Bicycle user group

A bicycle user group (BUG) is a group set up to promote cycling issues in, for example, a place of employment or a local government area. The user group might be part of or affiliated with a bigger cycling organization representing cyclists' interests at city or state level.

Activities

For example, the group may lobby employers or local authorities to:

  • Install bicycle parking facilities
  • Encourage motorists to respect cyclists and promote cycling culture
  • Install shower facilities in places of work
  • Construct bicycle paths and on-road bike lanes
  • Reduce speed limits on local roads or otherwise improve local roads for cyclists

The group may encourage other members of the organisation or area to take up cycling.[1] They may make special arrangements to assist new cyclists, such as:

  • A program of rides
  • Community bike days
  • Preparing maps of good routes
  • Offering education and advice
  • Organizing group commuting bicycle buses
  • Assistance in obtaining cycling grants

See also

  • Bicycle Network, an Australian charity
  • Walking audit

References

  1. ^ "Where should cyclist ride on the road?". 2024-03-02. Retrieved 2024-03-16.

External links

  • Bicycle Users Geelong
  • User Groups – Bicycle Institute SA