4:12 I used to look inside parked cars to make sure there was nobody in it so I could pass a little closer, that was until a woman threw open wide her car door right in front of me. Very nearly crashed into it. I didn't see her, because she was basically lying down fiddling with her handbag in the passenger footwell. She sat up and flung the door open in a split second! I give all parked cars a wide berth now.
At around 1:50, apologies if I'm being a bit slow today folks but I'm still not clear as to why it was a good idea for the cyclist to hold back and let several cars out of the side street to their left. The cyclist had priority and had plenty of room in front to clear that junction. Was it appropriate for the cyclist to hold back for all those cars? As I said, maybe I'm missing something here but I was concerned they were increasing the risk of being rear ended by stopping there with a clear space in front.
For me they reduced the risk of being rear ended as they were constantly checking behind for vehicles and then if they went through the junction could be in the A pillar blind spot of a vehicle turning left not knowing it is a bus lane they are turning into. That is my view on risk and safety But as always it is nice to be nice and this behaviour I think gives out a jice message to other road users that not all cyclists should be tarred with the same brush And you are not being slow at all, these comments get conversations going and we all learn different views from each other 👍
There was nothing to be gained from going past the junction to sit at a red light. Plus if anyone wanted to go left out of the junction whilst the lights arr on red they can . Which then means they don't have to overtake the cyclist and let's them getting thier way and the cyclist doesn't have to worry about a pass. Then everyone is happy. It's no different to driving and lights on red after a junction and we stop before the junction to let people go left out of as we wait on red before the junction then when the lights go green the car out junction goes first and we follow .
@@smilerbob Your response was very insightful. Especially the part about the A pillar blind spot, something that cyclists are at considerable risk from. You are spot on regarding initiating dialog so that we can all learn from each others opinions. I actually find this group has a very high level of insight with regards to driving and that high standard seems to be increasing over time.
It is called manors, road-craft and give and take. Cyclist could not proceed due to red lights, so was able to let a few cars out in front of him, to aid traffic flow. This have never been done ever before, by a cyclist, so it needs to go to the Guiness Book of Records. First cyclist to ever give way to a car :o)
Best, most balanced cycling video I have seen. More of this please Ash. I honestly think most bad cycling behaviours come from the experience of cycling around cars driven badly.
Courteous, aware, non confrontational; a great compilation. When riding through shared spaces on a bicycle, if you ride at walking speeds then there’s never an issue. Speed up when your clear, slow down when you near pedestrians. You occupy less space sitting on your bike than pushing it.
There are some roads near me where cyclists will prefer to use the pavement than the poor cycling infrastructure as it is safer for them. The road is just about wide enough for two vehicles to pass without going over the painted cycle lane so quite often we are encroaching…sorry. I don’t if there are our two wheeled friends around and if I have to stop then I will stop much to the annoyance of those behind but that is a them issue. Anyway, back to the main part, the cyclists that use the pavement will ride double walking pace until they reach a pedestrian at which point they will slow and wait to safely pass, or if the road is clear they will hop down and then back up again. There are never any issues sharing the the technically non shared space. But as you say, correct speed is key to sharing and the same can be said for sharing the road with everyone. Some car drivers need to learn the accelerator pedal is variable and not on or off
There seem to be plenty of cyclists who think that because they are allowed to ride in a shared area, they are entitled to ride as fast as possible through it. That attitude annoys me.
@@TheRip72 depends on what kind of shared space it is. That being it was once a footpath in a town or a shared path between towns where cyclists will move a lot faster.
A fantastic video. It really is a relief to know there's some sensible riders out there. I'm planning on filming more of my commute and will aim to send it in Ashley.👍🏻
Still thought mr bike was a bit quick onto the roundabouts. If the car had stopped, mr bike would not. Also he was a bit quick to carve round the pedestrian on the crossing, rather than waiting a few extra seconds for her to finish crossing. I was taught for my driving test, pedestrian must be fully clear of the crossing before one can proceed. Maybe this has changed? Whilst mr bike was far better than 99.9% of bike riders, I don't think his riding standard was exemplary.
@@wibbley1 Although you're correct, I think picking these non-events up is a little harsh, considering the low standard of driving and cycling generally. The real test is that he showed courtesy to all others, and when he did "make progress" it wasn't to the detriment of anyone else, e.g. the lady on the crossing didn't even bat an eyelid, she was just happy that she was waited for.
Lots of food for thought here! I'm a newbie cyclist and not really at the stage where I'm comfortable sharing the road with motor traffic, but I would say that the willingness to stop exemplified here is brilliant. I'll also tend to walk the bike if there isn't space to cycle through on a shared space. I'm working on increasing my awareness, which should get easier as my balance and confidence improve. I do try to use my bell when appropriate (e.g. approaching pedestrians or blind corners) but I notice other riders tend not to.
Plaudits to you for showing the riders and drivers who do a good job. Most driving channels focus on the bad, and I think when we're out on the road we notice bad road use more. This is a reminder that most people use the road pretty well most of the time. Everyone makes mistakes. The really bad ones stick out which affects our perception of the general standard of road use.
At 01:27, technically that is not 'secondary' positioning demonstrated, but rather use of the far too narrow, gutter cycle lane - which can encourage close passing by motorists. Secondary cycling position would be more in the 'nearside car tyre track', which indicates 'overtake when safe', and is generally not possible when there are oncoming motor vehicles...
I agree as a technicality (as a cycling instructor I guess I have to) but if this is criticism of the bike rider, I think it's unfounded. This is a fault of the cycle lane and driver perception - riding in the vehicle lane when drivers perceive there to be a "safe" cycle lane, just engenders confusion and therefore (sadly) aggression. I would rather stay in the bike lane and deal with overtaking traffic with frequent rearward observation and a few "laser stares" at those looking to pass too fast, than ride in real secondary and have to deal with the rash, bad decisions of frustrated motorist after frustrated motorist.
@@chrisburn7178 Yes, I agree, no fault attributed to cyclists who use these lanes & who are close passed dangerously by drivers, as that would be a form of victim blaming & drivers need to always give safe space. It's the cycle 'gutter' lanes which are inadequate (council provision) esp given it's recommended to keep 0.5 metres away from the kerb, & the poor driving of some motorists who can place cyclists in danger by thinking 'cyclist in their lane, so I'll just overtake with oncoming traffic & not give them safe space'. I just wanted to make sure people were aware that what was described in the video as 'secondary position happy for drivers to overtake', was in fact not secondary. Personally* I'd rather avoid those gutter lanes, as they're often too narrow, with iron work, gravel etc, but especially when in busier traffic & on roads which are less wide in total, as riding wider asserts road space (as per highway code), and avoids trying to constantly rubberneck & eyeball drivers. On many roads I'm not happy for drivers traveling at speed to overtake me as a cyclist when there's oncoming /stopped traffic, as I know that the motorists would be unable to leave me safe space. On the road in the video, the driver was probably too close in reality, particularly when you consider the width of handlbars, and the need for drivers to keep 1.5m (min) away at 30mph. I probably would have ridden wider for a bit, then moved over slightly, once clear of the stationary vehicles. If it's not safe for a driver to overtake, it's not safe for a driver to overtake & they shouldn't.
Great examples of how to do it. My part of SW London as well. Sorry to say this kind of riding isn’t the norm but hopefully this kind of example setting will be picked up on. Should also say that some of the less than perfect driving seen in these clips is also not representative as it’s frequently worse and doesn’t take into account cyclists. Your viewer clearly understands that and keeps themselves, and others, safe. As you say Ashley, we’re all road users and need to look out for each other and share the space.
Some thing I need to do more of when riding. I still have some bad habits. Especially when I get triggered from some bad driving/riding. I need to not get too emotional and let it go.
Some nice riding there and great awareness from your viewer. Not sure I would’ve gone behind that car emerging from the junction just in case they decided to change their mind and turn right instead but do the usual “reverse without looking as it was clear 30 seconds ago” manoeuvre All in all a great selection of non events as every journey should be 👍
2:30 Also notice that the pedestrians don’t seem to give a single thought that they might have to share that space plus the road beyond it, the same when the reverse direction is shown later in the video, just as well the cyclist behaved like they did!
It's not really a problem though. I'd just ring my bell when approaching them and more often than not they step to the side. No confrontation, no issues.
I didn't hear a single bell ring or excuse me from the cyclist on the shared pathway, as the pedestrians are more vulnerable surely he shouldn't expect all of them to see or hear him 🤔
@@sillybait1329 While they are more vulnerable they are also responsible for their own safety. Not checking to see if anyone else might be sharing that pathway is plain dumb. And once the pathway ends the pedestrians are all over the road.
@@scottvessey915 even more reason for the cyclist to let them know he is there, if they are dumb they obviously should be looking as they would not be able to hear the cyclist and should be wearing some form of identity proclaiming their disability I think dumb people have a blue hi viz jacket so others are aware
The two women with the pushchair made eye contact with thecyclist, ignored him and continued their conversation in the middle of the thoroughfare. Seemingly pedestrians are beyond reproach.
In a way, it's almost preferable to show a road user who's very good, but still having a couple of errors of judgement, to one who's perfect in every way. Because we're all trying to improve, and it's nice to highlight the benefits of just being better!
For what you said at 6:47...praising and pointing out good riding/driving is just as important as pointing out what people shouldn't be doing. Viewers see these videos and think "look how calm things are, maybe I could behave like this!"
Bike rider with no mirrors spots an ambulance just fine. I’ve seen cars with an ambulance right behind them, overtaking cars that have pulled over until the sirens finally come on!
Yes, I totally recognize the "cars and ambulance" situation you describe. Partly because I've often been the car to pull over for an emergency vehicle, only to have the car behind me overtake me. And shortly thereafter, it becomes apparent to them why I pulled over!
