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Do you think that the proposals will encourage more walking, cycling and wheeling along Airthrey Road?
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Profile of Roddy Cramilton
Posted by:Roddy Cramilton
5 years ago
Drop kerbs to allow more confident cyclists who would prefer to take a more direct route before and after the roundabouts at either end switch between road and cycle path (e.g. I would anticipate that particularly during quieter times many would prefer to take the more direct route at the university roundabout rather than doubling back; conversely when roads are busier and traffic is slow moving, cycing on the road at the wallace high roundabout is likely to be more attractive than taking the 'long way round' on the cycle path- particularly when this is busy with school pupils). Also drop kerbs along the route in general to allow faster cyclists to join the road temporarily to pass slower cyclists/ pass pedestrians at shared use parts.
Posted by:unknown author
5 years ago
@Roddy Cramilton • Dropped kerbs will be introduced where necessary to allow users to mount/dismount the protected cycle lane.
Profile of Niall Hamilton Smith
Posted by:Niall Hamilton Smith
5 years ago
I don't currently use this route (too dangerous) but therefore I fully support the proposals subject to the views of others (below) who have more current experience. 20mph limit would be good too, I drive regularly as well and see no reason why Stirling shouldn't adopt 20mph as the standard speed limit throughout the city.
Profile of Ashleigh
Posted by:Ashleigh
6 years ago
Safe links from Ladysneuk Road are needed, and the path needs to be continued to Bridge of Allan (at least to the roundabout at the Pullar Memorial Park where cyclists could turn off to Keir Street).
The current painted cycle lane from the University up to Bridge of Allan is dangerous and not in line with current guidelines for cycle lanes. It's too narrow at many points (especially for adapted bikes and trikes) and cars pass far too closely, which is why painted lanes are no longer recommended as they make cars feel they can pass with less space because the cyclist is in their 'own lane'. In fact, it would safer to have no bike lane at all here. I'm not recommending that, just saying that current provisions are woefully inadequate.
I was cycling this route everyday to drop my children at nursery but I now take a longer route as this stretch leaves me feeling very vulnerable. It cannot be left off the plans for improvements along this road.
Profile of James F
Posted by:James F
6 years ago
Bus stop on northbound carriageway opposite Institute of Sport should be "floating" to avoid encountering bus passengers. Also, considering the speed limit on Airthrey Road, I would like to see more of a buffer between the southbound cycle lane and oncoming traffic - maybe a small grass verge?
Might it be possible to bring controlled crossing at the main entrance to the university south of the roundabout to avoid doubling back in both directions? This also does not consider that many cyclists exit the university by road rather than on the (very narrow) cycleway. They might find it more difficult to join this route than they currently would with the on-road cycle lane.
For cyclists heading north along Airthrey Road who did not come via Dunster Road to the south, it should be easier to join the cycle route from the main carriageway, e.g. by providing a slipway off the carriageway just before the controlled crossing/bus stop by Wallace High School.
Posted by:unknown author
5 years ago
@James F If space allows, a floating bus stop in this location will be introduced. The width of the buffer will be maximised whilst ensuring all other design widths are maintained to minimum standards. The crossing North of the roundabout facilitates those travelling to/from Bridge of Allan. We are restricted with visibility due to the wall if we introduced a cycle crossing to the South. We are working with the University to improve their cycle lanes.
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