Comments on: Enschede – a pioneer for cycling

By: yambu

yambu — Wed, 15 Jul 2015 03:22:00 +0000

In reply to Adam Lines. I believe that's red-colored asphalt, not paint.

By: Adam Lines

Adam Lines — Fri, 26 Jun 2015 08:39:39 +0000

I’d have to say one of the best things judging by the photos would be the continuous coat of red paint on the cycleway. Here in Christchurch, green paint chip is usually on the approaches to the intersections, where the Netherlands have the paint across the intersection along with other markings.

Also, that cycle counter is pretty cool- I’d like to see one on the new Uni-Cycle route on Matai Street!

By: Cyclomaniac

Cyclomaniac — Fri, 26 Jun 2015 08:33:38 +0000

I really like the cycle highways…with improved cycle infrastructure in the city centre and from the suburbs to the city centre, cycling should become a more attractive and safer option for most townies. But what about if you live in West Melton, Rolleston or Kaiapoi land like to commute to Christchurch by bike? Although I know some people who live there and bike into town now and then, for most people this would not be an option. Cycle highways make this journey more feasible with less stops, separation from motor traffic and smooth asphalt.

YouTube video of a cycling highway in the north of Holland (Almere)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eUTHljwWzDA