@@ibs5080even if they aren't checking the mirrors regularly, they should be able to see blue, flickering lights in the corner of their eye, right? For many drivers, apparently not. Presumably, their mirror is pointing at their roof liner! Good evening, ibs5080!
At around 2:23 with the other cyclist going through the red light at the pedestrian crossing. This is exactly why as a pedestrian I look every which way before crossing as well as whilst crossing. Same for crossing one way streets - I still look both ways. And if im crossing beteeen stationary vehicles in traffic, I check between each lane for filtering two wheelers.
Not stopping is bad enough but not stopping when another cyclist already has is utterly disgusting. The other road users (in this case pedestrians) will see the first bike has stopped but will not be prepared for another one to shoot straight past.
Yeah, I sometimes stop dead when crossing, so bike has to brake harshly or violently swerve. Serve em right. Red traffic light is for all road users. You should hear the language. Would make a docker blush.
when the bar has been lowered so far that choosing to avoid a crash by not altering course or speed qualifies as nice riding, you know there are some bad riders out there.
I would never have filtered down the left of the bus with a wall next to me, I always would want an escape option. I tend to filter down the right of vehicles far more than I see on such videos, I think you are more likely to be spotted, it also means the vehicles have to be either very slow or stopped, so moving vehicles are mostly just followed. That guy unloading the van, I like to think I would have used the white car as a blocked and gone behind it. If I wanted to be picky to, he could maybe wait a bit more for peds to clear the zebra crossings
a correction: a left hook is SPECIFICALLY when a car overtakes a cyclist on the right, and then immediately turns left across their path. this must be differentiated from a car turning left without realizing a cyclist is attempting to dive to the inside of their turn.
It's not so much that the cyclist is attempting to dive to the inside of their turn, but that it's proceeding with its right of way. A car is meant to check their mirror and blindspot on their lefthand side before turning left across a cycle lane.
@@ihateunicorns867 yes, I understand that in the UK, if a motorist is making a turn, road users behind them have priority. knowing someone is in front of you and intending to turn across your path and knowingly riding into their path is still stupid, especially if you know that you are in a location that makes it very difficult for them to see you. and that is still different from when a road user chooses to overtake a cyclist and immediately turn across their path. in point of fact, my state has made it illegal for a cyclist to pass (overtake OR undertake) a turning vehicle on the side it is turning towards. I couldn't find the reference, today, but I believe it is also illegal for a motorist to overtake a bicycle inf they intend to make a turn across the cyclist's path.
Sorry. A left hook is a left hook regardless of it being intentional or unintentional. Cycling infrastructure will place the cyclist into a freer and faster moving lane and the onus falls on the motorist to ensure that they are able to turn without harming another road user. In the same way. A motorist wouldn’t swing across a bus lane to turn left so why shouldn’t they do the same for cyclists. In the U.K. a road user shouldn’t make a manoeuvre that will cause another to brake or take evasive action. So to double check that the way is clear shouldn’t take much effort and once committed then any approaching cyclist then gives priority. The motorist shouldn’t swing left because they’re fed up with sitting in static traffic and want to make use of a rat run. The Netherlands seems to be able to make their right turns work with the same principles so why can’t the U.K. or U.S. for that matter.
@@TheGiff7 yes, if a motorist accidentally overtakes a cyclist and then immediately makes a left turn, that is also a left hook. but if a motorist is clearly indicating a left turn, and a cyclist decides that is the perfect time to pass him up on the left then the cyclist is an idiot. and if your wife decides feeding time while her husband is completely drowsy is a great time to make the dogs run laps around the house without explaining that disrupting feeding time is now a thing, that is also a terrible idea and will end up getting the puppy completely confused AND reprimanded by the senior dog.
@@kenbrown2808 It doesn’t matter if you indicate or make it clear you want to turn in any other way. Whether you’re turning right across oncoming traffic, or turning left across a cycle lane, you still have to wait until a lane is clear before pulling across is.
Such a good video and great to see someone cycling like this, if all cyclists did as this viewer does there would be far fewer problems and people would not have as bad a view of cyclists
Yeah, (many/most) cyclists in the UK have a tour-de-france entitled attitude and refuse to share the road. Instead, they stop for nobody, ignore traffic lights and pedestrian crossings, weave in and out of traffic, refusing to ever stop or give way. They have more and more of the road space given over to them, but still will not play nicely with the other traffic. London is a nightmare, just crossing the road as a pedestrian, chances are, bikes will weave in and out around you. So we get a video like this one, which is so unique in showing a higher riding standard than the norm.
Yeah typical bikey mentality. There is no room for 'sports' on the road. Unfortunately the mentality of the bikeys do not understand this. They either play dress-up like a five year old does in their favourite super-hero costume and race everywhere, or are as thick as s&*# and ride like the complete morons they are. Typical five year old's mealy-mouthed bikey comment, deflecting to other road users, as if somehow their conduct justifies the lawless bikeys. Those who hold driving licences are the cyclists we see, who actually act responsibly on the roads, as they have actually had some road training and the intelligence to pass a driving test.
I had to rescue a Lime bike on Monday that had been dumped in the middle of the road. It bleeped at me a lot as I moved it, which was rather unnerving, but the Waitrose van trying to park up was happy.
I don't understand why hire cycles & escooters have to be left in the middle of the path. It is no more difficult to leave them parked at the side, out of the way. Taking a photo of it parked when off-hiring is a requirement too.
One thing that really bothers me about those shared space clips is how little attention people pay to their surroundings. I didn't see anyone doing any kind of looking around when doing lateral movement, and people just happily block entire pathways without considering there might be faster moving traffic trying to pass.
@@elliotwilliams7421Given that 85% of cyclists are also motorists it seems unlikely that they'd stop looking as they switched vehicles. So are you saying that most motorists don't look too? Or are you just having an unfounded whine?
@@roaduser6438 no chance 85% of cyclists are also drivers. I'm saying cyclists aren't taught to look, aren't taught anything in fact. You do realise the skills involved in cycling and driving are different? It's your type of attitude that sees cyclists injured, always total deflection. If you looked about on the road you'd see the vast majority don't look around.
@@roaduser6438 allegedly 85% of over 18s who cycle also hold a license. Meaning the youth have no formal training and you like that. Odd Its also from 2012, over ten years out of date. Can not find the source of the claim but its obviously some sort of estimate, skewed by the cycling authority who printed it.
I don't know where this is, whether it's down south in the Croydon area near me or up north round Manchester or Leeds or somewhere north west-ish like that but the streets seem very similar to how the layout is when I go out. I haven't been on a bike in quite a few years since the last bike I had was the same one I've had since I was a teenager. I'm six foot tall now so I probably needed a new bicycle anyway. This video does encourage me to get back out there on two wheels again, I just hope the drivers round Croydon and London are considerate towards non motorised road traffic in this way.
Can anyone explain why emergency vehicles in the UK often don't use their sirens? Yes I know about turning sirens off at red lights with queuing traffic, so as not to pressure motorists into running the red light and so forth. But it's also often when actually driving along, such as in the first clip. In other countries, emergency vehicles will have sirens on when cruising along to an emergency even if it's 3am.
I know in my area, the law requires emergency vehicles to run sirens along with lights unless the siren creates a hazard. but I believe there are places that put the siren use at the driver's discretion.
As someone that lives along an ambulance route we are appreciative of the no sirens when there is nobody around. I think, based upon when they use them near me, it would be when there are no vehicles / pedestrians to alert of their presence and there are houses around. That said, there are some that will keep them on regardless which can be annoying during the early hours but there are druken people around so we can understand why Also, if there is only one vehicle like our cyclist friend in this video that has positively moved to allow them to pass then there isn’t really a need for the siren. Again from my observations so am happy for others to confirm or deny what I have said
@@smilerbob when I was young, the practice was referred to as "don't wake the neighbors" which was literally a courtesy measure. if you don't need to make a lot of noise, then don't. some emergency drivers in my area still leave the lights and siren off unless they need traffic to give way.
@@kenbrown2808Now if only we can get car drivers to do the same at 2 in the morning and not use tge horn excessively when someone overtakes them on the road then we all might be able to sleep well at night
Great section of clips. I was disappointed in the lack of a bell in the shared use areas. A polite ping to let the pedestrians know the cyclist was around. It’s also important to let people know it’s not a get out of the way signal. But a I’m here, you don’t need to move as I’ve worked out my course. If you really need them to move then you can fall back on your voice. Sometimes the bell can work as a please move if there is a group strung out across the pathway.
Speaking from experience, a lot of pedestrians react to a bell like it's a horn (regardless of how much a of a 'ping' it is). I've been in similar situations to that clip and received angry looks and comments when giving a single, crisp ping. It's a no win scenario.
@@deanwaller1029 I know. It’s a full on Catch22. I’ve spent a lot of time trying to explain to friends, work colleagues and thread participants that the cyclist has already figured out their course of action and they need do nothing unless they’re completely blocking the way.
Can you send that video to Jeremy Vine and cycling Mikey please with some sub notes ! Just make it a non event ! Priority should be given not taken ! Not to arrive at the same point with anyone else ! These are what every road user should be doing ! Keep up the good work Ashley !
I know that area like the back of my hand. Some of the roads through the high street are very badly maintained. And it can be very busy with pedestrians and cyclists. Your viewer did well!
Key thing to remember about cycling is you think you may be right but it won’t matter if a 2 tone vehicle flattens you. Cycle defensively because you aren’t surrounded by a cage of steel
I like to think when I ride, which is rare these days for health reasons, this is just about the level I'm at, perhaps with less passing on the inside.
Whilst watching this video, it's dawned on me that reference to riding positions for cyclists differ from those for motorbikes. For the former it's "Primary" & "Secondary" but for the latter they are numbered 1, 2 & 3. There's no equivalent of "3" for a bicycle. Admittedly, speeds are lower for cyclists but there must be times where cyclists should be in Position 3. Making a right turn for example or where it might be prudent to avoiding a hazard. And yet no formal way of referring to that as a cycling position via an all-inclusive reference system.
