[bikeqld] Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport : Riding with the sharks: Serious leisure cyclist's perceptions of sharing the road with motorists

[Richard Hockey]

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Abstract

As serious leisure cyclists increase their presence on Australian public
roads, there have been reports within the popular and mainstream
literature of a growing tension between these cyclists and other road
users. Until now, there has been limited research exploring the
relationship between serious leisure cyclists and other road users as it
pertains to issues of safety and motivations to cycle for leisure. This
mixed methods research provides insights into a particular cohort of
serious leisure cyclists and their experiences of sharing the roads with
motorists. Analysis reveals a range of concerns amongst this sub-group,
mediated by factors such as age, experience and environment. The paper
calls for a differential focus on sub-groups of cyclists when
considering policy formation, regulation and safe provision for cyclists
on roads.

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