I find some of your car near misses are partial you not reading the road and cycling less defensively than others might. I do a similar commute through Bristol and have nowhere near the issues
I try to hold my ground where safe to do so, otherwise I find, in London rush hour, drivers constantly built you out of the way. That said, when it's clear that they are haven't seen me, or are going anyway, I back out. I know my safe stopping distance and always keep that as a buffer.
@@Bayo106 no it is not London has much better infrastructure. Number of times I been asked why I am not using a cycle lane and respond because 2 thirds are a cobbled gutter
@@alexwalker9803 not too mention most of the Bristol cycle paths are full of pot holes or poorly maintained asphalt with roots growing through it cracking them
I cycle twelve miles a day in London and you have way more near misses in a month than I do a year. Just slow down and expect the unexpected. I'm sure I could have plenty more near misses if I cycled like you.
I'm glad that you have a better experience. What's your route? My approach is hardly crazy, my average speed on my commute is less than 15mph, I have one gear on my bike so I'm slow to pull away and top out not much over 20mph. I do hold my ground when I have the right of way, up to a point. I won't be bullied out of the way by other road users. That said, there's a reason that my videos are full of misses. I keep a fair buffer in play at all times. Safe cycling my friend.
There another cycling account on here that criticises cyclist for putting themselves between the kerb and large vehicles. I don’t drive in London but if I’m approaching a junction and indicating left I certainly don’t expect or look for anyone passing me on the inside
I'm glad I watched this. At 48, I'm taking to cycling as my main form of transport after an 18 year hiatus. I'm watching vids like this to remind myself of what type of things to watch out for when I'm taking to the road. City Centre cycling will be further down the road, (no pun intended). I need to start short circuit while I build up my road sense again. Thanks for uploading this video & keep safe!
So glad you found the video useful. Definitely wise to build up to it, and to proceed with caution. I've been cycling to work daily for over 14 years now so am well used to it. Always expect the unexpected and you'll be fine. Safe cycling my friend. 🙂👍
I cycle following the rules and paying attention, I drive my car the same way. The difference is that pedestrians and other drivers don’t constantly walk/pull out when I drive my car...
The bus that shouldn't have been in the cycle lane, then indicated it was moving into the right hand lane, started to pull right, then changed its mind and moved back left again? I wasn't going to go to the right of it, as it was both indicating and turning right. I was sticking in the cycle lane where I'm told so often I have to be. There was enough room and the bus was moving right, so safe to go inside. If the bus had been indicating left I would never have gone down there and would have gone to the right. Vehicles can't move directly sideways, so as soon as the bus driver changes their mind, and the gap starts to close, I just brake until the bus is past me and go to the right of it after all. No big issue, no danger for an experienced cyclist. Very poor driving by the bus driver though, using the cycle lane to start off with, then indecisive indicating and direction.
@@ryansedgwick-londoncycling9007 Yep, that bus. And I agree it did all those things, but that moral high ground will do you no good whatsoever when you're squished. I will never go down the inside of a bus or truck or whatever unless it is completely stationary. Bike lane or not it's just not the place to be.
@@timclark4195 I'm comfortable going down the inside of large vehicles, but it has to be done with extreme caution and ready to back out at any moment. Would not do it if there's a risk they will turn left on you. I've been cycling busy London roads for over 14 years now so my risk and confidence levels are different to most. My advice to any cyclist starting out would be the same as yours, to never go down the inside of large vehicles.
Love your videos - I used to live in London years ago - now a more sedate life in south of Spain - I have a huge respect for you guys and your ability to cut through traffic and avoiding the risks. Stay safe.
That sounds very relaxing in the south of Spain! I bet you have a pool too! Not that I’m jealous (I’m very jealous 🤣). I quite enjoy the cut and thrust of cycling in London, haven’t done it since March as my office closed for lockdown and I miss it. Hopefully can get back to it this year. Keep safe and healthy too. 🙂👍🏻
Not appreciate what you did on the road to be honest, you put yourself in danger and other road users too! If you are injuried or killed by the vehicles like this, I will feel sorry for the obedience drivers but not you at all!
I am an obedient rider, I’m following the rules and looking where I’m going. These incidents are caused by other road users ignoring rules, and not looking. I don’t appreciate that as it’s unnecessary.
You seem to have very little foresight - you remind me of drivers who stare at the road at the end of their bonnet and then are surprised when a hazard presents itself. Slow down in busy areas where there’s lots going on, look further ahead, and anticipate better. It’s amazing that you are seemingly surprised by all these things that keep happening in front of you despite the fact you’ve seen them all time and time again!
If I had no foresight my videos would be full of accidents not misses! In Central London rush hour there are constantly things happening in front of you the whole time, you either have to try and make progress through it all or give up and go home. You have to work on the assumption that everyone else will follow the rules with the constant awareness that plenty won't.
Ryan Sedgwick - London Cycling I said very little. You’ve had no accidents and only plenty of near misses, thus far. Try aiming for no near misses 👍. It’s illuminating that there are various people (including other cyclists) in the comments of your videos stating the same kind of thing that I am, and yet you are apparently convinced you’re some sort of cycling god because you’ve only had a ton of near misses. Try and at least reduce the number of near misses.
@@Will-dq4vh There are many supportive comments too. I certainly do not think I'm a "cycling god". My general defence is that I follow the rules, I pay full attention the whole time I'm cycling (not distracted by music or my phone etc), and I cycle with my fingers on the brake levers the whole time so that I can respond quickly to the inevitable people/vehicles that walk/pull out on me. My ask is that the other road users should also follow the rules, and the comments you levy at me are applicable to them too, they should slow down a little rather than rushing into the road, they should get up earlier to not be in a rush, they should have more foresight and anticipation that they might just be a cyclist approaching etc.
