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3.5 Cyclists’ trip types and requirements For the purposes of cycle planning, cyclist trip types can be grouped into: neighbourhood cycling commuter cycling sports adults recreation cycling touring cycling. 3.5.1 Neighbourhood cycling Most neighbourhood cycling involves trips to local schools and shops, and children playing on their bikes. Cyclist provision should therefore be based mostly around the needs of novices. Speeds are typically lower than 15 km/h. However, busy roads and short lengths of the primary cycle network may still need to be crossed to get to local destinations, and many potential destinations are along well trafficked arterial roads. The highest priority is ensuring a safe environment for children and novices in their local streets and around shops and schools. These cyclists prefer: • the highest degree of safety • comfort and personal security • low traffic speeds and traffic volumes • a good separation from traffic when local destinations require them to travel busy roads • minimal gradients • facilities for crossing busy roads, such as traffic signals • secure parking at destinations • good lighting for evening trips • screening from weather and wind integrated with the surrounding landscape design. 3.5.2 Commuter cycling Most commuter trips are done by high school students or adults commuting to work and tertiary education. However, for the purpose of this guide they include any longer-distance utility trip. For most of their length these trips are on arterial roads or other primary cycle routes. Regular commuters generally ride at speeds of 20 to 30 km/h. The New Zealand Travel Survey 1997/98 (LTSA, 2000) indicates the median trip length for commuting cyclists is about five km. Most will choose a faster route at the expense of higher perceived safety, comfort and attractiveness. They are the main users of the primary cycle network. It is important to note that designs based on ensuring the repeat business of current, more experienced commuters may not attract new users with less confidence. As far as practical, across-town cycle facilities should cater for cyclists of basic competence, while maintaining the qualities valued by more experienced commuters. 18
These cyclists prefer: • high-quality road surfaces • direct and coherent routes • minimal delays • facilities that give them their own space • intersections that minimise conflicts with other traffic • good lighting for evening trips • secure parking at or very close to destinations • facilities for changing clothes, lockers and showers. 3.5.3 Sports adults Sports adults often travel at speeds higher than 30 km/h. They are confident cyclists and prepared to claim their road space. They generally cycle over long distances, mainly along urban arterial or rural roads, and may seek challenging terrain. They often travel in groups of two or more and like to ride two abreast. These cyclists prefer: • high-quality road surfaces • minimal delays • physically challenging routes and demanding gradients • generous road widths. 3.5.4 Recreation cycling Recreation cyclists ride mainly for leisure and place a high value on enjoying the experience. They are usually less constrained by time and vary widely in skill and experience. Popular recreation cycling destinations include routes along rivers, coasts and reserves, as well as attractive routes with low traffic volume and speed. These cyclists prefer: • comfort • good surfaces • minimal gradients • a high degree of safety and personal security • routes that are pleasant, attractive and interesting • screening from weather and wind • parking facilities where they dismount to use facilities or visit attractions on the journey. 3.5.5 Touring cycling Touring cyclists travel long distances carrying camping gear and provisions. They are often experienced and travel in pairs or groups. These cyclists prefer: • routes that are, or lead to, pleasant, attractive and interesting locations • generous roadside shoulders • high-quality road surfaces, although some may seek journeys on lightly trafficked back roads. • rest areas — water, toilets, shelter. 19
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