear helmets in order to make it discretionary on the
> rider? No
>
> Would you give preference to establishing a comprehensive
> network of cycle lanes over retaining curbside parking for
> cars? Yes.
>
> Would you lobby to rescind the law which prohibits
> cyclists from using pavements
> ( at least as an interim measure for the years it will
> otherwise take to establish real separation from motorized
> vehicles) to enable 'slow' cyclists ( e.g.the elderly )to
> take up utility cycling. Don't know.
>
> Would you actively work to set up a campaign to educate
> the pubic about and promote the types of bicycles and
> technologies appropriate to utility cycling? Yes, good
idea!
>
> Would you lobby for the installation of bike racks on ALL
> public transport vehicles ? Yes.
>
> Do you cycle yourself? - And if not at this stage in your
> life, what would it take to get you to take up 'utility'
> cycling in the future ?
I am entirely in sympathy with
your cause, I cycled to work on a daily basis from the time
I finished University until about 7 years ago when my
workplace moved from the central city to the other side of
town. Although I still occasionally cycle to work in fair
weather, and occasionally cycle on a recreational basis, I
am now over 60 and I suffered a serious foot injury last
year and it's not so practical now.
>
> Would you recommend that other people (children/ the
> elderly) cycle? Yes Why? Great way to get about and keep
fit at the same time.
>
Oscar Alpers
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