Ryan Sedgwick - London Cycling Yes, everyone should try to avoid putting themselves in a position where shaving few seconds or even a 5-10 minutes of their commute is more important than their own or others’ safety. Not everyone has a CZcams channel for me to comment on.
This is not cycling it's road racing and I have a suspicion that you are timing each of your journeys to get a better time. While I agree that some driver actions are dangerous and inconsiderate you also need to be more considerate as you are the vulnerable party!! Why were you so angry at the truck driver at 1.50 ......he was in front of you and you were undertaking him. Not to mention the incident with the bus when he moved over and yet you were trying to undertake. You have probably driven nothing larger than a small domestic car. As you won't have a license for an HGV see if you can get a ride off someone in the passenger seat then reality may come your way what large vehicle drivers have to contend with. Equally I will say I think drivers given points for bad driving should also have to attend a cycling course incorporating cycling in a city environment. Just slow down and be more considerate!!!!!
I'm not racing, and I don't time my journey. There's zero point as your time is dictated by how busy the traffic is and how you catch the lights. Also my bike is single speed (one gear), so I'm slow to pull away, and I have no top end. My average speed on my commute is less than 15mph and max I can do something like 23-25mph on that bike. Slower than the vehicles using the same road when they aren't stuck in traffic. Both the lorry and the bus incidents were similar in a way, both vehicles indicated and pulled over right, so common sense is to pass on the left. In both cases the driver changed their mind and pulled back to the left without indicating, and without seeing that there was a cyclist passing them. I was more annoyed with the lorry as the driver was very aggressively trying to cut in. Both situations were under control, easy for me to back out of them. Both examples of poor driving. Consideration works both ways an unfortunately, as a cyclist in rush hour in Central London you don't get much. You have to cycle defensively and hold your ground at times. There are more cyclists each year, and soon we'll be joined by electric scooters which will be legalised soon. So drivers and pedestrians will need to factor this in.
Johnny morris oh cool another internet “know it all” so explain to me why you would go to the right side of a car (or bus for that matter) when it's indicating right to get past bc then your just intentionally obstructing them so you go the other side so the flow of traffic is better, but “miss know it all” pls explain the “right” way of doing it to me if you know it so good?
@@fedor5664 As a cyclist and a car driver believe me when I tell you you should never overtake a car on the inside especially at a junction. Secondly, you should never believe a car indicator and you should never anticipate what driver is going to do by the direction of the front wheels of a car, remember this and it will save your life someday. Drivers are notorious for changing their minds at the last minute, they won't be looking for a cyclist on the inside, they might be talking on their phone or switching channels on the radio, your mistake will scratch their car but kill you.
@@johhny711 He carries on cycling like that he won't be around much longer...the trouble with cyclists in the cities is they seem to have this desire to go as fast as possible to prove that the cycle is the better option to getting home or to work more quickly....slow down ffs ...you will still reap the fitness benefits .
@@fedor5664 because there’s a bus stop coming and even though the bus is signalling right to overtake the bus already stopped at the bus stop , it might keep on the left lane if the bus in front pulls off from the stop or a passenger come running to board before it passed the stop . I think before getting on the road with whatever transportation mean is everybody should be trained for like 1 hour in all kinds of vehicles on the road so they understand them better .
Hey man love the vids, I live in the putney area and have had experiences like this daily in the exact same spots you have!! Especially by the Marc bolan memorial, sometimes I feel like I'll be seeing him soon with drivers around here!
Thank you. One of my biggest hates with cycling through Putney is the buses on Putney Bridge, they really like to throw their weight around and bully cyclists out of the way. I dearly hope that you do not end up joining Mr Bolan! Safe cycling and have a great weekend. 🙂👍
It's really clear that London's roads aren't designed with cycling in mind. Although the amount of cycling lanes did surprise me in a good way, others drive like those lanes don't exist. You need a couple of things to make your cycling life a bit easier. First and foremost, don't drive like hell when a lot of idiots (ahem, people) are around. And second, get a loud bike bell or even a bike horn. It really helps. Regards from a Dutch cyclist, being a bit concerned about your health and safety. Drive safe!
Thank you. I feel that the cycle infrastructure is slowly improving in London. However, awareness still has a long way to go. I used a horn for a few years. I liked it but I still found it compromised my braking a little bit (distracting my fingers from the brake levers). I have reverted to just giving a good shout. That way I can keep my fingers 100% on the brake levers at all times.
@@ryansedgwick-londoncycling9007 True, braking can get affected. On my bike, I can use three fingers to brake just as hard as using all fingers, so I have my thumb free for the bike bell. In Dutch cities, bike lanes are separated on main roads, but they are still narrow. Driving 20+ kph (13 mph) at rush hour is impossible without using a bell and annoying others...
@@darkknight8139 The cycling culture in NL is very different that in London. When sharing routes with the car traffic its easier to try and keep a similar speed to the motor vehicles so that they are not flashing past too much faster than you.
Haven't seen a sheep yet on the commute, no hills either. I grew up in Dover and experienced both cycling in the Kent country side as a youth. Have a great weekend. 😉👍
It's not anger, it's a survival mode situation. I endure this everyday day from vehicles . You have to be aggressive to survive 5 tons coming at you. Most drivers don't have a clue on how to drive when drivers are present..
Agree with all the close passes, but the police one at aroun 1:18... I think you were in the wrong a bit there. You stopped him setting off safely by you close passing him in his lane where he had right of way.
What rule did I break Richard? Do you think walking into the road without looking, waiting for a safe gap etc. is in line with the crossing rules in the Highway Code? Do you the drivers that cut up cyclists, drive in cycle lanes, fail to indicate etc. are following the rules?
