125 responses so, have your say.

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Paul

Yes, cars are by far the biggest problem and more dedicated cycle lanes, paths, and routes would make getting to work much easier and safer.

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Tom

There is a requirement for a suitable network of cycle lanes/paths within bristol. Where possible this should be independent of roads, such that the cyclist feels safe. Furthermore, hefty fines and charges should be introduced to ensure that cycle lanes currently on roads are not blocked through deliveries - as this leads to a far more dangerous enviroment to both cycle and drive in. More should be done to allow this city to live up to its so called cycling city name. Though there have been many improvements recently, there is a long way to go to change the method of transport to tend to cycling and walking for travel within the city.

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abbie

yes, because it is safer and it helps the environment

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Rosie Hatfield

I think that in Stockwood there should be more bike lanes near the school

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Lyddie

I definately would if I went to work but I am 12 so I still go to school at the moment. It would depend on what job you do, because some involve heavy bags and things like that. If my job was reasonably close by, and didn't involve carrying a lot of things then I definately would consider it.

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elle

roads need to be safer with more cycle lanes! what have they done with the money from bristol becoming the "cycling city" - that's what i would like to know

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jane

no, because the roads are to dangerous!

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chrus

yes, if it was easier and if it was safer from fast reckless drivers

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Asia

Yes, if they made the roads more safer for cyclists.

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JASPER

no, because it would take too long

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Sam

Yes, because it would not effect the enviroment and you would be doing some exercise in the morning and evening.

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Maddy

Yes, I would, but only ifthey made it safer. There are so many road accidents these days, and i don't wan't to be part of them

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Rosie age 8

yes, i think bikes are really nice, i would say that we should have more bike lanes near schools so people can ride to school

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KATE

I think the bikes are good because you didnt have to travel or get stuck in traffic :-)

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louie plant

definitely if the roads were wider

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GARY

I ALREADY CYCLE TO WORK BUT IT IS HIGHLY DANGEROUS ON BUSY ROADS

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louis

I think people should travel more by bike, but it is dangerous on the roads, so I think more bike lanes should be built.

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adam

no - just too far and too dangerous

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Courtney

If it was sunny

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kayleigh maggs

no, because i find it unsafe, advanced cyclists make you feel unworthy of riding on the road :-)

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a person aged 11

i think towns and cities with high congestion should take on from denmark and have cycling lanes physically seperate from the roads and are spread around the area everywhere so cycling to any destination is a worthwhile and useful activity.

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julia

if it saves money and stops the air from being polluted them definetley plus I love ridin my bike!

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dan

get rid of the hills!

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Laurie

I cycle to work much of the time, but mainly during the summer months. It keeps me fit and I am in a better frame of mind at the end of my journey than if I had travelled by car. I would cycle more of the time if there were less cars on the roads, and there would be less cars on the roads if more people cycle, so I would only encourage it. Yes, the roads are dangerous, and you do have to be careful and obey the highway code, but remember that cyclists have as much right to the road as car drivers.

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Zenobiusz

Nie, rowerowanie jest glupie.

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pete

yes, but it is twelve miles

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bec

no, my journey is too long

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Mark

Arriving at work, fitter, healthier and with a smug grin on my face having past lines and lines of traffic at a standstill... Yes!

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EDWINA

YES, WHEN IT'S WARMER!

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FRED WATKIN

YES, IF I HAD AN ELECTRIC BIKE

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David from london

my bike is wonderful and i'm always out and about on it. i think that everyone should consider using bikes!

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ANNA WALTERS

If I worked in Bristol absolutely, it keeps you fit, it's quicker and it cuts down on rush hour traffic - get on your bike!

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ELEANOR aged 11

I LIKE THE IDEA OF RENTING OUT BIKES FOR FREE FOR PEOPLE WHO CAN'T AFFORD THEM

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molly

if they made the cycle paths less confusing and safer

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anna

Yes, because cars polute the earth!

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Benjamin

yes, I think bikes are cool and I also think that the council should improve cycle lanes

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lucy brooks

yes, it is much better for the enviroment and there wouldn't be so many cars if everybody cycled on a bike not a motor bike

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richard willson

yes, but as a tree surgeon it would be tricky

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Ian

Yes because it is healthier and cheaper.

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Paula

no - too far!

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helen

if cars did not park in cycle lanes!

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Amber

Yes, but I cycle on the pavement because the roads are not safe and I am eight!

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CHLOE

YES, IF I COULD RIDE A BIKE

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Ewan

bikes are the best thing that happend to bristol

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claire jones

yes as i enjoy cycling but live too far away from my work to do so. also needs to be safer.

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rebs

yes, because i would like a better world :-)

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Lucy

Yes, if there were more cycle lanes.

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Abbe

Nope, too far and not enough cycling lanes

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EMILKA OLIWIA

I WOULD LOVE TO! BUT FIRST THEY SHOULD MAKE IT SAFER

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lilly parker xx :-)

yes, if they made it safer by getting more bike lanes

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Aidan

yes most definitely, because it's way greener than cars

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oliver

no, i would go in the car

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sam

no, i'd rather go on the bendy bus

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Ross

Yes. Its the most efficient, fun, healthy and inexpensive means. There needs to be more education on how you might go about doing this. It can't be expected that cycle lanes will just appear everywhere. It is no less safe riding your bike on the roads than driving a car if you know what you are doing and your bicycle is properly maintained and set up. Many people find it a struggle because they have not considered this. Keep riding, it will only get easier!

