WHILE walking to collect The Bolton News, I noticed at least three cyclists riding along the main road.
Each was wearing dark clothing and one had a black backpack, nor were any showing lights.
It was raining and cars were driving with their wipers on so their visibility was reduced.
Why is it motorcyclists have to wear crash helmets, by law, for their own safety and protection?
Car/van drivers have to wear seat belts, again for their own safety and protection, and yet cyclists have no laws to keep them safer.
When is the government going to make wearing something reflective on their backs and backpacks, or having to ride with a red light to the rear of a bicycle?
That would offer safety and protection to cyclists in making them easier to see in all conditions. Cyclists are always going on about motorists treating them better and being more aware of cyclists when they are driving.
Well, how about a law that makes cyclists more responsible for their own safety?
Desmond Magurk Bolton
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