HIGHWAYS AND CYCLES

New Zealand Herald, Volume LXX, Issue 21529, 28 June 1933, Page 16

HIGHWAYS AND CYCLES

MOTORISTS' COMPLAINTS AMENITIES OF THE ROAD Just as the bicycle trado is making an eflort to increases the number of machines on the roads, the National -Roads and Motorists' Association in New South Wales complains of disabilities resulting from the presence of cyclists. It is said that they do not heed the signals of motorists approachnig from the rear, but, when rolling along in clubs, proceed like a flock of sheep. It does not appear that the motorists can assist themselves in any appreciable way, says a Sydney correspondent. They appeal to the finer feelings of cyclists, and await some response. The authorities are requested to take action. There seems to be less goodwill on the highways than there ought to bo, and those who are out to enjoy themselves return to their homes unrefreshed. They speak of their fellows in a painful manner. Tho correspondent adds:—"The cycle trade is emphasising the fact that it is cheap to travel by foot power. Preparations are in progress for a rally that will benefit business. Meantime, it would bo well to reconcile road interests. Hikers also ere discussing tho subject. The recent tragio happening in tho Ryde district, when members of a party walking in the road were run down by a motor vehicle, has frequent mention."