Linthorpe Road Cycle Lane

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Here is the Council Press Release about the work currently along Linthorpe Road in Middlesbrough..


The first phase of works to create a quick and safe cycle route into the heart of Middlesbrough is set for completion.

The new route will eventually run from the town centre along Linthorpe Road and on to Acklam and link into sections of the Tees Valley cycling and walking network that have recently been delivered, which provide onward links to Thornaby and Stockton.

The improvements have been given funded from the Department for Transport and from TVCA’s Transforming Cities Fund.

Phase 1 of the scheme will link Borough Road to Ayresome Street through a mix of protected space for cycling on the highway, and improved road crossings for cyclists and pedestrians and is expected to be completed in September this year.

This scheme will help to:
  • Improve safety
  • Create a more pedestrian-friendly route
  • Support the local economy
  • Improve accessibility to local retail, leisure, and services
  • Reduce congestion, improving air quality and the local environment
  • Improve the public realm
  • Improve public health by reducing pollution
  • Create an environment where people can travel actively
  • Show a commitment to the government's aim of significantly increasing cycling levels
At a later date phase two delivery will take this further by extending the route from Ayresome Street to Devonshire Road.

Both phases will deliver improvements through a mix of protected space for cycling on the highway, improved road crossings for cyclists and pedestrians and quieter back streets.

During the phase one works during the summer months, normal on-site working hours will be between 8am and 6pm, Monday to Friday, with some twilight working (7pm-12am) where necessary. Any road closures will be kept to an absolute minimum. It is anticipated that two way traffic flow, and full access to premises and properties will be maintained at all times.

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Im sure the 3 cyclists who already use it and the 7 who think about it but never will appreciate all the time, money & effort put into this waste of time.

Yes Rob I'm straight in with a negative comment but it's an absolute farce that anyone will be hard pushed to defend.

Why didn't the council have the courage of their convictions and do as they originally intended rather than a half baked compromise?

Why dont the council address the real issues?

ie too much traffic, not enough parking, people parking where ever they like without fear of being pulled up, the fact that all the traffic in town stops every time a bus pulls over, the list is endless.
 
DCI_Gene_Hunt said:
Im sure the 3 cyclists who already use it and the 7 who think about it but never will appreciate all the time, money & effort put into this waste of time.

Yes Rob I'm straight in with a negative comment but it's an absolute farce that anyone will be hard pushed to defend.

Why didn't the council have the courage of their convictions and do as they originally intended rather than a half baked compromise?

Why dont the council address the real issues?

ie too much traffic, not enough parking, people parking where ever they like without fear of being pulled up, the fact that all the traffic in town stops every time a bus pulls over, the list is endless.
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"ie too much traffic,
not enough parking,
people parking where ever they like without fear of being pulled up,
the fact that all the traffic in town stops every time a bus pulls over,
the list is endless."

Do drivers have to be told how to drive and how to not break the law.
Where do you suggest they park?
Why not leave the car at home and walk, ride or catch a bus?
How do you resolve the "Marton Crawl" by building another Car Park in the town centre?
Do drivers need to have restrictions on parking read to them or cant they read?
If you cant see double yellow lines, block entrances and park on the pavement - you need to reread the highway code and have your car taken away and crushed.
Should we get rid of public transport so your car can clog up the roads more quickly?
A bus can carry up to 90 people - should they be told to use the cycle lane or walk so`s not to "inconvenience" the driver of his/her little car?
 
r00fie1 said:
"ie too much traffic,
not enough parking,
people parking where ever they like without fear of being pulled up,
the fact that all the traffic in town stops every time a bus pulls over,
the list is endless."

Do drivers have to be told how to drive and how to not break the law.
Where do you suggest they park?
Why not leave the car at home and walk, ride or catch a bus?
How do you resolve the "Marton Crawl" by building another Car Park in the town centre?
Do drivers need to have restrictions on parking read to them or cant they read?
If you cant see double yellow lines, block entrances and park on the pavement - you need to reread the highway code and have your car taken away and crushed.
Should we get rid of public transport so your car can clog up the roads more quickly?
A bus can carry up to 90 people - should they be told to use the cycle lane or walk so`s not to "inconvenience" the driver of his/her little car?
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As I said tackle the real issues.

People know how to park but choose not to - nothing I can do about that. Why not offer some solutions yourself?
 
DCI_Gene_Hunt said:
As I said tackle the real issues.

People know how to park but choose not to - nothing I can do about that. Why not offer some solutions yourself?
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The "real issues" are the mind set which puts the car at the centre of daily life.
Changing that mind set is where it starts.
If you need to go into town, catch a bus or a train or use an e-bike.
If you want "authority" to chase offending drivers - employ a private company, who get paid according to how many offenders they catch and prosecute.
They will be there like flies round **** if a motorist breaks the law, parking restrictions, etc.
Drivers may then learn to "think".
At £1:80 a litre I would have thought that would be a big enough incentive to rethink car use(y)
 
plenty cycle round that area with trackies tucked into their socks, I am sure they will be appreciative of the new trafficking lane.
 
r00fie1 said:
The "real issues" are the mind set which puts the car at the centre of daily life.
Changing that mind set is where it starts.
If you need to go into town, catch a bus or a train or use an e-bike.
If you want "authority" to chase offending drivers - employ a private company, who get paid according to how many offenders they catch and prosecute.
They will be there like flies round **** if a motorist breaks the law, parking restrictions, etc.
Drivers may then learn to "think".
At £1:80 a litre I would have thought that would be a big enough incentive to rethink car use(y)
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Good luck leaving a bike in the town centre
 
That cycle lane looks well configured and is exactly what local authorities should be looking to do, invest in sustainable transport.

Companies need to take the lead too. My work in central Manchester has showers and a well fitted out and secure cycle parking area. I imagine you're not surprised to hear that it's full, daily.

Cars should take priority over no other form of transport.
 
Tryasize10 said:
That cycle lane looks well configured and is exactly what local authorities should be looking to do, invest in sustainable transport.

Companies need to take the lead too. My work in central Manchester has showers and a well fitted out and secure cycle parking area. I imagine you're not surprised to hear that it's full, daily.

Cars should take priority over no other form of transport.
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Neither should cycles.
 
Linny said:
The people who slag Teesside off are the same ones who criticise and belittle any attempts at improvement, whilst doing bot all about it themselves.

It’s easy to snipe from the sidelines.
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I'm a cyclist and used to work in the town centre and I wouldn't cycle into the town centre. Where does your bike go when you get there? You can't cycle down the main strip once you make it to the town centre as it is pedestrianised, so where do you take your bike?
 
ThatFragranceGuy said:
I'm a cyclist and used to work in the town centre and I wouldn't cycle into the town centre. Where does your bike go when you get there? You can't cycle down the main strip once you make it to the town centre as it is pedestrianised, so where do you take your bike?
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Good points - i think there is a safe cycle parking at a shop in the Bus Station. But you are right it has to be joined up thinking not just joined up (funded) cycle lanes.
Maybe we can find out if these points have been factored in the greater plan.
 
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