George Weeks and Elise Copeland from the Auckland Design Office suggested this short (~4 minute) film from John Parkin, Professor of Engineering at the University of the West of England.
The film explains (using objective engineering principles) of why it is sensible to provide dedicated, separated space for foot and cycle traffic.
It makes such good sense.
Click here to see it The Separation of Cyclists and Pedestrians
Living Streets Aotearoa is the New Zealand organisation for people on foot, promoting walking-friendly communities. We are a nationwide organisation with local branches and affiliates throughout New Zealand.
We want more people walking and enjoying public spaces be they young or old, fast or slow, whether walking, sitting, commuting, shopping, between appointments, or out on the streets for exercise, for leisure or for pleasure.
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Separation
A clear video about why relaxed walking and enjoyable efficient cycling need separaion from each other as well as from motorised traffic.