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Cycle Path Designed by Psychopath At first glance this cycle path on Faraday Street, seen from a drivers perspective, appears to be fairly innocuous (so long as you aren't a pedestrian). However, as can be seen from the photo below, this is in fact a view of the END of the path. Carefully hidden on the inside of the curve the path merges with the carriageway, pushing cyclists into the path of motor vehicles without any advanced warning to drivers. To make matters this happens just at the point the road narrows so drivers can't even swerve to avoid cyclists at the last minute if there is oncoming traffic. What the driver doesn't see (view from the north) Cyclists are strongly advised not to use this facility. Warrington Borough Council Location Map

This site is dedicated to highlighting examples of how innovative design and outstanding engineering offer safety, utility, and comfort to cyclists. If you know of a cycle facility worthy of inclusion on this site, either within Warrington or beyond, then send a photo (jpg) and short description to Pete Owens.

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