It is interesting learning about the primary, secondary, tertiary, 1, 2, 3 (not sure on any others) positions as I only see a rider. While the position gives some information I will look at their language as a whole along with the road and any signals or head movements to work out what they intend to do fully (I think that is as clear as mud!) When it comes to overtaking and it is technically and legally OK to, I ask myself one question…would I be happy being overtake here? Just because it is legal it doesn’t mean I do
@@smilerbobh yes "tertiary" to describe "3rd". Haven't heard that term in a long while. It almost sounds like the name of a special kind of monastery or church! Interestingly, I've never heard reference to a cyclist being in the "Tertiary position". Perhaps it's just too much of a religious experience! 😊
@@ibs5080 I use the word quite often in my line of work as 3rd line support for a large computer system where we have primary, secondary and tertiary redundancy of applications and hardware. It is interesting to see when giving training and I say the word without the other two when half the room nods in understanding and the other half drifts away trying to work out what it means. I then use it in a sentence with the other two words and it then all makes sense to them…or ar least I hope it does. In terms of cycling, it is one that I have used personally (completely non official) when assessing the different positions for cyclists. For me the positions are: Secondary - 50 to 100cm from the kerb to avoid drains and allow maximum space on the road to assist the safe overtake by other vehicles Primary - A position in the road that will discourage overtaking as there are many obstacles ahead, eg parked cars, junctions, traffic Tertiary - Probably the most dangerous position for a cyclist. This is when they are in the gutter (less than 50cm from the kerb) or riding the centre line which is encouraging, incorrectly, vehicles to pass close and at greater speed Again, tertiary positioning is something I personally use as it is non official terminology for risk assessment while driving and it poses the highest risk of sudden movement to avoid drains and debris
@@smilerbob Well, as has happened before, I wrote you a long reply but for some unknown reason, YT deleted it. Just to say my background is also in IT...and to thank you for your detailed message.
@@ibs5080 I do not understand why some comments get deleted by YT sometimes when the rules are followed, no external links and no abusive words 🤷🏻♂️ There is a comment on here today that I am unable to see but people are replying to it so there is one that hasn’t been deleted but is hidden from some
Some of the dashcam cyclists, especially the deluded one shared more recently, would've been charging through every second of that (including the parents and kids) as fast as they can pedal, shouting and swearing throughout. This is so refreshing. And i wonder how much time they "lost" doing it nicely.
I see a lot of similar decisions to what I would make riding! There's some squeezy bits like you mention, however I think I wouldn't have gone through, however some of that may just be down to me riding a big cargo bike that would hardly fit, perhaps if I were on a normal bike, I would have done the same, which is something for me to think on. Assume this is a non-electric bike so admire their willingness to slow down rather than swerve for issues.
Well now, between the two of you, I'm never going to live this stationary bike thing down! I did actually have a companion during my workout. It's actually become a regular thing. Her name is Angel. But likely not what you think. It's the neighbours cat from three doors away that has a habit of following me into the garage and sitting on the mat by the door whilst I do my 60 min routine. As for online, I actually watch various YT videos during my routine, often rewatching Ashley's videos. Or a video from a past years event (car show etc) as part of my "homework" or refresher for the same show that I'm about to go to this year. Occasionally also a video of Vancouver so that I feel connected to my other homeland inbetween visits.
It would be really great to see everyone, or all cyclists, cycle in a fantastic, sensible and safe way like this almost perfect viewer. I think they're excellent at knowing how to keep themselves and everyone else safe. I hope we see more safe cyclists like this viewer in the future.
Never will every cyclist be this competent. People’s brains are wired differently, some people don’t grasp the concepts/logic easily. That’s why cycling infrastructure is needed.
Did not think he was that great. Too fast onto roundabouts, so he was going down the side of the car, rather than behind. Undertaking that bus against the wall, swerving round the back of the emerging car, not waiting for the pedestrian to finish crossing the road before moving onto the crossing. Any of these would be an immediate motorbike test fail.
@@blake-gl4wn That's why full riding lessons, test and license is needed, together with full insurance and number plates before bikes are allowed on the road. This silly riding mopeds with L plates should now also come to an end. How can learner riders have business insurance whilst delivering macdonalds, pizza etc to fat people be legal?
Maybe when somebody goes to a cycle shop to buy their first bike the shop could have a video screen that shows how to ride safely before the bike is handed over.
Really cool vid this one. great commentary as always Ashley. I honestly think that a bike line only needs to be a white line and at 1:25 mins shows why. Our local cycle path is on road, then off road then back to on road. It's confusing and causes conflict because no one really understands it. I was nearly to the point of off road but got 'squeezed between a crossing point by a driver who thought I should have been off road, so got a 'punishment close pass' and horn blaring etc. And for him, it was lucky I couldn't catch him. I got triggered and tried to. So I'm not a fan off too many cycle paths. Shouldn't really be needed in my view. I would say that this cyclist rides like he drives, as do I.
This is a terrible cycle path, it would not meet even the minimum standard today, way too narrow. Plus the overtaking Audi was doing 34mph in the 30 limit!
@@ABEH-kw2ij I see your point but, cyclist too need to learn road skill. We share a road . it's not that we own it. Drivers and riders need to respect each other.It never used to be such an issue.
Both the lane you describe and the one in the video are examples of terrible cycle lanes. The one in the video is barely as wide as a handlebar, and certainly less wide than a bike riding in secondary position. This forces the bike rider to either A) ride in proper secondary as recommended by the highway code, which then causes confusion and aggression from drivers who perceive the crap cycle lane to be the safe and correct place to be, or B) ride in the crap lane and have to make make frequent "laser death ray eyes" rearward observations, to prevent fast passes which are by design, too close to be safe. As a cycling instructor, I'd take B but not be that happy about it.
@chrisburn7178 I kind of think that cyclists, need to learn to ride on the road along with cars etc. It's a skill set that is needed. A line still requires drivers to over take safety. I get why we need cycle paths, but a lot of them are not helpful.
@@madmick9205 I think we're broadly in agreement really, just coming from slightly different perspectives. I agree about learning, and that's why I'm currently a cycling instructor. Personally I enjoy the cut and thrust of urban cycling, especially as confident cycling shows to people stuck in traffic that you can make significantly faster and less stressful progress on a bike. It is as you say, a good and lacking skill. I also agree that many cycle lanes as implemented are a waste of space. However, the further down the line I get with the argument for bikes, it becomes blindingly obvious that training is no solution for the catastrophe of car-centric urban and suburban infrastructure that chokes cities and renders whole communities completely reliant on private cars, which are expensive, polluting and socially damaging (if that sounds extreme, look up videos by Not Just Bikes, among others, on the negative social effects). It's obvious that the solution is segregated cycle and walking infrastructure, even where this may take space from roads. It is the only way to normalise active transport and create healthier, cleaner, quieter, socially stronger cities and towns.
2:50 nobody gave strange looks - apart from the bloke in the bucket hat holding a red bag. He looks right at the cyclist then makes an excellent job of getting in the way! Needs to read rule 13 methinks!
1:52, what was the point of the cyclist stopping short of the lights? 3:07, I never heard any warning from the cyclist warning of his presence. 3:47 was the pedestrian still on the cross when the cammer set of? 4:22 going into a side road to pass another vehicle, I've had enough now of this ....... "good" cycling
1:52 as Ashley said, to keep the junction clear and to allow vehicles to flow. 3:07 the speed was low, so the warning wasn't needed. Although it wouldn't be wrong to warn them, either. I probably would. 3:47 Presumably not, but they were delt with safely, providing the cyclist wasn't to close to the pedestrian, which I don't think he was. 4:22 Here, I agree. I don't think he should've gone in that gap. But he was slow.
@@artemkatelnytskyi 1:52, There was no need to for the cyclist to stop short, there was space the other side of the junction, evidenced by the car that had stopped at the lights, so the questions remains, what was the point of the cyclist stopping? 3:07, I think a warning is necessary, he is approaching people from behind. 3:47, what, she is clearly visible and you should not proceed while pedestrians are still on the crossing.
Quick side note: How is that infrastructure so bad there? Where are the seperate bike lanes or completely seperated and protected bike paths? With good infrastructure, bikes/pedestrians never share the road with cars.
@@artemkatelnytskyi Well I guess I am just too used to good cycling infrastructure here in Finland. The difference/contrast just seems to be too big than I thought it would be.
London is too old. Roads were built for horse and cart, so many are very narrow. London underground was first to be built, so tunnels & platforms too small. Would be fine building in a new country, like New York, built on a grid system, but London just evolved from a square mile into the sprawling S. hole it is today.
Note that when filtering and when cycling on a narrow cycle lane there is no scope for a clear protection space of 1.5m between cyclist and vehicle, does that mean its relevant only some o f the time?? Note also that the solid white line on the edge of the lane is regarded as a physical barrier, which it isn't so the normal risks are still there. Is it a case that vehicle passing cyclists must give 1.5m+ but cyclists passing vehicles don't have to give the same space, but the risk is the same in both cases? Whilst the HC says that you must give priority to cyclists filtering or riding in a cycle lane when you intend to turn but how far behind must the cyclist be so as to allow the vehi9cle to turn - that question is not asked? If you turn and a pedestrian unexpectedly is about to step out across the junction and you stop to give them priority leaving your vehicle blocking the cycle lane/filter, are you at fault? It seems to me that the new rules are too prescriptive and cannot cope with the variations found in real life. With the van delivery driver with the side door open, the man's feet on the video are not immediately apparent but the fact that the side sliding door is open gives instant clues that there may be someone in the van or as in this case, standing beside it. You didn't have to see his feet to realise that, as no delivery driver would leave the door open whilst stationary and unattended. Similarly, opening a sliding door on the side next to the flow of traffic would not be wise unless it was immediately necessary and therefore there must be someone at that point..