What this video shows is cyclists showing disregard to other road users. Assuming motorists are expected to see their racing, undertaking and undertaking etc etc with no indication or consideration to motorists. This rider likes to assume priority on the road not only to motorists but also pedestrians. This vid is an example of how not to ride on busy streets.
I drive regularly also, and have never cut up or pulled out on a cyclist. I look first, check my mirrors and blind spots. It's not hard, pretty much the first thing they teach you in driving lessons. I don't know why so many people struggle with it!
Ryan Sedgwick - London Cycling no driving lesson teaches you or expects you to look out for another vehicle between two lanes between two cars. You can try and make filtering a legitimate way to ride but it’s not
@@effkay3691 Part of your driving lesson and test is to read and learn the Highway Code! It's also a condition of keeping your drivers license that you keep yourself up to date with the most recent version of the Highway Code. Is this legitimate enough for you: Rule 160 Once moving you should Be aware of other road users, especially cycles and motorcycles who may be filtering through the traffic. These are more difficult to see than larger vehicles and their riders are particularly vulnerable. Give them plenty of room, especially if you are driving a long vehicle or towing a trailer And: Rule 211 It is often difficult to see motorcyclists and cyclists, especially when they are coming up from behind, coming out of junctions, at roundabouts, overtaking you or filtering through traffic. Always look out for them before you emerge from a junction; they could be approaching faster than you think. When turning right across a line of slow-moving or stationary traffic, look out for cyclists or motorcyclists on the inside of the traffic you are crossing. Be especially careful when turning, and when changing direction or lane. Be sure to check mirrors and blind spots carefully. So yes, filtering is legitimate for cyclists, and you as a motorist are obliged to look out for us. So please start driving with some care for other road users rather than lashing out with incorrect statements!
Ryan Sedgwick - London Cycling you’ve misunderstood my point. I’m talking of the laws of probability. Lane splitting is high risk meaning there is a higher probability of something going wrong. If you ride every day and if you are the safest rider around and if all the drivers are watchful and mindful of riders unfortunately you will still find yourself in a hairy situation one day. A slight error from an otherwise good driver or a slight error from an otherwise good rider and the results could be catastrophic for the rider. Every body makes mistakes on the road eventually. Just saying. Stay safe.
You’re so unlucky. Our commute is about 70% the same, but you go further east than me. One day I’m going to see myself in one of these vids hopefully not as a muppet. I’ll keep an eye out for the yellow Genesis!
@@ryansedgwick-londoncycling9007 its only the massive hills that ruin it...thank god for E bikes :-) used to drive into London a few years ago I dont know how people do it day in day out!
It's a highway not a cyclist time trial most of the time riding without total due care and attention looking at this video it wont be long before cyclists caused pedestrian deaths will rocket you dont have to prove how fast you are
My bike has one gear, it's steel so it soaks up the bumps but is very heavy, I have mudguards front and rear, I have Marathon puncture proof tyres which are heavy and slow but bullet proof. So no, I'm not on a time trial, probably the worst possible bike to try and go fast on. Cyclist have been around for many years and the number of pedestrians killed has remained a handful each year. The number of pedestrians killed by motor vehicles each year however is 4-500. All those idiot drivers racing around, on mobile phones or drunk. Focus on that! Did you know that more pedestrians are killed each year by cars that have mounted the pavement, than are killed by cyclists. No pedestrian need by killed in a collision with a cyclist, if only they look to check its clear before walking into the road.
The use of indicators isn't compulsory in the UK, the intention being that you should always wait until the intention of the vehicle in front of you is clear.
Highway Code rule 103: 103 Signals warn and inform other road users, including pedestrians (download ‘Signals to other road users’), of your intended actions. YOU SHOULD ALWAYS GIVE CLEAR SIGNALS IN PLENTY OF TIME, having checked it is not misleading to signal at that time use them to advise other road users before changing course or direction, stopping or moving off cancel them after use make sure your signals will not confuse others. If, for instance, you want to stop after a side road, do not signal until you are passing the road. If you signal earlier it may give the impression that you intend to turn into the road. Your brake lights will warn traffic behind you that you are slowing down
@@ryansedgwick-londoncycling9007 You do realise the highway code isn't a book of laws? (apart from when it says you MUST do a thing, or MUST NOT do a thing, of course) I explained why it's not a law in my previous comment. Indicators can be misused so shouldn't be taken for granted.
@@ryansedgwick-londoncycling9007 You also seems be under the impression that the Highway Code is stick with which to beat other road users. It isn't. It's the opposite of that. It's about how YOU should behave, it's not about telling others how to behave. That's the Police and the legal system's job.
@@theloveboxquartet All I ask is that all road users follow the Highway Code. It exists for a reason. When taking your driving test, if you don’t indicate when you should then you’ll fail your test.
@@ryansedgwick-londoncycling9007 And if you were on a (hypothetical) test in your videos then you would also fail...on multiple counts, and in every video.
