An idea to reduce Red Light Jumping

[Blurb]

It would be a far better campaign if every cyclist rlj'd. If you really want to stop them, this is the solution, as the problem would become large enough for action to be taken!

OK. Let's run with that.
How do we encourage a co-ordinated change of behaviour by cyclists to RLJ?
How about an FB/Twitter/CTC/BC campaign encouraging this action?

Hold on, hold on, wouldn't it be better to campaign in a positive way.
What would be perceived as a negative action in encouraging RLJ'ing would almost certainly make cyclist's image worse.

I don't know if my "ring on red" suggestion has any legs judging by the responses so far, but I will persist in my lone dinging at the stop line.

Each to their own. I bid you all good night.

 

[AndyPeace]

OK. Let's run with that.

Hold on, hold on, wouldn't it be better to campaign in a positive way.
What would be perceived as a negative action in encouraging RLJ'ing would almost certainly make cyclist's image worse.

that's a nice thought, I'm curious though as to whether you have dissuaded anyone from rlj'ing , by the ring of your bell? I think we differ on opinions about many things, but seriously I'm not endorsing rlj'ing.I may have missed the heart of why this is important to you but to me, it makes no difference..I rarely witness this and have seen as many cars do the same. I don't brand all car drivers as rlj'ers, so I can't see why anyone would brand all cyclist's the same? It's also my opinion that all rlj'ers already know it's a risky thing to do, so I can't see how this will change their behaviour...besides they won't hear the bells, with their headphones in! In retrospect, the best idea is to give it a tut and move on.

 

[albion]

If you really want to stop them, this is the solution, as the problem would become large enough for action to be taken!

I still do wonder why some motorists are concerned about lights and why same never show the same or more concern for those who die at lights.

 

[BigonaBianchi]

how about we all have those 'light changer' gizmos the ambulances are fitted with?...and watch cyclists become popular overnight

- its a joke don't kill me .

 

[Shut Up Legs]

How about clapping your hands every time someone runs a red? Eventually the penny will drop and they'll realise you're taking the p#ss out of them .

The above is what I really meant to say. Normally my use of English grammar and punctuation is 100%, so I hate it when I slip up like that .

 

[Mr Haematocrit]

[QUOTE 2469905, member: 30090"]Couple of things.

It's illegal to sell a bike without a bell. Riding a bike without pedal reflectors is breaking the law but thankfully it's one of those laws where anyone with any amount of common sense can see that it is stupid to try and enforce.[/quote]


Riding a bike without reflectors (pedal or otherwise) is not always breaking the law. Reflectors are only legally required between sunrise and sunset.

I am unable to find any documentation which states otherwise on the CTC or highway code website
http://www.ctc.org.uk/cyclists-library/regulations/lighting-regulations
https://www.gov.uk/rules-for-cyclists-59-to-82/overview-59-to-71

 

[T.M.H.N.E.T]

Riding a bike without reflectors (pedal or otherwise) is not always breaking the law. Reflectors are only legally required between sunrise and sunset.

I am unable to find any documentation which states otherwise on the CTC or highway code website
http://www.ctc.org.uk/cyclists-library/regulations/lighting-regulations
https://www.gov.uk/rules-for-cyclists-59-to-82/overview-59-to-71

This gets ropey though, I have 2 pairs of SPDSL and 1x SPD pedals in front of me. None of them have reflectors as standard. I appreciate they are road race and MTB pedals so usage may not be aimed at dark commutes.

It would probably take a very bored copper to do you for not having them though, especially if you have quality,working lights "ON".

 

[Ningishzidda]

I agree with vamP. I've heard all the arguments and even agree with some. But there should be room for individual choice and personal responsibility somewhere. Some of u are the nanny state on two wheels, which is pretty strange for a minority group that espouses freedom and all that jazz.

It is every citizen's duty to advise another citizen NOT to break the law.

If you don't, you could be pulled for 'Accessory to red light jumping'.....

 

[Ningishzidda]

This gets ropey though, I have 2 pairs of SPDSL and 1x SPD pedals in front of me. None of them have reflectors as standard. I appreciate they are road race and MTB pedals so usage may not be aimed at dark commutes.

It would probably take a very bored copper to do you for not having them though, especially if you have quality,working lights "ON".

T.M.H.N.E,T.
Fit some pedal reflectors. I don't want to be pulled for 'Accessory to no pedal reflectors'.

 

[T.M.H.N.E.T]

T.M.H.N.E,T.
Fit some pedal reflectors. I don't want to be pulled for 'Accessory to no pedal reflectors'.

No.

 

[Ningishzidda]

No.

Well at least I'm off the hook.

Be warned. You'll be named as a member of a 'no pedal reflectors' extremist group if you continue with that attitude.
You'll be banned from buying pedals for your bikes.

 

[shouldbeinbed]

Riding a bike without reflectors (pedal or otherwise) is not always breaking the law. Reflectors are only legally required between sunrise and sunset.

I think you may mean sunset and sunrise?

kind of academic anyway unless you're popping them off and on at the requisite times.