At Cycling Solutions we believe very strongly that cycling is a totally viable, healthy and environmentally friendly form of transport, we also believe it’s our duty to support relevant cycling initiatives, defend cyclist’s rights and generally do our bit to make sure the cyclist’s point of view is always expressed and is heard when needed.

Although there are many channels where this happens, the main ones that form part of Cycling Solutions activity are:

• Merseyside Cycling Campaign
  The MCC is the local body that makes sure the interests of cyclists are given a clear and consistent voice on Merseyside and its members get involved in everything from cleaning up local cycle routes and providing specially designed maps to local cycle-friendly routes, all the way to influencing local traffic planning. Both Colin Langdon and Neil Kay have been involved in running the MCC in the past and continue to be supporting members. You can read more about the MCC here.
• The Integrated Transport Forum
  Most regions have their own version of the ITF, a consultative body for the Local Transport Plan. It’s populated by representatives from local transport operators, local council, highways agencies and other government and business departments, as well as representation from local interest groups. Colin Langdon is a regular attender at local ITF meetings.
• Cyclists Defence Fund
  This organisation was set up by the CTC in 2001 in response to a high profile case in which an insurance company effectively attempted to sue a 9-yr-old cyclist (via his parents) who suffered brain damage when he was hit by a motorist.
  Colin Langdon also sits on the CDF board and their role is to provide support to cyclists who are involved in legal action in cases where the outcome might damage or hinder the rights of cyclists. You can find out more at their website here.

We can offer advice and help on tour routes and local rides, holidays and even places to stay and to eat – just get in touch and we’ll help where we can and point you in the right direction.

NOTE: Cycling Solutions is not responsible for the content of other websites.

Additional Links

• The Cyclists’ Touring Club – www.ctc.org.uk
  The UK’s oldest and most established organisation for promoting cyclists rights (touring is only a small part of the role!). It is separate from all government bodies and is funded mainly by its members, so has only the interests of its members at heart. They offer full 3rd-party insurance, equipment discounts and other bonuses for members.
• Bike For All – www.bikeforall.net
  Good website for a wide range of information, articles and news on cycling and cycling-related issues.
• Cycling England – www.cyclingengland.co.uk
  This is a body that is government sponsored to promote cycling for all purposes across the country and provides funding across the country for cycling and cycling-related initiatives.
• Stop At Red Campaign – www.stopatred.org
  Online petition and description of a campaign to clamp down on the number of people on bikes who jump or ignore red traffic lights, thus placing themselves and other road users and pedestrians at higher risk.