Je roule 30km a Bruxelles par jour....un vrai cauchemar 🔥les voitures nous voient arriver,et quoi qu'il arrive,ils préfèrent nous rouler dessus...les cyclistes nous sommes des usagers faibles....vive le vélo🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥✌️✌️✌️✌️✌️
You should, firstly for your own safety (as if you do have a collision the other party will blame the cyclist, and general opinion is not with us). Secondly post videos of such incidents to help raise awareness. 🙂👍🏻
I had it on my last bike, and got on with it well. However I just never moved it to my new bike. I think because I found it still compromised my braking, although only slightly, plus the noise of it is a bit unpleasent on my videos. A good shout does the same job plus people seem to prefer it on these clips. Keep safe and if you see me out there, please say hi. 🙂👍
The bus? Was indicating right, I'm not going to pass it on the right am I. Not my problem that the driver didn't know where they were going. Once they switched back left, I backed out, so yeah, smart as there was no issue. Driver clearly wasn't looking where they were going though, v poor driving hence it made the video. Maybe you can read minds, but me, when I see someone indicate right, and start to pull right, I tend to think they're turning right! 😉👍
My comment was not related to the bus but the general undertaking of moving vehicles then getting pinched. It is not right that vehicles ovetake bikes when there is insufficient room but same rule applies to bike users!!!
@@MrFergusferret The difference is that a vehicle puts a cyclist at great risk when too close, whereas if a cyclists gets close to a vehicle were not putting the driver in any risk, and we're exercising the option to be there. When you cycle lots in a big busy city, being close to cars is inevitable and you get used to it real quick. I'm respectfully comfortable when close to vehicles and always ensure I have room to back out if necessary.
I see this a lot. Inexperienced cyclists thinking a busy city is the same as a leafy country lane. You should slow down and ride to the traffic and the conditions. You will be much safer and enjoy cycling much more.
Watched three of these and really enjoyed them. However if you want to live a bit longer i would relax a little . Adrenaline rush and chasing it will kill you. Good luck. Ps cycling a bike in London is so random.
I'm pretty relaxed and I enjoy my cycle commute, I've been doing it for over 14 years now so, whilst I have to yell to get someone's attention at times, I'm used to it and not stressed.
I absolutely can complain about drivers not indicating and cutting up other traffic, its dangerous! Where in the video do you feel I'm "cutting lanes"? Cyclists are perfectly entitled to change lanes, I always check first that I'm clear to do so and ensure the traffic behind me knows what I'm doing.
Ryan Sedgwick - London Cycling so u can change lanes with no indicator?, lol, dude chill out , u giving us cyclist a bad look, this is why cars hate us
@@peterjohnson9077 Yes, if there's nothing behind you then there's no need. You have to check it's clear first. When cycling I'm always checking over my shoulder periodically as, even if not planning to pull out I like to know what's around me. If there is a car behind me I indicate, not always with my arm as that reduces your braking capacity significantly, however I'll look over my shoulder at the driver, make it clear with my body language that I'm pulling out and I'll wait for the driver to acknowledge that by showing etc to I have space.
I hold my ground where the rules are in my favour, if you don’t then other road users walk all over you in London (literally at times). It’s a balance though and you have to be ready to stop at all times. 🙂👍🏻
It's not the speed per se, it's the aggressiveness and assumption that everyone else is going to react the way you would. In such a busy environment you should be doing the opposite. Of course other drivers and riders are going to do dumb stuff... welcome to life. If you were in a car you would be slowing down more and not trying to tread the needle at every encounter. It's clearly not unique to you. After watching a bunch of videos from you and others it seems cycling brings a certain mentality. Mostly you're following the traffic laws. However many times (legal or note) you're trying to squeeze into a space when you should clearly wait instead but because you're on bike you think you're entitled to thread the needle everywhere. It will finally cost you. But it's certainly crazy to watch. Thanks for posting... I won't be riding in London... or NYC... or any other major city.
Oh I assume nothing, I have my fingers on the brakes at all times and am ready to stop at any moment. Unfortunately in London (only city I’ve cycle experience in), nobody gives you space, so you have to make space. Just have to balance it with not taking too much risk. Have a happy new year.
This guy is a complete muppet and should not be allowed on the road he goes on about motorists doing close passes but thinks it ok to harass pedestrians and put himself in danger
In 2016 , 102 cyclists were killed on I'm roads, And 3400 seriously injured. Putting a bit of funky music on your video won't stop you from being squashed. Wake the fuck up.
Well your philosophy helped shape my understanding. I try to ride empathetically and assertively, and have found experienced urban/road cyclist's uploads totally formative. You get a shout out among others of your calibre in the description of each vid.
Road tax is based in emissions, which is why electric cars pay none also. I have insurance, and I pay a lot more than £40 per year to keep my bike well maintained.
We still don’t get social distancing in the UK, which is why we’ve had over 100,000 Covid deaths. Japan, also a densely populated island, similar climate has only 5,000 deaths! 🤦
Hi, I have a GoPro Hero 3+ Black and I mount it on GoPro's chest mount. It gives a good point of view I think and is safer than having it on your helmet. 🙂👍
@@ryansedgwick-londoncycling9007 thank you, yeah heard alot of people have ripped off by thieves and having on helmet could effect a impact i guess. Thanks again for the reply
I only have one bike, my previous bike was a Cannondale Synapse 2016, however that developed a small crack in the frame below the saddle post so I switched to my current Genesis Day One 10 2019 Gravel Bike. Before both of these I had a Cannondale CAAD 9 which was a lovely bike, I gave that up as I wanted a bike with disc brakes (which the Synapse had, as does my Genesis).
Seems like you think it's everyone's fault but your own !!! Cyclists ,runners,motorists and pedestrians ! They all get in YOUR way ! It might be legal to undertake but that doesn't make it wise or safe ! Many of the ",situations" are created by your own stupidity ! Live long my friend ,??
Hi Brian, I follow the rules and pay attention the while time I’m cycling. There’s nothing to be at fault for as I stopped for or avoided all of these incidents. These incidents were all caused by the other party not following the rules, and not looking where they are going.
