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One In Four Wellington Cyclists Dangerously Under-Lit

Posted by: Melissa_Theuriau
Wednesday 2nd July 08
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The winter months are well and truly here, and many cyclists are commuting to and from work in the dark. Unfortunately not all cyclists are using adequate lighting and reflective gear- placing themselves and other road users in danger.

Over the past three weeks, Council road safety officers and Police have been stopping cyclists throughout the city to discuss visibility issues and enforce Road Code requirements. They stopped more than 400 cyclists and found one in four were riding dangerously under-lit bicycles.

The Council's Urban Development and Transport Portfolio Leader, Councillor Andy Foster, says the results of the exercise are worrying.

"In spite of the obvious risks, cyclists are still putting themselves in danger by riding without lights. Cyclists should value their own safety and that of others. One in four of those stopped by Police were riding poorly lit bicycles, making it very difficult for them to be seen by drivers."

"It's just plain common sense for every cyclist to 'light up and be seen' during the gloomy days and dark nights of our Wellington winter. Clearly not all cyclists have got the message and our road safety officers and Police will be continuing with their enforcement efforts over the coming weeks. To help people be safe and seen we are offering vouchers with a 20 percent discount on cycle lights and reflective gear."

If you are in Wellington, need a bike light, and would like a voucher offering a 20% discount on lights and reflective gear, please call the Council on 499 4444.

From the e.CAN 163 newsletter - http://www.can.org.nz

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