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Fi

Yes, I do. It would be great to improve the safety aspects of cycling around the city, such as more cycle lanes and challenging the sometimes negative attitude and driving style by drivers.

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alice

yes because it would keep the air clearner and you would stay fit and healthy.

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amy

yes, it keeps you fit and is good for the environment.

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matt

yes, if the cycle lanes were safer to ride in :-)

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Matilda

I would cycle but I find it easier to walk.

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Chloe

I would cycle to school on some days to help the environment, but I do feel that riding on the road can be very dangerous

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Philippa

Well my dad does and it keeps you fit, so yeah.

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jasmin

i would love to ride my bike to school if there were more zebra crossings

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alexandra

yes, because you have more time to look at things at your own pace

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Amelia

No, too hilly and too dangerous

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bella

yes, as it saves money and fuel.

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deb

yes, if there were cycle lanes on all roads

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hannah

yes if the paths weren't bumpy

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CAITLIN

ALREADY DO, ITS THE BEST WAY TO TRAVEL. JUST BE CAREFUL ON GLOUCHESTER ROAD!

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amy

yes, if there were more dedicated cycle routes away from other vehicles. then I would feel safer :-)

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gregory

yes, so i can get fitter

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LOUIS

YES, YOU DONT HAVE TO PAY FOR PETROL OR SPEEDING! £££

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HOLLY

NO, BECAUSE THE MAIN ROADS ARE DANGEROUS.

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ASHLEIGH

I WOULD CONSIDER CYCLING TO WORK IF THEY MADE THE ROADS SAFER TO USE AND HAD MORE CYCLE LANES AROUND THE AREA THAT I WAS GOING TO

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OLIVIA FROM STREET

YES, I THINK THAT I WOULD PERSUADE OTHERS TO AND THERE WOULD BE LESS POLUTION FROM CARS, BUT I PROBABLY WOULDNT RIDE A PENNYFARTHING!

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Paul

Yes, most of the time i am quicker than a car through the traffic

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Gemma

No, round where I live there arent any pedestrian paths into town let alone any cycle paths. If it was safer than I might consder it.

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emily

yes, because it is more eco friendly and nicer than going in a car but it needs to be safer

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April Nickells

yes, but it depends how far it was and how safe

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Thuba Mpofu:-)

yes, but only if there were more cycle lanes in bristol.

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martha

yes, if wasn't 20 miles each way or something like that!

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beth

yeaah i like riding around but you can't trust car drivers

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Charlotte Bridge

if they made the cycle lanes safer yes :-)

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jasmine

yes, it's great fun, improves fitness, is eco friendly and a good way to make new friends.

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jon

yes i do - on an electric bike which is great for the hills

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Carla

No, too many hills to cycle up on the way home and no safe cycle route.

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finley

yes because it dosent cause polution

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Peri

i love to cycle... it makes a nice change. i could never do it on a penny farthing though!

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Rory Taylor

Yes as it is more eco friendly and better than cars as it does not give off carbon dioxide and Co2 gas. And the cycle lanes should be made bigger and in general be a lot more careful cycling on a road.

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David G-H

Yes, though better bike lanes and rights (permission to run red lights, go up one-way streets etc) would be appreciated.

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STEVO

I cycle to work every day from Clifton to Southville. I love it and am a complete convert!

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Claudia

I would love to cycle to school but the roads are too busy!

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Troy

Cycling is a good and quicker way of transport, but I only wish that cyclists would realise they are the most vunerable and unstable road users, so they need to follow the highway code.

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isabel & emily

yes, it's good for the earth

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JOE

I ALREADY DO. MORE CYLE LANES PLEASE.

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Neave

yes, but someplaces there aren't any cycle lanes, so it would be dangerous

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jaz

i would happily ride on a thanet bike, but not on a penny farthing

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sophie

yes, if the roads were safe

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fred

yes, better cycle lanes needed which are also safe for children

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megz

yes, if there was less traffic on the road :-)

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joseph

of course

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Emily xx

i would beausse it is more exercise but there is a high risk of being hit by a car and very scary riving on the roads nowadays tbh !!!!!! :-) Lol!! x

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immy

i love cycling but it is not very safe to cycle on the road

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Helen

Yes but cars and buses don't want me to.

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jack

i would go on my bmx

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Adam

It would keep you healthy and active. Recent laws have made it safer to do so.

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Ruby

Yes i would love to cycle to work but i cant afford a bike x

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will black

i have. its great. i'll do it again.

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Holly

yes and i do

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katie

i like bikes but i don't trust the cars around me! but i'd risk it if it's not raining.

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Lee L

I cycle now......ban cars!

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Kate Halahan

I love cycling to work but the cycle paths need to be improved

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Lily

I would, if the roads were safer and less busy.

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Matthew

Yes, if they got rid of all the cars.

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Les

I work to cycle I don't cycle to work.

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Adam Robinson

Yes, It is good for the environment.

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Bebby

yes, i already do:-) cycling is fun and a great exercise:-) tehe lol

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r

yes, i cycle regulaly into town an since getting an electric bike it has been made even more enjoyable!

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Rowena Sutcliffe

No as I do lots of walking including walking to work.

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Tiegan Smith

I would if there were special bike lanes and short cuts

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Sarah Mosley

Yes it's a healthy alternative to the car

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ann k

not under any circumstances! too dangerous in my opinion.

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helena p

on a normal bike yes but never on a penny farthing!

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yr

they are a good way to save the environment

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Rory

Yes, just make the cycle lanes better!

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andy

yes, if they made it safer