I do have a bike and use it for short trips to the shops and from time to time recreationally around the growing number of cycle ways along side the Heathcote river where Iive. I have tried riding to work, about 7km, but did not enjoy the experience. Firstly the peak hour car traffic is really scary. Secondly I arrive in an absolute sweat and need to shower again. The showers at my school are very basic unfriendly places. Also, there is no safe place to store staff bikes at my school. Basically I believe that cycling is a great way to get around but I would not use a cycle for work unless ther was a dedicated cycle way on main roads (like Linwood Ave) and better facilities at work to cope with cyclists.
Good luck with your campaign.
Val McClimont
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