Complaining about everyone , what I see is border edge dangerous cycling . You see a dangerous situation you should slow down , use common sense . I am talking as a bus driver and a cyclist , I actually cycle on pavement where there’s no cycle lane ,too dangerous , and a large and empty pavement , I go slow but don’t take unnecessary risks . It’s funny how cyclists and motorbike riders point the finger and talk about the motorway code when they are the worst in respecting it . You’re like the fastest way of commuting,so what’s the hurry ? You see people crossing even if not on the crossing you ride faster so you can pass before them , they’re the most vulnerable on the road , not you. You see cars turning , you slow down or even stop ,you’re risking your life not the driver , etc . Every day I slow down my bus or even stop to let cyclist ,mopeds ,oh the mopeds , risking their life to overtake me where they shouldn’t,like when I am changing lanes , when I am stopping , when I approach a pedestrian crossing or traffic light , when I stop so I won’t kill someone crossing the road where he shouldn’t without even looking . Bitching cunts so many of you
I an very careful to follow the Highway Code, I keep two fingers on the brake levers at all times and my eyes in stalks. These incidents are unfortunately caused by other road users not following the rules, and not looking where they are going. Please don’t cycle on pavements. This is illegal (unless signed as a shared cycle track), and puts pedestrians at risk. Big respect for being a bus driver, I’m amazed how the drivers manage to negotiate those huge vehicles around the tight busy streets of London. It’s criminal that Tube drivers get paid twice as much as bus drivers, when driving a bus through London is twice as hard! You sound like a good bus driver, there are some in London who really through their weight around to bully others out if the way. There’s a compilation of bad bus drivers in my channel that you might enjoy, or might not depending on your point of view! 😉👍🏻
@@ryansedgwick-londoncycling9007 I don’t respect the Highway Code on my bike ,I do it on my bus though. On my bike I pass on red lights and cycle on the pavement ,when it’s safe to do so , so I don’t hold traffic , a bicycle is a slow vehicle but nimble after all BUT I don’t overtake on the left ,especially large vehicles when approaching a junction or bus stop and I say I respect the Highway Code as you say you do ,lol. I slow down when I see pedestrian trying to cross the road ,cars coming in a junction , it’s defensive cycling/driving and it is in the Highway Code .When a bus gets out of a bus stop he “sort of” have priority ,meaning that if you can let it go without braking hard just by not accelerating any more you should do it , if you hit the bus in the front half it’s the bus’s fault, if you hit it in the rear half it’s your fault . Try to apply this in your calculations when you cycle , what would happen if that vehicle carried on turning left in front of me? After all cyclists risk their life , not drivers. You also cycle to close to other cyclists , you don’t give yourself time to react as they can fall , react to something and you’ll collide. I can see you have better cycling skills than me, I would cycle the same way on my 20’s but you can’t do it in a large city and expect to be safe . The electric scooters are not yet legal but try one , I have one and it is safer to ride one than a bike , try a large ,empty pavement ,taking it slow as well , forget Highway Code ,your life is more important.
@@MrFetitzele You take care too my friend. Remember that when you’re on the pavement or running reds that pedestrians and other road users are not expecting you to be there and may be unpredictable. Have a great 2021, let’s hope its a better year for us all. 🙂👍🏻
I stop at zebra crossing and pedestrians just stare at me without crossing, anyone else get that lol ? I'm not sure if it's my lovely bike or the fact I stop that shocks them !
Ha yes, I get that too. I think they want you to get off the bike and lay face down on the road before they feel safe to cross! 😉 Sometimes I see them waiting ahead, so I slow right down so they have plenty of time to cross before I get there, and I don't have to stop dead. They just wait though and won't move until I completely stop.
1:06 what I wish these people would understand is by creeping out from the junction they are slowing both of you down! The cyclist slows down (rightly so) because they are worried the driver hasn’t seen them, and they car must wait (or break the law) so the driver ends up waiting longer for the cyclist!!
You are mad at 1:51 Clearly seeing that the two vans are fighting stupidly for position and you cut down the inside Just hold back dude and not get run over
It really depends on you and how you like to cycle. Either work well. I've used both over the years. What I have settled on is a single speed "gravel bike" with road bike tyres. I have A Genesis Day One 10 2019 Gravel bike. It is shaped like a road bike but is heavier (steel frame which is more comfortable over bumps) and a bit more robust, it has drop-handlebars which are very comfortable when you rest on the hoods, it has front and rear mudguards which helps keep the rain off (otherwise you'd get a wet bum), it only has one gear so there's a lot less maintenance (my route has no hills so a single speed is fine, if you want to cycle up hills then you need more gears). What appeals to you in a bike, what's your commute like, do you want to use it for other cycling?
@@ryansedgwick-londoncycling9007 Thanks for the reply! I've not really cycled much...apart from a MTB I used to ride to school a couple years ago. I have heard dropbars are a must for commute as its more comfortable. The commute will be approx 10km and won't be using outside of it. My commute would be from North Acton to Imperial in Kensington. I have looked at a couple of Road/Gravel Bikes...what do you think of the Boardmaan SLR 8.6?
@@joelr4983 I'm no expert on bikes, however that looks solid. One thing I note is that the bike doesn't have disc brakes, these give better stopping performance than rim brakes, especially in the rain. Ideal for when a pedestrian walks out unexpectedly right in front of you. You also should get some mudguards so that you don't get a wet bum on rainy days, you can buy some for about £20 that'll clip on to any bike. The frame of this bike is aluminium with carbon forks. This will mean that it's light, but that comes at the cost of comfort. The bike will be rigid and you'll feel the bumps. A steel frame is heavier but has more flex and soaks up the bumps. It's personal preference and this bike will be just fine, these are just points to consider. One thing I do whenever I get a new bike for commuting is to have the bike shop swap the tyres out for Continental Gator skins. The tyres it comes with will be fine for a while but then you'll start picking up punctures. The Gator skins have a strip of kevlar inside them and are far more resistant to punctures. I get about one puncture a year now, before I'd get one a month.
