Monthly Archives: April 2021

Myth: “The data show this road is not dangerous…”

Posted on April 16, 2021 by MrHappyCyclist

Using cycling and walking KSI data (data about how many people have been killed or injured whilst cycling or walking) to define which are “dangerous roads” is fallacious. The most dangerous roads tend to be avoided by people on cycles … Continue reading →

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Myth: “No need for anything; nobody was killed cycling here in years…”

Posted on April 16, 2021 by MrHappyCyclist

Whilst preventing deaths and serious injuries is extremely important, these projects are not primarily about numbers of people killed or injured on the road; they are about making it possible for people who currently feel forced to use cars for … Continue reading →

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Myth: “These wands are dangerous; cars will hit them…”

Posted on April 15, 2021 by MrHappyCyclist

Unless you are referring to self-driving cars, then what you really mean is: drivers will hit them with their cars. Anyone who is unable to drive in a 3.5 metre lane without hitting things at the sides should not have … Continue reading →

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