Most cyclists would have ridden on the pavement nearly all the time. Usually the non shared space ones. Scattering pedestrians in their wake. This is my experience anyway. They ride on the pavement even if there is no traffic. Very few use the wide road or indicate.
6:13 - A doubt the van driver was able see through glass...? Or a doubt the van driver didn't think "like hell am I gonna let a cyclist get Infront of me" Although id still be inclined to let him out anyway... You don't want some weapon like that close passing you 20cm further up the road.
If all cyclists rode in this fashion I would happily say let them ride on and share the majority of pavements (not those on busy high streets nor where front doors exit straight on to the pavement). The more we can seperate people/riders and heavy metal the better. If kids grow up riding the pavements and respect the passage of pedestrians, they will become respectful adult riders and road users.
At 4 minutes when you say that the cyclist should tuck in behind the red vehicle, I would've done just that, but I do find that drivers like that in the red car don't see that you need to move out, so don't reduce speed to let you move out, and try their very best to force you into the back of parked vehicles.
@@ABEH-kw2ij the cyclists speed was too slow for your scenario to be realistic, as that would require the pedestrian to throw something behind them, not drop.
Interesting. Here's a challenge for you, try and find in any legislation where it says you have to wait till the pedestrian is fully cleared of the crossing.
This is a common misconception that you have to wait until the pressure and is totally clear on the other side before proceeding. Driving test tips are wrong also and you have not been able to find anything in the legislation. Time for a video on this one I think! Quite simply, if the pedestrians have crossed and your certain they're not going to be a problem you're fine carrying on. EDIT: Typo
If there is no risk, you're not creating unnecessary risk. Think about it like this then, if you had a zebra crossing with a central island, would you feel comfortable continuing on the left side of the road if someone was finishing crossing on the right side? Why would this be any safer than if there wasn't a central island?
At 1:48 the cyclist probably realized that he wasn't getting past the traffic lights so might as well allow them. 3:42 wasn't smart, especially if there was an impatiient driver behind him.
I'll bet Peddlin' Micky and his acolytes would be having convulsions watching this as a rider with clear right if way on multiple occasions slows down and stops and gives way to cars and other vehicles that should be giving HIM priority instead. I cycle and drive and this cyclist is the standard I try to emulate as much as possible. You NEED a very bright flashing front light always, same for the rear and a pair of good quality motorbike type mirrors are the best safety investment I ever made. And ride defensively for your own safety and everyone else's.
6.36, the cycle lane ends, so mr bike should not be continuing as if it does. Cycle lanes should really have give way markings when they end like this. Same as when two lanes merge into one, everybody should be in the single lane.
it's not really a cycle lane, it's a filter lane to the ASL box. It's only really of use to cyclists when the lights are red and traffic is stationary. Once traffic is moving, a cyclist here should move into the centre of the lane and cross the junction as they would in a car, by occupying the whole lane.
walking through a pedestrian shopping way, an electric bike with huge fat tyres weighing half a ton came whizzing through the crowd weaving in and out doing at least 15 mph and took a blind corner without slowing down ! when did we agree to this ?
No criticism... it happens. Blue audi. Having got in bike's way or bike emerged too soon, it slowed right down for narrow gates... cyclist was by then, going faster and had to slow suddenly. Now reverse the entire scenario. Bike gets in the way at roundabout, or car emerges a bit soon then bike ahead still, slows and car arrives closely behind and slows late. We have a situation here of the ability of some cyclists to complain at either set of circumstances. Solely because of their greater exposure to harm. Much of this video demonstrated ways to avoid those harms. It's an observation. There are loads of complaining clips out there as I have described. But very few that demonstrated caution and/or early action on the behalf of a cyclist that could often already see it all going wrong. If cars are the enemy, then great caution, even if it is entirely legitimate, in doing the unexpected is surely warranted from any road user.
The blue Audi was already on the roundabout and 'Give Way to the Right' however knobber cyclist rides right over the give way lines onto the roundabout, regardless. This could startle the car and they may brake harshly thinking they might collide. Audi had right of way, cyclist jumped the give way lines.
Several clips from near here (Richmond Hill, Richmond town centre, Kingston-Hampton Court, Twickenham, Sheen, Teddingtom, Hampton, Thames Ditton…). So nearly all these areas are very familiar. Good cycling. But why did your viewer not include any footage from inside Richmond Park? Could it be because cyclists tend to cause lots of problems there: overtaking (20mph) cars - often very close and/or into oncoming traffic, undertaking, not stopping for pedestrians. It goes on. Strange omissions. Coincidence perhaps?
Yeah but he is a cyclist. It was a miracle he stopped at all and you expect him to wait a few more seconds :o) Would be an immedaite fail on a motorbike or car exam, but cyclists are a law unto themselves.
I think cyclists having priority to prevent left-hooks could be dangerous if 100% of road users don't know about it. If I'm in a cycle lane I think I'll always give priority to a car turning left unless they come to a dead stop to give me priority. It just feels unnatural and against instinct to take priority in that situation but maybe I'm overly cautious. As soon as I was taught to ride a bike I was told never ride up the inside of a lorry or a car that could be turning left etc.
As a cyclist, you wouldn't try and take priority in that situation. Only if the cycle lane continues across the junction would you properly have priority to continue straight ahead. That was just a narrow filter lane to an ASL box.
A lot of drivers never use their nearside door mirror at all, hence cyclists being left hooked. 'I didn't see him/her' should really read 'I never looked'.
Yeah but the roads are more like in a third world country now. Mopeds and scooters carving up other motorists without a care. Cyclists want all the taking and none of the giving. It is nonsense that a bike barrelling down the inside has priority over another turning left. Cycle lanes need give way markings at side streets. I was taught to filter at no more than 5mph above that of the traffic. If the traffic was stationary, my speed should be no more than 5mph. But alas these L plate mopeds and bikes without even a CBT charge around without a thought for themselves or the paintwork of others cars.
@@michaelgurd7477 Often knobber on two wheels is going so fast that they are not visible in the mirror. Driver cannot constantly stare into the mirror looking for said knobber. As Ashley says, one has to look into the road one is turning into, as well as look out for pedestrians stepping off the pavement. What if somebody stepped out from between the stationary cars. Could bike stop? No. well they are cycing too fast past stationary traffic.
Blimey a cyclist other than me who stops at red lights 😊 would also add at the shared pavement due to the school turning out id have walked through much safer with play happy kids
Well done to the cyclist. But, it has to be stated, I've yet to come across such a cyclist in my life. Sensible riding is rare, but arrogant, ignorant, foolish, and stupid riding is the usual norm. For every sensible cyclist I see, I come across fifty, maybe hundred who are the total opposite.
Drivers, please pay more attention to cycle lanes and stay out of them. I know they rarely have cyclists in them, but when you are the cyclist it’s frustrating when they’re ignored. Sure, use them if you have to (and check before you do) but if you don’t then please stay out.
I kind of wonder what society has come to when this behaviour isn't the norm or at least the majority thinking - well done that cyclist - shame other members of the general public can't display the same courtesy to those around them...
if you ride for an aggregate total of nearly 10 minutes without attempting to run down a pedestrian or haranguing a car for your own aggressive riding, can you even call yourself a cyclist?
Great video but I think you are banging your head against the proverbial brick wall . Every cammer has thousands of hours cyclists doing it all wrong .
4:12 I used to look inside parked cars to make sure there was nobody in it so I could pass a little closer, that was until a woman threw open wide her car door right in front of me. Very nearly crashed into it. I didn't see her, because she was basically lying down fiddling with her handbag in the passenger footwell. She sat up and flung the door open in a split second! I give all parked cars a wide berth now.
Only after Ashley's clips is it possible to feel good and refreshed instead of stressed and annoyed!
I feel educated and prepared to apply lessons.
try ogmios school of zen motoring
At around 1:50, apologies if I'm being a bit slow today folks but I'm still not clear as to why it was a good idea for the cyclist to hold back and let several cars out of the side street to their left. The cyclist had priority and had plenty of room in front to clear that junction. Was it appropriate for the cyclist to hold back for all those cars? As I said, maybe I'm missing something here but I was concerned they were increasing the risk of being rear ended by stopping there with a clear space in front.
For me they reduced the risk of being rear ended as they were constantly checking behind for vehicles and then if they went through the junction could be in the A pillar blind spot of a vehicle turning left not knowing it is a bus lane they are turning into. That is my view on risk and safety
But as always it is nice to be nice and this behaviour I think gives out a jice message to other road users that not all cyclists should be tarred with the same brush
And you are not being slow at all, these comments get conversations going and we all learn different views from each other 👍
There was nothing to be gained from going past the junction to sit at a red light. Plus if anyone wanted to go left out of the junction whilst the lights arr on red they can . Which then means they don't have to overtake the cyclist and let's them getting thier way and the cyclist doesn't have to worry about a pass. Then everyone is happy. It's no different to driving and lights on red after a junction and we stop before the junction to let people go left out of as we wait on red before the junction then when the lights go green the car out junction goes first and we follow .
@@wrightwoodwork You raise several very valid points actually.
@@smilerbob Your response was very insightful. Especially the part about the A pillar blind spot, something that cyclists are at considerable risk from.
You are spot on regarding initiating dialog so that we can all learn from each others opinions. I actually find this group has a very high level of insight with regards to driving and that high standard seems to be increasing over time.
It is called manors, road-craft and give and take. Cyclist could not proceed due to red lights, so was able to let a few cars out in front of him, to aid traffic flow.
This have never been done ever before, by a cyclist, so it needs to go to the Guiness Book of Records. First cyclist to ever give way to a car :o)
Patience is the virtue salient in this video.
Best, most balanced cycling video I have seen. More of this please Ash.
I honestly think most bad cycling behaviours come from the experience of cycling around cars driven badly.