@@ryansedgwick-londoncycling9007 Thanks for the advice! Are disc brakes absolutely essential or can I get away with rim brakes. Also is the difference in comfort noticeable and would it matter on mainly flat surfaces? So what bike would you recommend for that same price range(with gears)
@@joelr4983 Disc brakes are not essential, for many years I had rim brakes and was fine. The key difference is that, in the wet, the rim is closer to the ground and is wet. When you brake there is a film of water between the brake pad and the rim that has to be cleared first. The disc brake is higher from the ground and will be less wet, also the circumference of the disc is smaller than the wheel so as the brake pad creates a dry spot, it takes less time until that dry spot rotates back around to the brake pad and it really starts to bite. These are marginal differences, but I do feel safer in wet weather now I have discs. The comfort is marginal, when I had aluminium and carbon I felt more vibration through the handle bars as the roads in London are not smooth. When I switched to steel about two years ago I did notice a lot less vibration. I don't know enough about the models out there to advise, these are just things that I have found beneficial over the years. None are deal breakers and as I say, a lot is down to personal preference. Good luck and safe cycling 🙂👍
Do you ever use your front brake separate? Was signalling once down a hill, only pressed the front brake and tipped over nearly killing myself. I never signal or press the front brake on its own anymore, but I wonder whether I should.
I always try to use both brakes together. If you're at slow speed, 5mph or less then it's no issue to use one but otherwise always use both. I'll stick my arm out when I need to, but I try and signal with body language, nodding, catching driver's eyes etc as that way I can keep both hands on the brakes as much as possible.
I was looking at the cyclist in front, what's happing on the other side of the road is not a primary concern. Soon as I clocked it, stopped for the crossing. Shows how easy it is to get caught out, look to hard at one thing and you miss something else. That's why I put it in the video, good example.
Rule 168 Being overtaken. If a driver is trying to overtake you, maintain a steady course and speed, slowing down if necessary to let the vehicle pass. Never obstruct drivers who wish to pass. Speeding up or driving unpredictably while someone is overtaking you is dangerous. Drop back to maintain a two-second gap if someone overtakes and pulls into the gap in front of you. If a car driver rode like you they would be arrested and prosecuted. Stop riding like an arse
Firstly bright-spark, I’m not speeding up as cars pass me, I’m on a cycle not in a sports car. Secondly you skipped over rule 163, if you’re a driver you’d better update yourself: 163 Give motorcyclists, cyclists and horse riders and horse drawn vehicles at least as much room as you would when overtaking a car (see Rules 211 to 215). As a guide: leave at least 1.5 metres when overtaking cyclists at speeds of up to 30mph, and give them more space when overtaking at higher speeds You should wait behind the motorcyclist, cyclist, horse rider, horse drawn vehicle or pedestrian and not overtake if it is unsafe or not possible to meet these clearances. Keep safe out there. 🙂👍🏻
@@richardoakley8800 The rule you’ve highlighted is for motorists, hence talking of speeding up and “driving” unpredictably. Please do your research before making silly comments. 🙂👍🏻
I am uploading roughly every 10 days to this channel - I take alot of inspiration from Ryan and have learnt alot from his shared experiences. I am trying to grow the channel from nothing. My stomping/grinding ground is west yorkshire...
Thank you, I'm really glad that you've found my videos useful. The reason I post them is to show what it's really like out there from the cyclists point of view, both so that predestination and drivers who watch get a flavour and maybe adapt their road use accordingly, and so that other less experienced cyclists can see the worst of it and know what to look out for. Good luck with your channel and safe cycling my friend. 🙂👍
There is one thing bothering me when I cycle through the city: Blinding lights from other cyclists... Why is your light set up so high? There isn't any use for it... Otherwise, I enjoy your content :) Keep it up!
I know what you mean. My lights have three brightness settings but I keep them on the lowest one. However it is essential to have lights. I have mine at the height and angle so that they'll catch the eye of drivers or pedestrians ahead that may pull or walk out in front of me. A necessary evil.
Cyclists are not going to be banned, the numbers grow each year and governments and councils are doing more and more to encourage and support cycling. Why not get a cycle yourself and try it. You can't beat us, so join us. 😉👍
You've nerves of steel! Keep safe out there! England made the best decision to leave the EU. They did what most other EU countries are too weak to do - stand up & walk out!
@@ryansedgwick-londoncycling9007 Not at all. I'm sure there are plenty of uploaders of similar content who are Remainers but they stick to cycling without feeling the need to express their political views
@@ViN-kr3ri Cycling through Parliament Square each day back then meant cycling through protests both for and against Brexit for a year or so. Very much part of my cycle and topical. I’m surprised that mentioning right at the end of my video that I’ll miss being part of the EU has vexed you so much. Not everything is black and white you know. Do you not think it’s possible to see benefits of Brexit whilst still being sad to leave? I’ve not expressed a political view for or against. 🙂👍🏻
I find some of your car near misses are partial you not reading the road and cycling less defensively than others might. I do a similar commute through Bristol and have nowhere near the issues
I try to hold my ground where safe to do so, otherwise I find, in London rush hour, drivers constantly built you out of the way.
That said, when it's clear that they are haven't seen me, or are going anyway, I back out. I know my safe stopping distance and always keep that as a buffer.
