6 February 2013

Van clocks recumbent cyclist on Anzac Parade

6 February 2013 | By johnboy

ACT Policing’s Collision Investigation and Reconstruction Team are investigating a collision between a recumbent cyclist and a van earlier this morning (Wednesday, February 5).

Around 7.30am, the recumbent cyclist was struck by a van at the intersection of Anzac Parade and Blamey Crescent, Campbell.

The cyclist, a 47 year-old man from Pearce, was conveyed by ACT Ambulance to The Canberra Hospital suffering rib and abrasion injuries. Police diverted traffic during the incident.

ACT Policing’s Collision Investigation and Reconstruction Team are currently investigating the incident.

Any witnesses to the collision who have not yet spoken to police are urged to contact ACT Policing Operations on 131-444. Alternatively, they can call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or via www.act.crimestoppers.com.au.

[Courtesy ACT Policing]

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tim_c2:40 pm 08 Feb 13

melon1234 said :

Wouldn’t surprise me if it was this guy

http://youtu.be/ZufNmJIlVsE?t=25s

I’ve seen that guy fly across in front of my handlebars just like he did to you – except it was at the other end of the day, and the other end of Kingston.

I don’t know why people think encumbrance bicycles are better – I’ve yet to be overtaken by someone using one, and I’ve overtaken plenty myself. And I ride a mountainbike and wear normal (ie. non-lycra) clothing!

Jono9:47 am 08 Feb 13

bundah said :

I have to say that apart from the recumbents i find it amazing and bloody irresponsible that the odd parent or two are prepared to take the risk of riding on busy roads with a bike trailer occupied by a child barely a year old.Absolute lunacy!

A year or two ago, there was a moron who used to ride on Yarra Glen/Adelaide Avenue towards Civic, with a very young child attached to his back. Apart from the fact that it was illegal, it doesn’t take much to work out what would have happened if he’d had any sort of accident.

bundah9:10 am 08 Feb 13

I have to say that apart from the recumbents i find it amazing and bloody irresponsible that the odd parent or two are prepared to take the risk of riding on busy roads with a bike trailer occupied by a child barely a year old.Absolute lunacy!

Pork Hunt7:55 am 08 Feb 13

Solidarity said :

johnboy said :

I’m not so sure about the visibility argument.

In almost every circumstance the car will overtake the cyclist on the right, giving plenty of time to see them if, frankly, in any sort of state to be driving.

Coming full tilt down a mad hill I’d agree the cyclist should, like anyone, not go sitting in blind spots.

Anzac Parade is a tricky one though, it’s possible the cyclist really was undertaking if coming down the hill there. If so they really should have been anticipating left hand turning traffic.

I’m not talking about who is at fault in any situation.

If you’re the venerable one, you need to take every step you can to ensure you stand out and are noticed. Why would you put your life in somebody elses hands?

Now that I’ve hit the big 50, I must be venerable too…

Jono7:37 am 08 Feb 13

I’ve often wondered when I see recumbents in traffic, how much vision of the traffic they lose from being down so low. On a normal bike, the rider can see over the cars, or at least through their windows to be aware of what’s going on around them – presumably you lose a lot of that capacity on a recumbent.

I understand why some people need to ride them, and I’m a dedicated bike rider. And I’d certainly give one a go, but only on the shared paths.

Comic_and_Gamer_Nerd11:11 pm 07 Feb 13

Brandi said :

Much as I hate defending them, mainly on the basis of their beards and 1960s eyewear, recumbent cyclists are no less visible than a child on a BMX or a person in a wheelchair crossing the road.

All too often I hear this nonsense about “such and such is a deathtrap, these people must be suicidal”. It’s actually motorists, and the dynamic of driving inside a big metal box at high speed. “Sorry, I didn’t see you mate” is code for “S***, I wasn’t looking”. Slow down and use your eyes.

Not real bright, huh? Or just got a grudge against motorists?

Using your same logic, how about I just go and lie down across hindmarsh drive, wearing all black in the midddle of night except for a orange flag on my tummy then say its your fault for running me over dead.

Halfwit..l

LSWCHP10:42 pm 07 Feb 13

Brandi said :

It’s actually motorists, and the dynamic of driving inside a big metal box at high speed. “Sorry, I didn’t see you mate” is code for “S***, I wasn’t looking”. Slow down and use your eyes.

Generally I think you’re right. But not in the case of recumbent bicycles.

Rollersk8r12:11 pm 07 Feb 13

Sorry to hear the bloke was hurt – but as a cyclist I don’t think recumbents should be on the road. Too low to be seen by cars, too slow for other cyclists and near impossible to safely overtake.

thebrownstreak6912:07 pm 07 Feb 13

Brandi said :

Much as I hate defending them, mainly on the basis of their beards and 1960s eyewear, recumbent cyclists are no less visible than a child on a BMX or a person in a wheelchair crossing the road.

All too often I hear this nonsense about “such and such is a deathtrap, these people must be suicidal”. It’s actually motorists, and the dynamic of driving inside a big metal box at high speed. “Sorry, I didn’t see you mate” is code for “S***, I wasn’t looking”. Slow down and use your eyes.

I like people riding bikes.

It’s a win win situation. Less cars, less congestion, more car parks, cleaner air, etc.

However, riding a recumbent in traffic is one of the more stupider things I can think of. A tiny orange flag in a sea of movement, colour and noise just doesn’t cut it. Sky diving seems safe in comparison.

Great post.

Holden Caulfield12:01 pm 07 Feb 13

Kim F said :

I used to ride a 3 wheeler recumbent – loved it on the bike paths, avoided the road like the plague – never felt safe. I was once waiting to cross the road at a crossing when a big friendly dog ambled up and was looking down at me and dribbling 🙂

Was going to say a Mitsubishi Mirage driver, but you said she was friendly.