Tim Pharoah (Chairman, London)

Silke Buchberger (City of Munich, Germany)

Geert van Waeg (IFP, Belgium)

Mario Alves (IFP, Portugal)

Luka Mladenovic (City of Ljubljana, Slovenia)

Thursday 22nd October 201510.30-12.00

Workshop "A Fair Share of Public Space”

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Tim PharoahWalking and cycling together -

in harmony or conflict?(an overview)

Biel, Switzerland

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More cycling, fine…but not less walking

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Promote walking, as well as cycling

Different roles, and different street design requirements

Cycling:• Higher speed (speed difference)• Requires more space person:

- for riding safely- and for parking

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Cycling competes with walking, for:• Mode share• Street Space• Also resources

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But the main competition is with motor vehicles

Can walkers and cyclists co-exist?The answer depends on:1. Type of cyclist and speed (daily

mobility, sport, commuter in a hurry, e-bikes)

2. Traffic rules and street layout3. Cultural attitudes to rules /courtesy4. Relative volumes in the space available

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Design response?Different designs required for:• City centre streets /destinations• General street network• Parks and trails

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Separate or together? 1. No separation

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3. Physical separation (kerbs, bollards, etc.)

2. Light separation (markings, materials)

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Behavioural issuesRide safely

Ride politely

Always defer to pedestrians?Follow the rules?

Ring your bell?

Give room to pedestrians?

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Cycle ParkingIntrudes into pedestrian space

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