Nice ‘flow’ and not a hint of aggression, from anyone….nice job..❤
Courteous, aware, non confrontational; a great compilation. When riding through shared spaces on a bicycle, if you ride at walking speeds then there’s never an issue. Speed up when your clear, slow down when you near pedestrians. You occupy less space sitting on your bike than pushing it.
There are some roads near me where cyclists will prefer to use the pavement than the poor cycling infrastructure as it is safer for them. The road is just about wide enough for two vehicles to pass without going over the painted cycle lane so quite often we are encroaching…sorry. I don’t if there are our two wheeled friends around and if I have to stop then I will stop much to the annoyance of those behind but that is a them issue.
Anyway, back to the main part, the cyclists that use the pavement will ride double walking pace until they reach a pedestrian at which point they will slow and wait to safely pass, or if the road is clear they will hop down and then back up again. There are never any issues sharing the the technically non shared space. But as you say, correct speed is key to sharing and the same can be said for sharing the road with everyone. Some car drivers need to learn the accelerator pedal is variable and not on or off
There seem to be plenty of cyclists who think that because they are allowed to ride in a shared area, they are entitled to ride as fast as possible through it. That attitude annoys me.
When car drivers share the space with cyclists, they're never content to drive at cycling speeds. Would never be an issue if they were.
@@TheRip72 depends on what kind of shared space it is. That being it was once a footpath in a town or a shared path between towns where cyclists will move a lot faster.
@@shm5547 I am. I’m sure lots of this channels watchers also are. But there’s a lot of ignorant gits out there.
A fantastic video. It really is a relief to know there's some sensible riders out there. I'm planning on filming more of my commute and will aim to send it in Ashley.👍🏻
Still thought mr bike was a bit quick onto the roundabouts. If the car had stopped, mr bike would not.
Also he was a bit quick to carve round the pedestrian on the crossing, rather than waiting a few extra seconds for her to finish crossing. I was taught for my driving test, pedestrian must be fully clear of the crossing before one can proceed. Maybe this has changed?
Whilst mr bike was far better than 99.9% of bike riders, I don't think his riding standard was exemplary.
@@wibbley1 Although you're correct, I think picking these non-events up is a little harsh, considering the low standard of driving and cycling generally. The real test is that he showed courtesy to all others, and when he did "make progress" it wasn't to the detriment of anyone else, e.g. the lady on the crossing didn't even bat an eyelid, she was just happy that she was waited for.
Lots of food for thought here! I'm a newbie cyclist and not really at the stage where I'm comfortable sharing the road with motor traffic, but I would say that the willingness to stop exemplified here is brilliant. I'll also tend to walk the bike if there isn't space to cycle through on a shared space. I'm working on increasing my awareness, which should get easier as my balance and confidence improve. I do try to use my bell when appropriate (e.g. approaching pedestrians or blind corners) but I notice other riders tend not to.
Plaudits to you for showing the riders and drivers who do a good job. Most driving channels focus on the bad, and I think when we're out on the road we notice bad road use more. This is a reminder that most people use the road pretty well most of the time. Everyone makes mistakes. The really bad ones stick out which affects our perception of the general standard of road use.
At 01:27, technically that is not 'secondary' positioning demonstrated, but rather use of the far too narrow, gutter cycle lane - which can encourage close passing by motorists. Secondary cycling position would be more in the 'nearside car tyre track', which indicates 'overtake when safe', and is generally not possible when there are oncoming motor vehicles...
I agree as a technicality (as a cycling instructor I guess I have to) but if this is criticism of the bike rider, I think it's unfounded. This is a fault of the cycle lane and driver perception - riding in the vehicle lane when drivers perceive there to be a "safe" cycle lane, just engenders confusion and therefore (sadly) aggression. I would rather stay in the bike lane and deal with overtaking traffic with frequent rearward observation and a few "laser stares" at those looking to pass too fast, than ride in real secondary and have to deal with the rash, bad decisions of frustrated motorist after frustrated motorist.
@@chrisburn7178 Yes, I agree, no fault attributed to cyclists who use these lanes & who are close passed dangerously by drivers, as that would be a form of victim blaming & drivers need to always give safe space. It's the cycle 'gutter' lanes which are inadequate (council provision) esp given it's recommended to keep 0.5 metres away from the kerb, & the poor driving of some motorists who can place cyclists in danger by thinking 'cyclist in their lane, so I'll just overtake with oncoming traffic & not give them safe space'. I just wanted to make sure people were aware that what was described in the video as 'secondary position happy for drivers to overtake', was in fact not secondary. Personally* I'd rather avoid those gutter lanes, as they're often too narrow, with iron work, gravel etc, but especially when in busier traffic & on roads which are less wide in total, as riding wider asserts road space (as per highway code), and avoids trying to constantly rubberneck & eyeball drivers. On many roads I'm not happy for drivers traveling at speed to overtake me as a cyclist when there's oncoming /stopped traffic, as I know that the motorists would be unable to leave me safe space. On the road in the video, the driver was probably too close in reality, particularly when you consider the width of handlbars, and the need for drivers to keep 1.5m (min) away at 30mph. I probably would have ridden wider for a bit, then moved over slightly, once clear of the stationary vehicles. If it's not safe for a driver to overtake, it's not safe for a driver to overtake & they shouldn't.
Some good cycling.
Share the roads.
Love how its only ever one viewer that provides nice clips
Great examples of how to do it. My part of SW London as well. Sorry to say this kind of riding isn’t the norm but hopefully this kind of example setting will be picked up on. Should also say that some of the less than perfect driving seen in these clips is also not representative as it’s frequently worse and doesn’t take into account cyclists. Your viewer clearly understands that and keeps themselves, and others, safe. As you say Ashley, we’re all road users and need to look out for each other and share the space.
Some thing I need to do more of when riding. I still have some bad habits. Especially when I get triggered from some bad driving/riding. I need to not get too emotional and let it go.
It sounds like you consider others though. Many do not care. We all make mistakes & reviewing situations afterwards is always worthwhile.
Some nice riding there and great awareness from your viewer. Not sure I would’ve gone behind that car emerging from the junction just in case they decided to change their mind and turn right instead but do the usual “reverse without looking as it was clear 30 seconds ago” manoeuvre
All in all a great selection of non events as every journey should be 👍
2:30 Also notice that the pedestrians don’t seem to give a single thought that they might have to share that space plus the road beyond it, the same when the reverse direction is shown later in the video, just as well the cyclist behaved like they did!
It's not really a problem though. I'd just ring my bell when approaching them and more often than not they step to the side. No confrontation, no issues.
I didn't hear a single bell ring or excuse me from the cyclist on the shared pathway, as the pedestrians are more vulnerable surely he shouldn't expect all of them to see or hear him 🤔
@@sillybait1329 While they are more vulnerable they are also responsible for their own safety. Not checking to see if anyone else might be sharing that pathway is plain dumb. And once the pathway ends the pedestrians are all over the road.
@@scottvessey915 even more reason for the cyclist to let them know he is there, if they are dumb they obviously should be looking as they would not be able to hear the cyclist and should be wearing some form of identity proclaiming their disability I think dumb people have a blue hi viz jacket so others are aware
The two women with the pushchair made eye contact with thecyclist, ignored him and continued their conversation in the middle of the thoroughfare. Seemingly pedestrians are beyond reproach.
In a way, it's almost preferable to show a road user who's very good, but still having a couple of errors of judgement, to one who's perfect in every way. Because we're all trying to improve, and it's nice to highlight the benefits of just being better!
this was relaxing to watch, great collection
For what you said at 6:47...praising and pointing out good riding/driving is just as important as pointing out what people shouldn't be doing. Viewers see these videos and think "look how calm things are, maybe I could behave like this!"
I used to live near to the dip in the video, that rider covers a fair area with some brilliant riding.
Bike rider with no mirrors spots an ambulance just fine.
I’ve seen cars with an ambulance right behind them, overtaking cars that have pulled over until the sirens finally come on!
Yes, I totally recognize the "cars and ambulance" situation you describe. Partly because I've often been the car to pull over for an emergency vehicle, only to have the car behind me overtake me. And shortly thereafter, it becomes apparent to them why I pulled over!
@@ibs5080even if they aren't checking the mirrors regularly, they should be able to see blue, flickering lights in the corner of their eye, right? For many drivers, apparently not. Presumably, their mirror is pointing at their roof liner! Good evening, ibs5080!
Intelligent riding - courteous and careful - and appears to be aware of the Highway Code - top marks.
At around 2:23 with the other cyclist going through the red light at the pedestrian crossing. This is exactly why as a pedestrian I look every which way before crossing as well as whilst crossing. Same for crossing one way streets - I still look both ways. And if im crossing beteeen stationary vehicles in traffic, I check between each lane for filtering two wheelers.
Not stopping is bad enough but not stopping when another cyclist already has is utterly disgusting. The other road users (in this case pedestrians) will see the first bike has stopped but will not be prepared for another one to shoot straight past.
Yeah, I sometimes stop dead when crossing, so bike has to brake harshly or violently swerve. Serve em right. Red traffic light is for all road users.
You should hear the language. Would make a docker blush.
It's also not difficult for the Mini driver @6:33 to signal !
when the bar has been lowered so far that choosing to avoid a crash by not altering course or speed qualifies as nice riding, you know there are some bad riders out there.
A good example and I agree they are often uncomfortably close to parked cars instead of tucking in behind a car to go past.
I would never have filtered down the left of the bus with a wall next to me, I always would want an escape option. I tend to filter down the right of vehicles far more than I see on such videos, I think you are more likely to be spotted, it also means the vehicles have to be either very slow or stopped, so moving vehicles are mostly just followed. That guy unloading the van, I like to think I would have used the white car as a blocked and gone behind it. If I wanted to be picky to, he could maybe wait a bit more for peds to clear the zebra crossings
a correction: a left hook is SPECIFICALLY when a car overtakes a cyclist on the right, and then immediately turns left across their path. this must be differentiated from a car turning left without realizing a cyclist is attempting to dive to the inside of their turn.
