Club Cyclists, why are they so ignorant?

Why cyclists? Why can't you just think for a moment about other people?

This is a letter published in the Sept/Oct 2013 British Horse magazine.

The club cyclists are oblivious of horses on the road in my area too, they need to learn some manners and to learn the rules of not only the highway, but of the British Cycling Club too.

W B Tait, call Bob Brayshaw, he is the Cylcing Club Chairman and a police officer.

After tirelessly campaigning for better understanding on the roads, these guys just want to cycle as fast as they can regardless of who or what is in their way.  its just plain dangerous.

recognise anyone?

NOVEMBER 'HORSE' MAGAZINE:
...look closely...recognise anyone?

...yes! me riding Henry, so stunning, and John on his bike! (he's not bad either)...remember the day? ...of course below is Tom, so gorgeous.

Safe Bridleway Riding 2012

ANOTHER MILESTONE FOR SAFETY:

Whilst I have been busy with my other blog: tomandhenry.blogspot.com.  things have been happening on the safe riding front.

New Safety for Riders and Cyclists initative in certain parts of the country will have a positive effect on our interaction with each other when we share our open spaces. This one featured in Your Horse this month highlights a partnership for safety between the Forestry Commission of Wales and The British Horse Society - well done!!!

All it takes is some breathing space, stopping, chatting and understanding.

I still have large groups of club cyclists tearing down my lane, but now they slow down, keep quiet and are generally respectful.  And of course the more pleasant encounters Tom & Henry have with these bikes, the happier they will be meeting them.