Bikes are great for getting about. They do not cause any pollution and they are a fantastic way of exercising. There should be more cycle routes and that would help to cut down congestion in our cities. People enjoy mountain biking and racing for recreation.

But....

Cycling is just too dangerous. Accidents with cars cause lots of injuries and the cyclist is really exposed to the traffic. It should be against the law to ride a bike without a crash helmet.

So what are the facts?

How can cyclists be more safe? What precautions can be taken? If you cycle, how safe are you?