Bike light question

[ozboz]

Hiya , on a segregated cycle path is It a must to have lights in times of darkness , ive checked the highway code and it doesnt have any specific rules for this type of cycle lane

 

[glasgowcyclist]

Where's the question?

 

[ozboz]

What it asks in the post ?

 

[glasgowcyclist]

Your post is a statement.

 

[ozboz]

Ok i missed ' it ' out ,

 

[Slick]

In not sure about the specific rules but I would say it's common decency especially if the path is unlit.

Why the question, has something happened?

 

[ozboz]

In not sure about the specific rules but I would say it's common decency especially if the path is unlit.

Why the question, has something happened?

I was delayed yesterday evening getting home so by the time I got going darkness was well on its way , i commute from the station along the cycle path , it is well illuminated and as stated segregated , as i peddled home there was a lady coming toward me having a rant because i had no lights ,to be honest, I wasnt aware that we had to , but with the clocks changing at weekend I thought I had better find out ,

 

[vickster]

Maybe something in here but I doubt it’s an offence

https://www.google.co.uk/amp/s/www.cyclinguk.org/article/whats-legal-and-whats-not-your-bike?amp

You obviously have to use lights on the road.

 

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

Not sure on legal answer but I would have lights on anyway, even a dull summers day I have my rear on at least.

 

[Slick]

I was delayed yesterday evening getting home so by the time I got going darkness was well on its way , i commute from the station along the cycle path , it is well illuminated and as stated segregated , as i peddled home there was a lady coming toward me having a rant because i had no lights ,to be honest, I wasnt aware that we had to , but with the clocks changing at weekend I thought I had better find out ,

Ah, quite right, although I wouldn't worry too much if its well lit and your on the path from door to door.

 

[Drago]

Are you on a road or other public place? Then yes, you should have lights on at night and when visibility is reduced due to bad weather.

 

[Joffey]

Clocks go back Sunday so it'll be even darker - get some lights.

 

[vickster]

I carry lights at all times at this time of year

 

[numbnuts]

Lights are like a puncture outfit you never quite know when you need them.

 

[DCBassman]

I carry lights at all times because tunnels!