25.06.10  Gloucestershire County Council’s Chief Executive will be proving that even confident and experienced cyclists can benefit from brushing up on their cycling skills.

Pete Bungard, a keen and regular cyclist will be receiving some adult cycle training from the Partnership’s Cycling Coordinator, Don Muir. Joining Pete and Don will be less experienced cyclist, Sheila Corkett, head of the Road Safety Partnership.

Don has seven rules for safer cycling, these are:

1. Be responsible for your own safety
2. Use a good road position
3. Be aware of what is happening all around you
4. Communicate effectively with other road users
5. Think before you filter
6. Follow the laws that apply to you
7. Cover your brakes.

The Road Safety Partnership offers adult cycle training on a one-to-one basis. Other providers are available. Contact us for more information.