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Gouldy77

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  1. Hi Guys, I accept and agree with the majority of what is written above and it's quite obvious that cyclist from a young age just aren't shown the proper highway code anymore! The evening bmx'ers that I see weaving over the road happens every week all over Hastings and it is quite common. There has also been over 100 fatalities in the UK from cycling accidents (I'm sure they're not all because of poor due care and attention) I believe anyone who is of an age where they can make their own minds up as to where they cycle and whether or not they wear a helmet or use lights should maybe be shown some videos from what has happened to cyclists who have not been paying attention because the majority of riders and indeed rider's families don't realise just how dangerous it can be until it's too late. No I don't work at Hi-Vac but just up the road. I did pop down to speak to a policewoman who was at the junction around 12pm to see if she knew when the road would re-open and the poor lads body was still there covered up. Appreciate all the comments guys, I'm not one of these whinging old age people moaning about youth today but just a concerned parent who wouldn't like to get a phonecall or visit from the police informing me that one of my children were hurt or worse. Cheers Gouldy77
  2. For Ali C, Yes I do agree that of course cyclists should be given the option and of course you also correct the freedom is great. My point was more to do with the late night cycling with no lights weaving all over the road with no care and attention to on coming traffic who clearly can't see them coming. It's these sorts of people that also cause accidents. I do believe that the incident in question although being a freak accident was still one that could of been avoided had a little more care and attention been paid! No disrespect or argument created so don't worry, it's purely a discussion but also because I care a great deal for people's safety. Cheers Gouldy77
  3. Hi There, I'm new to this forum but was reading about this in my local paper recently as it happened right by my work. I was first informed of it when one of our customers popped in and had driven past the incident right after it had happened and confirmed the graphic nature you have mentioned. My BIG worry is that I know there are more and more kids/teenagers riding these types of bikes not only without brakes but also no headwear and worse still (and this as happened more times than I can remember) but cycling erratically all over the road in the evening with no lights and no flourescent colours of any kind. I wonder if there should be something done about it as cyclist injuries/fatalities seem to be on the up and as a Father of 3 children (Boy of 13 and 2 Girls 4 and 18 Months) I can't even begin to imagine what it must be like for a parent to hear that their child has been injured or worse in an accident like this! I was thinking of getting some sort of petition signed to ensure that riders who like to have the thrill of jumping about etc at tracks still can do but don't put their lives in danger by doing it on public roads WITHOUT BRAKES, WITHOUT HEAR PROTECTION AND WITHOUT LIGHTS! as it is utter madness! Just a final note to say my heartfelt thoughts go to Lee's family and also is riding buddy who witnessed the terrible ordeal. RIP Cheers, Gouldy77
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