Bristol is not london
@@Bayo106 no it is not London has much better infrastructure. Number of times I been asked why I am not using a cycle lane and respond because 2 thirds are a cobbled gutter
@@alexwalker9803 not too mention most of the Bristol cycle paths are full of pot holes or poorly maintained asphalt with roots growing through it cracking them
I cycle twelve miles a day in London and you have way more near misses in a month than I do a year. Just slow down and expect the unexpected. I'm sure I could have plenty more near misses if I cycled like you.
I'm glad that you have a better experience. What's your route?
My approach is hardly crazy, my average speed on my commute is less than 15mph, I have one gear on my bike so I'm slow to pull away and top out not much over 20mph. I do hold my ground when I have the right of way, up to a point. I won't be bullied out of the way by other road users. That said, there's a reason that my videos are full of misses. I keep a fair buffer in play at all times. Safe cycling my friend.
@@ryansedgwick-londoncycling9007 I cycle from Lewisham to St Pauls. I just hold back and don't put myself in intense situations. I average 12-15mph
@@JB-sv2uc So your average speed is pretty much the same as mine. So you see its not as fast as it looks on the GoPro.
The guy where you say no shoulder check,what else did you think he was going to do,i seen it coming a mile away,sorry but you seem a bit impatient😀
There another cycling account on here that criticises cyclist for putting themselves between the kerb and large vehicles. I don’t drive in London but if I’m approaching a junction and indicating left I certainly don’t expect or look for anyone passing me on the inside
I'm glad I watched this. At 48, I'm taking to cycling as my main form of transport after an 18 year hiatus. I'm watching vids like this to remind myself of what type of things to watch out for when I'm taking to the road. City Centre cycling will be further down the road, (no pun intended). I need to start short circuit while I build up my road sense again. Thanks for uploading this video & keep safe!
So glad you found the video useful. Definitely wise to build up to it, and to proceed with caution. I've been cycling to work daily for over 14 years now so am well used to it. Always expect the unexpected and you'll be fine. Safe cycling my friend. 🙂👍
if you drive a car thje way you ride it would be called road rage
I cycle following the rules and paying attention, I drive my car the same way.
The difference is that pedestrians and other drivers don’t constantly walk/pull out when I drive my car...
You lost credibility when you went down the inside of that bus.
The bus that shouldn't have been in the cycle lane, then indicated it was moving into the right hand lane, started to pull right, then changed its mind and moved back left again?
I wasn't going to go to the right of it, as it was both indicating and turning right. I was sticking in the cycle lane where I'm told so often I have to be. There was enough room and the bus was moving right, so safe to go inside. If the bus had been indicating left I would never have gone down there and would have gone to the right.
Vehicles can't move directly sideways, so as soon as the bus driver changes their mind, and the gap starts to close, I just brake until the bus is past me and go to the right of it after all. No big issue, no danger for an experienced cyclist.
Very poor driving by the bus driver though, using the cycle lane to start off with, then indecisive indicating and direction.
@@ryansedgwick-londoncycling9007 Yep, that bus. And I agree it did all those things, but that moral high ground will do you no good whatsoever when you're squished.
I will never go down the inside of a bus or truck or whatever unless it is completely stationary. Bike lane or not it's just not the place to be.
@@timclark4195 I'm comfortable going down the inside of large vehicles, but it has to be done with extreme caution and ready to back out at any moment. Would not do it if there's a risk they will turn left on you.
I've been cycling busy London roads for over 14 years now so my risk and confidence levels are different to most. My advice to any cyclist starting out would be the same as yours, to never go down the inside of large vehicles.
For me it was the comment on his final clip :(
Love your videos - I used to live in London years ago - now a more sedate life in south of Spain - I have a huge respect for you guys and your ability to cut through traffic and avoiding the risks. Stay safe.
That sounds very relaxing in the south of Spain! I bet you have a pool too! Not that I’m jealous (I’m very jealous 🤣).
I quite enjoy the cut and thrust of cycling in London, haven’t done it since March as my office closed for lockdown and I miss it. Hopefully can get back to it this year.
Keep safe and healthy too. 🙂👍🏻
Not appreciate what you did on the road to be honest, you put yourself in danger and other road users too! If you are injuried or killed by the vehicles like this, I will feel sorry for the obedience drivers but not you at all!
I am an obedient rider, I’m following the rules and looking where I’m going. These incidents are caused by other road users ignoring rules, and not looking. I don’t appreciate that as it’s unnecessary.
You seem to have very little foresight - you remind me of drivers who stare at the road at the end of their bonnet and then are surprised when a hazard presents itself. Slow down in busy areas where there’s lots going on, look further ahead, and anticipate better. It’s amazing that you are seemingly surprised by all these things that keep happening in front of you despite the fact you’ve seen them all time and time again!
If I had no foresight my videos would be full of accidents not misses!
In Central London rush hour there are constantly things happening in front of you the whole time, you either have to try and make progress through it all or give up and go home. You have to work on the assumption that everyone else will follow the rules with the constant awareness that plenty won't.
Ryan Sedgwick - London Cycling I said very little. You’ve had no accidents and only plenty of near misses, thus far. Try aiming for no near misses 👍. It’s illuminating that there are various people (including other cyclists) in the comments of your videos stating the same kind of thing that I am, and yet you are apparently convinced you’re some sort of cycling god because you’ve only had a ton of near misses. Try and at least reduce the number of near misses.
@@Will-dq4vh There are many supportive comments too. I certainly do not think I'm a "cycling god".
My general defence is that I follow the rules, I pay full attention the whole time I'm cycling (not distracted by music or my phone etc), and I cycle with my fingers on the brake levers the whole time so that I can respond quickly to the inevitable people/vehicles that walk/pull out on me.
My ask is that the other road users should also follow the rules, and the comments you levy at me are applicable to them too, they should slow down a little rather than rushing into the road, they should get up earlier to not be in a rush, they should have more foresight and anticipation that they might just be a cyclist approaching etc.