It's not so much that the cyclist is attempting to dive to the inside of their turn, but that it's proceeding with its right of way. A car is meant to check their mirror and blindspot on their lefthand side before turning left across a cycle lane.
@@ihateunicorns867 yes, I understand that in the UK, if a motorist is making a turn, road users behind them have priority.
knowing someone is in front of you and intending to turn across your path and knowingly riding into their path is still stupid, especially if you know that you are in a location that makes it very difficult for them to see you. and that is still different from when a road user chooses to overtake a cyclist and immediately turn across their path.
in point of fact, my state has made it illegal for a cyclist to pass (overtake OR undertake) a turning vehicle on the side it is turning towards. I couldn't find the reference, today, but I believe it is also illegal for a motorist to overtake a bicycle inf they intend to make a turn across the cyclist's path.
Sorry. A left hook is a left hook regardless of it being intentional or unintentional.
Cycling infrastructure will place the cyclist into a freer and faster moving lane and the onus falls on the motorist to ensure that they are able to turn without harming another road user. In the same way. A motorist wouldn’t swing across a bus lane to turn left so why shouldn’t they do the same for cyclists. In the U.K. a road user shouldn’t make a manoeuvre that will cause another to brake or take evasive action. So to double check that the way is clear shouldn’t take much effort and once committed then any approaching cyclist then gives priority. The motorist shouldn’t swing left because they’re fed up with sitting in static traffic and want to make use of a rat run. The Netherlands seems to be able to make their right turns work with the same principles so why can’t the U.K. or U.S. for that matter.
@@TheGiff7 yes, if a motorist accidentally overtakes a cyclist and then immediately makes a left turn, that is also a left hook. but if a motorist is clearly indicating a left turn, and a cyclist decides that is the perfect time to pass him up on the left then the cyclist is an idiot. and if your wife decides feeding time while her husband is completely drowsy is a great time to make the dogs run laps around the house without explaining that disrupting feeding time is now a thing, that is also a terrible idea and will end up getting the puppy completely confused AND reprimanded by the senior dog.
@@kenbrown2808 It doesn’t matter if you indicate or make it clear you want to turn in any other way. Whether you’re turning right across oncoming traffic, or turning left across a cycle lane, you still have to wait until a lane is clear before pulling across is.
Such a good video and great to see someone cycling like this, if all cyclists did as this viewer does there would be far fewer problems and people would not have as bad a view of cyclists
As a Dutchman, this was very interesting! Never knew cycling was such a different experience in the UK.
Yeah, (many/most) cyclists in the UK have a tour-de-france entitled attitude and refuse to share the road. Instead, they stop for nobody, ignore traffic lights and pedestrian crossings, weave in and out of traffic, refusing to ever stop or give way. They have more and more of the road space given over to them, but still will not play nicely with the other traffic. London is a nightmare, just crossing the road as a pedestrian, chances are, bikes will weave in and out around you.
So we get a video like this one, which is so unique in showing a higher riding standard than the norm.
@@wibbley1because most are sport riders. Besides, most drivers do lots of mistakes too (don't forget most cyclists are drivers).
Yeah typical bikey mentality. There is no room for 'sports' on the road.
Unfortunately the mentality of the bikeys do not understand this. They either play dress-up like a five year old does in their favourite super-hero costume and race everywhere, or are as thick as s&*# and ride like the complete morons they are.
Typical five year old's mealy-mouthed bikey comment, deflecting to other road users, as if somehow their conduct justifies the lawless bikeys.
Those who hold driving licences are the cyclists we see, who actually act responsibly on the roads, as they have actually had some road training and the intelligence to pass a driving test.
I had to rescue a Lime bike on Monday that had been dumped in the middle of the road. It bleeped at me a lot as I moved it, which was rather unnerving, but the Waitrose van trying to park up was happy.
I don't understand why hire cycles & escooters have to be left in the middle of the path. It is no more difficult to leave them parked at the side, out of the way. Taking a photo of it parked when off-hiring is a requirement too.
@@TheRip72 It doesn't surprise me at all, shopping trolleys are often left blocking paths.
Should have thrown it in the canal.
One thing that really bothers me about those shared space clips is how little attention people pay to their surroundings. I didn't see anyone doing any kind of looking around when doing lateral movement, and people just happily block entire pathways without considering there might be faster moving traffic trying to pass.
Like most cyclists on the road
@@elliotwilliams7421Given that 85% of cyclists are also motorists it seems unlikely that they'd stop looking as they switched vehicles. So are you saying that most motorists don't look too? Or are you just having an unfounded whine?
@@roaduser6438 no chance 85% of cyclists are also drivers.
I'm saying cyclists aren't taught to look, aren't taught anything in fact.
You do realise the skills involved in cycling and driving are different?
It's your type of attitude that sees cyclists injured, always total deflection.
If you looked about on the road you'd see the vast majority don't look around.
@@roaduser6438 as I thought, your statistic is nonsense.
@@roaduser6438 allegedly 85% of over 18s who cycle also hold a license. Meaning the youth have no formal training and you like that. Odd
Its also from 2012, over ten years out of date.
Can not find the source of the claim but its obviously some sort of estimate, skewed by the cycling authority who printed it.
Look forward to watching this later when I have some WiFi! Running low on phone data 🙄
I don't know where this is, whether it's down south in the Croydon area near me or up north round Manchester or Leeds or somewhere north west-ish like that but the streets seem very similar to how the layout is when I go out.
I haven't been on a bike in quite a few years since the last bike I had was the same one I've had since I was a teenager.
I'm six foot tall now so I probably needed a new bicycle anyway. This video does encourage me to get back out there on two wheels again, I just hope the drivers round Croydon and London are considerate towards non motorised road traffic in this way.
5:32 , there is one hazard in the wall. I've cycled alongside it and a pigeon shot out of that hole in it, nearly in my face.😊
Thank you
Can anyone explain why emergency vehicles in the UK often don't use their sirens? Yes I know about turning sirens off at red lights with queuing traffic, so as not to pressure motorists into running the red light and so forth. But it's also often when actually driving along, such as in the first clip. In other countries, emergency vehicles will have sirens on when cruising along to an emergency even if it's 3am.
I know in my area, the law requires emergency vehicles to run sirens along with lights unless the siren creates a hazard. but I believe there are places that put the siren use at the driver's discretion.
As someone that lives along an ambulance route we are appreciative of the no sirens when there is nobody around.
I think, based upon when they use them near me, it would be when there are no vehicles / pedestrians to alert of their presence and there are houses around. That said, there are some that will keep them on regardless which can be annoying during the early hours but there are druken people around so we can understand why
Also, if there is only one vehicle like our cyclist friend in this video that has positively moved to allow them to pass then there isn’t really a need for the siren. Again from my observations so am happy for others to confirm or deny what I have said
@@smilerbob when I was young, the practice was referred to as "don't wake the neighbors" which was literally a courtesy measure. if you don't need to make a lot of noise, then don't. some emergency drivers in my area still leave the lights and siren off unless they need traffic to give way.
@@kenbrown2808Now if only we can get car drivers to do the same at 2 in the morning and not use tge horn excessively when someone overtakes them on the road then we all might be able to sleep well at night
@@smilerbob some people use their horn more in a day than I use mine in a year.
I think this was a fantastic cyclist, a bit close at times but not to concern anyone. i wish they would all watch this video and see how it is done.
Ashley how many times do you watch every clip before coming up with a solution on regards to a better way of cycling.
Great section of clips. I was disappointed in the lack of a bell in the shared use areas. A polite ping to let the pedestrians know the cyclist was around. It’s also important to let people know it’s not a get out of the way signal. But a I’m here, you don’t need to move as I’ve worked out my course. If you really need them to move then you can fall back on your voice. Sometimes the bell can work as a please move if there is a group strung out across the pathway.
Speaking from experience, a lot of pedestrians react to a bell like it's a horn (regardless of how much a of a 'ping' it is). I've been in similar situations to that clip and received angry looks and comments when giving a single, crisp ping. It's a no win scenario.
@@deanwaller1029 I know. It’s a full on Catch22. I’ve spent a lot of time trying to explain to friends, work colleagues and thread participants that the cyclist has already figured out their course of action and they need do nothing unless they’re completely blocking the way.
Your viewer is definitely a part of the self preservation society and he didn't blow the bloody doors off 😂. Nice riding.
Can you send that video to Jeremy Vine and cycling Mikey please with some sub notes ! Just make it a non event ! Priority should be given not taken ! Not to arrive at the same point with anyone else ! These are what every road user should be doing ! Keep up the good work Ashley !
I know that area like the back of my hand. Some of the roads through the high street are very badly maintained. And it can be very busy with pedestrians and cyclists. Your viewer did well!
Key thing to remember about cycling is you think you may be right but it won’t matter if a 2 tone vehicle flattens you. Cycle defensively because you aren’t surrounded by a cage of steel
1:05 and everyone goes home smiling
1:25 that actually isn't the secondary position - they're in the middle of the cycle lane, which is a lane!
I like to think when I ride, which is rare these days for health reasons, this is just about the level I'm at, perhaps with less passing on the inside.
Really nice cycling from an experienced cyclist I also bet this is how they also drive.
Whilst watching this video, it's dawned on me that reference to riding positions for cyclists differ from those for motorbikes. For the former it's "Primary" & "Secondary" but for the latter they are numbered 1, 2 & 3. There's no equivalent of "3" for a bicycle. Admittedly, speeds are lower for cyclists but there must be times where cyclists should be in Position 3. Making a right turn for example or where it might be prudent to avoiding a hazard. And yet no formal way of referring to that as a cycling position via an all-inclusive reference system.
It is interesting learning about the primary, secondary, tertiary, 1, 2, 3 (not sure on any others) positions as I only see a rider. While the position gives some information I will look at their language as a whole along with the road and any signals or head movements to work out what they intend to do fully (I think that is as clear as mud!)
When it comes to overtaking and it is technically and legally OK to, I ask myself one question…would I be happy being overtake here? Just because it is legal it doesn’t mean I do
@@smilerbobh yes "tertiary" to describe "3rd". Haven't heard that term in a long while. It almost sounds like the name of a special kind of monastery or church! Interestingly, I've never heard reference to a cyclist being in the "Tertiary position". Perhaps it's just too much of a religious experience! 😊
@@ibs5080 I use the word quite often in my line of work as 3rd line support for a large computer system where we have primary, secondary and tertiary redundancy of applications and hardware. It is interesting to see when giving training and I say the word without the other two when half the room nods in understanding and the other half drifts away trying to work out what it means. I then use it in a sentence with the other two words and it then all makes sense to them…or ar least I hope it does.
In terms of cycling, it is one that I have used personally (completely non official) when assessing the different positions for cyclists. For me the positions are:
Secondary - 50 to 100cm from the kerb to avoid drains and allow maximum space on the road to assist the safe overtake by other vehicles
Primary - A position in the road that will discourage overtaking as there are many obstacles ahead, eg parked cars, junctions, traffic
Tertiary - Probably the most dangerous position for a cyclist. This is when they are in the gutter (less than 50cm from the kerb) or riding the centre line which is encouraging, incorrectly, vehicles to pass close and at greater speed
Again, tertiary positioning is something I personally use as it is non official terminology for risk assessment while driving and it poses the highest risk of sudden movement to avoid drains and debris
@@smilerbob Well, as has happened before, I wrote you a long reply but for some unknown reason, YT deleted it. Just to say my background is also in IT...and to thank you for your detailed message.
@@ibs5080 I do not understand why some comments get deleted by YT sometimes when the rules are followed, no external links and no abusive words 🤷🏻♂️
There is a comment on here today that I am unable to see but people are replying to it so there is one that hasn’t been deleted but is hidden from some
Some of the dashcam cyclists, especially the deluded one shared more recently, would've been charging through every second of that (including the parents and kids) as fast as they can pedal, shouting and swearing throughout. This is so refreshing. And i wonder how much time they "lost" doing it nicely.
I see a lot of similar decisions to what I would make riding! There's some squeezy bits like you mention, however I think I wouldn't have gone through, however some of that may just be down to me riding a big cargo bike that would hardly fit, perhaps if I were on a normal bike, I would have done the same, which is something for me to think on.
Assume this is a non-electric bike so admire their willingness to slow down rather than swerve for issues.
What's that thing on the right @8:28 ?
I think it may be cycle storage locker, some councils provide them although they may have to pais for.
The same part of London that a certain radio presenter lives in. Look at the difference in 'events' 😂
Hello all. Did my 60 min stationary bike earlier today...and no riding worthy of dash cam submissions.
You could still upload as an example of no drama, a nonevent . 🙂 or sharing a shared space 🙂
@@thomaselliot2257Surely it would only be a shared space if someone was on a treadmill next to Ib
@@smilerbob or sharing online 🤔
@@thomaselliot2257 That as well 👍
Well now, between the two of you, I'm never going to live this stationary bike thing down! I did actually have a companion during my workout. It's actually become a regular thing. Her name is Angel. But likely not what you think. It's the neighbours cat from three doors away that has a habit of following me into the garage and sitting on the mat by the door whilst I do my 60 min routine. As for online, I actually watch various YT videos during my routine, often rewatching Ashley's videos. Or a video from a past years event (car show etc) as part of my "homework" or refresher for the same show that I'm about to go to this year. Occasionally also a video of Vancouver so that I feel connected to my other homeland inbetween visits.
It would be really great to see everyone, or all cyclists, cycle in a fantastic, sensible and safe way like this almost perfect viewer. I think they're excellent at knowing how to keep themselves and everyone else safe. I hope we see more safe cyclists like this viewer in the future.
I’m sure they are also a better than average driver too.
Never will every cyclist be this competent. People’s brains are wired differently, some people don’t grasp the concepts/logic easily. That’s why cycling infrastructure is needed.
Did not think he was that great. Too fast onto roundabouts, so he was going down the side of the car, rather than behind. Undertaking that bus against the wall, swerving round the back of the emerging car, not waiting for the pedestrian to finish crossing the road before moving onto the crossing. Any of these would be an immediate motorbike test fail.
@@blake-gl4wn That's why full riding lessons, test and license is needed, together with full insurance and number plates before bikes are allowed on the road. This silly riding mopeds with L plates should now also come to an end. How can learner riders have business insurance whilst delivering macdonalds, pizza etc to fat people be legal?
Maybe when somebody goes to a cycle shop to buy their first bike the shop could have a video screen that shows how to ride safely before the bike is handed over.
Really cool vid this one. great commentary as always Ashley. I honestly think that a bike line only needs to be a white line and at 1:25 mins shows why. Our local cycle path is on road, then off road then back to on road. It's confusing and causes conflict because no one really understands it. I was nearly to the point of off road but got 'squeezed between a crossing point by a driver who thought I should have been off road, so got a 'punishment close pass' and horn blaring etc. And for him, it was lucky I couldn't catch him. I got triggered and tried to. So I'm not a fan off too many cycle paths. Shouldn't really be needed in my view.
I would say that this cyclist rides like he drives, as do I.
This is a terrible cycle path, it would not meet even the minimum standard today, way too narrow. Plus the overtaking Audi was doing 34mph in the 30 limit!
@@ABEH-kw2ij I see your point but, cyclist too need to learn road skill. We share a road . it's not that we own it. Drivers and riders need to respect each other.It never used to be such an issue.
Both the lane you describe and the one in the video are examples of terrible cycle lanes. The one in the video is barely as wide as a handlebar, and certainly less wide than a bike riding in secondary position. This forces the bike rider to either A) ride in proper secondary as recommended by the highway code, which then causes confusion and aggression from drivers who perceive the crap cycle lane to be the safe and correct place to be, or B) ride in the crap lane and have to make make frequent "laser death ray eyes" rearward observations, to prevent fast passes which are by design, too close to be safe. As a cycling instructor, I'd take B but not be that happy about it.
@chrisburn7178 I kind of think that cyclists, need to learn to ride on the road along with cars etc. It's a skill set that is needed. A line still requires drivers to over take safety.
I get why we need cycle paths, but a lot of them are not helpful.
@@madmick9205 I think we're broadly in agreement really, just coming from slightly different perspectives. I agree about learning, and that's why I'm currently a cycling instructor. Personally I enjoy the cut and thrust of urban cycling, especially as confident cycling shows to people stuck in traffic that you can make significantly faster and less stressful progress on a bike. It is as you say, a good and lacking skill. I also agree that many cycle lanes as implemented are a waste of space. However, the further down the line I get with the argument for bikes, it becomes blindingly obvious that training is no solution for the catastrophe of car-centric urban and suburban infrastructure that chokes cities and renders whole communities completely reliant on private cars, which are expensive, polluting and socially damaging (if that sounds extreme, look up videos by Not Just Bikes, among others, on the negative social effects). It's obvious that the solution is segregated cycle and walking infrastructure, even where this may take space from roads. It is the only way to normalise active transport and create healthier, cleaner, quieter, socially stronger cities and towns.
2:50 nobody gave strange looks - apart from the bloke in the bucket hat holding a red bag. He looks right at the cyclist then makes an excellent job of getting in the way! Needs to read rule 13 methinks!
3:23 In the Netherlands the cyclist would have been ringing the bell.
1:52, what was the point of the cyclist stopping short of the lights? 3:07, I never heard any warning from the cyclist warning of his presence. 3:47 was the pedestrian still on the cross when the cammer set of? 4:22 going into a side road to pass another vehicle, I've had enough now of this ....... "good" cycling
1:52 as Ashley said, to keep the junction clear and to allow vehicles to flow. 3:07 the speed was low, so the warning wasn't needed. Although it wouldn't be wrong to warn them, either. I probably would. 3:47 Presumably not, but they were delt with safely, providing the cyclist wasn't to close to the pedestrian, which I don't think he was. 4:22 Here, I agree. I don't think he should've gone in that gap. But he was slow.
@@artemkatelnytskyi 1:52, There was no need to for the cyclist to stop short, there was space the other side of the junction, evidenced by the car that had stopped at the lights, so the questions remains, what was the point of the cyclist stopping? 3:07, I think a warning is necessary, he is approaching people from behind. 3:47, what, she is clearly visible and you should not proceed while pedestrians are still on the crossing.
All without a single shout of “oi” or “you’ll be on TH-cam mate”
Quick side note: How is that infrastructure so bad there? Where are the seperate bike lanes or completely seperated and protected bike paths? With good infrastructure, bikes/pedestrians never share the road with cars.
Globally, good cycling infrastructure is very rare.
@@artemkatelnytskyi Well I guess I am just too used to good cycling infrastructure here in Finland. The difference/contrast just seems to be too big than I thought it would be.
London is too old. Roads were built for horse and cart, so many are very narrow. London underground was first to be built, so tunnels & platforms too small.
Would be fine building in a new country, like New York, built on a grid system, but London just evolved from a square mile into the sprawling S. hole it is today.
Note that when filtering and when cycling on a narrow cycle lane there is no scope for a clear protection space of 1.5m between cyclist and vehicle, does that mean its relevant only some o f the time?? Note also that the solid white line on the edge of the lane is regarded as a physical barrier, which it isn't so the normal risks are still there. Is it a case that vehicle passing cyclists must give 1.5m+ but cyclists passing vehicles don't have to give the same space, but the risk is the same in both cases?
Whilst the HC says that you must give priority to cyclists filtering or riding in a cycle lane when you intend to turn but how far behind must the cyclist be so as to allow the vehi9cle to turn - that question is not asked? If you turn and a pedestrian unexpectedly is about to step out across the junction and you stop to give them priority leaving your vehicle blocking the cycle lane/filter, are you at fault? It seems to me that the new rules are too prescriptive and cannot cope with the variations found in real life.
With the van delivery driver with the side door open, the man's feet on the video are not immediately apparent but the fact that the side sliding door is open gives instant clues that there may be someone in the van or as in this case, standing beside it. You didn't have to see his feet to realise that, as no delivery driver would leave the door open whilst stationary and unattended. Similarly, opening a sliding door on the side next to the flow of traffic would not be wise unless it was immediately necessary and therefore there must be someone at that point..
I've looked and looked.
What's the viewers YT channel?
Most cyclists would have ridden on the pavement nearly all the time. Usually the non shared space ones. Scattering pedestrians in their wake. This is my experience anyway. They ride on the pavement even if there is no traffic. Very few use the wide road or indicate.
What's with the new "yeah yeah oh oh"?
6:13 - A doubt the van driver was able see through glass...? Or a doubt the van driver didn't think "like hell am I gonna let a cyclist get Infront of me"
Although id still be inclined to let him out anyway... You don't want some weapon like that close passing you 20cm further up the road.
If all cyclists rode in this fashion I would happily say let them ride on and share the majority of pavements (not those on busy high streets nor where front doors exit straight on to the pavement). The more we can seperate people/riders and heavy metal the better. If kids grow up riding the pavements and respect the passage of pedestrians, they will become respectful adult riders and road users.
this cyclist is a class act
At 4 minutes when you say that the cyclist should tuck in behind the red vehicle, I would've done just that, but I do find that drivers like that in the red car don't see that you need to move out, so don't reduce speed to let you move out, and try their very best to force you into the back of parked vehicles.
Nice cycling, but why did you not pull him up on riding a cycle across a zebra crossing while a pedestrian is still crossing in front off him? @3:47
Do you have to wait until they have totally crossed before you continue?
@@ABEH-kw2ij the cyclists speed was too slow for your scenario to be realistic, as that would require the pedestrian to throw something behind them, not drop.
Interesting. Here's a challenge for you, try and find in any legislation where it says you have to wait till the pedestrian is fully cleared of the crossing.
This is a common misconception that you have to wait until the pressure and is totally clear on the other side before proceeding. Driving test tips are wrong also and you have not been able to find anything in the legislation. Time for a video on this one I think! Quite simply, if the pedestrians have crossed and your certain they're not going to be a problem you're fine carrying on. EDIT: Typo
If there is no risk, you're not creating unnecessary risk. Think about it like this then, if you had a zebra crossing with a central island, would you feel comfortable continuing on the left side of the road if someone was finishing crossing on the right side? Why would this be any safer than if there wasn't a central island?
At 1:48 the cyclist probably realized that he wasn't getting past the traffic lights so might as well allow them. 3:42 wasn't smart, especially if there was an impatiient driver behind him.
I'll bet Peddlin' Micky and his acolytes would be having convulsions watching this as a rider with clear right if way on multiple occasions slows down and stops and gives way to cars and other vehicles that should be giving HIM priority instead.
I cycle and drive and this cyclist is the standard I try to emulate as much as possible.
You NEED a very bright flashing front light always, same for the rear and a pair of good quality motorbike type mirrors are the best safety investment I ever made.
And ride defensively for your own safety and everyone else's.
Missing the clip where he stops to allow the elderly cross the road
If you can't pass a pedestrian on the left, you can pass them on the right 😅
There's a guy up in Glasgow that could learn a thing or two about this style of riding 🙄
6.36, the cycle lane ends, so mr bike should not be continuing as if it does.
Cycle lanes should really have give way markings when they end like this.
Same as when two lanes merge into one, everybody should be in the single lane.
it's not really a cycle lane, it's a filter lane to the ASL box. It's only really of use to cyclists when the lights are red and traffic is stationary. Once traffic is moving, a cyclist here should move into the centre of the lane and cross the junction as they would in a car, by occupying the whole lane.
@@cameraroll4030 Yep. Agree. This way the cyclist will not damage the car body work by riding into the side of it.
walking through a pedestrian shopping way, an electric bike with huge fat tyres weighing half a ton came whizzing through the crowd weaving in and out doing at least 15 mph and took a blind corner without slowing down ! when did we agree to this ?
No criticism... it happens. Blue audi. Having got in bike's way or bike emerged too soon, it slowed right down for narrow gates... cyclist was by then, going faster and had to slow suddenly.
Now reverse the entire scenario. Bike gets in the way at roundabout, or car emerges a bit soon then bike ahead still, slows and car arrives closely behind and slows late.
We have a situation here of the ability of some cyclists to complain at either set of circumstances. Solely because of their greater exposure to harm. Much of this video demonstrated ways to avoid those harms.
It's an observation. There are loads of complaining clips out there as I have described. But very few that demonstrated caution and/or early action on the behalf of a cyclist that could often already see it all going wrong. If cars are the enemy, then great caution, even if it is entirely legitimate, in doing the unexpected is surely warranted from any road user.
The blue Audi was already on the roundabout and 'Give Way to the Right' however knobber cyclist rides right over the give way lines onto the roundabout, regardless. This could startle the car and they may brake harshly thinking they might collide. Audi had right of way, cyclist jumped the give way lines.
Why was not filtering a good decision @1:40. You need to give more explanations for your statements.
Several clips from near here (Richmond Hill, Richmond town centre, Kingston-Hampton Court, Twickenham, Sheen, Teddingtom, Hampton, Thames Ditton…). So nearly all these areas are very familiar. Good cycling.
But why did your viewer not include any footage from inside Richmond Park? Could it be because cyclists tend to cause lots of problems there: overtaking (20mph) cars - often very close and/or into oncoming traffic, undertaking, not stopping for pedestrians. It goes on. Strange omissions. Coincidence perhaps?
Possibly put a bit too much pressure on that elderly woman on the croasing. He should wait for her to finish crossing
Yeah but he is a cyclist. It was a miracle he stopped at all and you expect him to wait a few more seconds :o)
Would be an immedaite fail on a motorbike or car exam, but cyclists are a law unto themselves.
@@wibbley1 Cyclists must give way to pedestrians.
@@ChrisPatrick-q6k yeah, tell that to the cyclists :o)
Good luck :o)
@@wibbley1 I'm a cyclist, if I see one of my fellow metal sticks and wire wheels fan riding like that I shout at them..
I think cyclists having priority to prevent left-hooks could be dangerous if 100% of road users don't know about it.
If I'm in a cycle lane I think I'll always give priority to a car turning left unless they come to a dead stop to give me priority. It just feels unnatural and against instinct to take priority in that situation but maybe I'm overly cautious.
As soon as I was taught to ride a bike I was told never ride up the inside of a lorry or a car that could be turning left etc.
As a cyclist, you wouldn't try and take priority in that situation. Only if the cycle lane continues across the junction would you properly have priority to continue straight ahead. That was just a narrow filter lane to an ASL box.
A lot of drivers never use their nearside door mirror at all, hence cyclists being left hooked. 'I didn't see him/her' should really read 'I never looked'.
Yeah but the roads are more like in a third world country now. Mopeds and scooters carving up other motorists without a care. Cyclists want all the taking and none of the giving.
It is nonsense that a bike barrelling down the inside has priority over another turning left. Cycle lanes need give way markings at side streets.
I was taught to filter at no more than 5mph above that of the traffic. If the traffic was stationary, my speed should be no more than 5mph. But alas these L plate mopeds and bikes without even a CBT charge around without a thought for themselves or the paintwork of others cars.
@@michaelgurd7477 Often knobber on two wheels is going so fast that they are not visible in the mirror. Driver cannot constantly stare into the mirror looking for said knobber. As Ashley says, one has to look into the road one is turning into, as well as look out for pedestrians stepping off the pavement.
What if somebody stepped out from between the stationary cars. Could bike stop? No. well they are cycing too fast past stationary traffic.
I can skip my blood pressure pills today
6:30 that's not a left hook! There's no cycle lane across the junction and the car didn't overtake the cyclist before turning left.
If all cyclists drove like this, I bet 95% of accidents and road rage could be avoided.
Blimey a cyclist other than me who stops at red lights 😊 would also add at the shared pavement due to the school turning out id have walked through much safer with play happy kids
0:40 I think the cyclist's positioning didn't help - they should be riding in the centre of the lane to make themself as visible as possible.
Well done to the cyclist. But, it has to be stated, I've yet to come across such a cyclist in my life. Sensible riding is rare, but arrogant, ignorant, foolish, and stupid riding is the usual norm. For every sensible cyclist I see, I come across fifty, maybe hundred who are the total opposite.
Drivers, please pay more attention to cycle lanes and stay out of them. I know they rarely have cyclists in them, but when you are the cyclist it’s frustrating when they’re ignored. Sure, use them if you have to (and check before you do) but if you don’t then please stay out.
I kind of wonder what society has come to when this behaviour isn't the norm or at least the majority thinking - well done that cyclist - shame other members of the general public can't display the same courtesy to those around them...
I give cyclists 2m of room; they give me a few inches.
Plenty of opportunities there for a well-known cycling tv presenter to do a lot of shouting and arguing!
Good job you did not name him. 10k was awarded today to a certain well known tv presenter, who also may or not ride a bike.
@@wibbley1 Yes, I thought that first! 🙂
So, you are saying it is ok for cyclists to break the law, crossing a solid white line, you will be saying it is safe for them to jump a red light!
if you ride for an aggregate total of nearly 10 minutes without attempting to run down a pedestrian or haranguing a car for your own aggressive riding, can you even call yourself a cyclist?
Great video but I think you are banging your head against the proverbial brick wall . Every cammer has thousands of hours cyclists doing it all wrong .
If this was Jeremy Vine it would be full of narcissistic rantings…
Awful!