Ryan Sedgwick - London Cycling Yes, everyone should try to avoid putting themselves in a position where shaving few seconds or even a 5-10 minutes of their commute is more important than their own or others’ safety. Not everyone has a CZcams channel for me to comment on.
Not the brightest of cyclists is he. Uses his bike as a weapon. He's a Karen on a bike.
This is not cycling it's road racing and I have a suspicion that you are timing each of your journeys to get a better time. While I agree that some driver actions are dangerous and inconsiderate you also need to be more considerate as you are the vulnerable party!!
Why were you so angry at the truck driver at 1.50 ......he was in front of you and you were undertaking him. Not to mention the incident with the bus when he moved over and yet you were trying to undertake. You have probably driven nothing larger than a small domestic car. As you won't have a license for an HGV see if you can get a ride off someone in the passenger seat then reality may come your way what large vehicle drivers have to contend with. Equally I will say I think drivers given points for bad driving should also have to attend a cycling course incorporating cycling in a city environment. Just slow down and be more considerate!!!!!
I'm not racing, and I don't time my journey. There's zero point as your time is dictated by how busy the traffic is and how you catch the lights. Also my bike is single speed (one gear), so I'm slow to pull away, and I have no top end. My average speed on my commute is less than 15mph and max I can do something like 23-25mph on that bike. Slower than the vehicles using the same road when they aren't stuck in traffic.
Both the lorry and the bus incidents were similar in a way, both vehicles indicated and pulled over right, so common sense is to pass on the left. In both cases the driver changed their mind and pulled back to the left without indicating, and without seeing that there was a cyclist passing them. I was more annoyed with the lorry as the driver was very aggressively trying to cut in. Both situations were under control, easy for me to back out of them. Both examples of poor driving.
Consideration works both ways an unfortunately, as a cyclist in rush hour in Central London you don't get much. You have to cycle defensively and hold your ground at times. There are more cyclists each year, and soon we'll be joined by electric scooters which will be legalised soon. So drivers and pedestrians will need to factor this in.
@CycleDashNZ Glad someone gets it! 😉👍
Loving the content mate
Thank you, glad you're enjoying it. 🙂👍
Overtaking on the inside of a bus - clever boy.
Johnny morris oh cool another internet “know it all” so explain to me why you would go to the right side of a car (or bus for that matter) when it's indicating right to get past bc then your just intentionally obstructing them so you go the other side so the flow of traffic is better, but “miss know it all” pls explain the “right” way of doing it to me if you know it so good?
@@fedor5664 As a cyclist and a car driver believe me when I tell you you should never overtake a car on the inside especially at a junction.
Secondly, you should never believe a car indicator and you should never anticipate what driver is going to do by the direction of the front wheels of a car, remember this and it will save your life someday.
Drivers are notorious for changing their minds at the last minute, they won't be looking for a cyclist on the inside, they might be talking on their phone or switching channels on the radio, your mistake will scratch their car but kill you.
@@johhny711 He carries on cycling like that he won't be around much longer...the trouble with cyclists in the cities is they seem to have this desire to go as fast as possible to prove that the cycle is the better option to getting home or to work more quickly....slow down ffs ...you will still reap the fitness benefits .
@@lpiglet8479 He seems to be doing OK - he's been doing this for a long time.
@@fedor5664 because there’s a bus stop coming and even though the bus is signalling right to overtake the bus already stopped at the bus stop , it might keep on the left lane if the bus in front pulls off from the stop or a passenger come running to board before it passed the stop . I think before getting on the road with whatever transportation mean is everybody should be trained for like 1 hour in all kinds of vehicles on the road so they understand them better .
Hey man love the vids, I live in the putney area and have had experiences like this daily in the exact same spots you have!! Especially by the Marc bolan memorial, sometimes I feel like I'll be seeing him soon with drivers around here!
Thank you. One of my biggest hates with cycling through Putney is the buses on Putney Bridge, they really like to throw their weight around and bully cyclists out of the way.
I dearly hope that you do not end up joining Mr Bolan!
Safe cycling and have a great weekend. 🙂👍
It's really clear that London's roads aren't designed with cycling in mind. Although the amount of cycling lanes did surprise me in a good way, others drive like those lanes don't exist.
You need a couple of things to make your cycling life a bit easier. First and foremost, don't drive like hell when a lot of idiots (ahem, people) are around. And second, get a loud bike bell or even a bike horn. It really helps.
Regards from a Dutch cyclist, being a bit concerned about your health and safety. Drive safe!
Thank you. I feel that the cycle infrastructure is slowly improving in London. However, awareness still has a long way to go.
I used a horn for a few years. I liked it but I still found it compromised my braking a little bit (distracting my fingers from the brake levers). I have reverted to just giving a good shout. That way I can keep my fingers 100% on the brake levers at all times.
@@ryansedgwick-londoncycling9007 True, braking can get affected. On my bike, I can use three fingers to brake just as hard as using all fingers, so I have my thumb free for the bike bell.
In Dutch cities, bike lanes are separated on main roads, but they are still narrow. Driving 20+ kph (13 mph) at rush hour is impossible without using a bell and annoying others...
@@darkknight8139 The cycling culture in NL is very different that in London. When sharing routes with the car traffic its easier to try and keep a similar speed to the motor vehicles so that they are not flashing past too much faster than you.
Good to see your posting again, and life for a bike commuter is not for the faint hearted..
Ha yes, for new cyclists best to ease into it carefully! 😉👍
The only things that get in my way are sheep lol ... Still loving them flat roads... Safe Cycling 👍
Haven't seen a sheep yet on the commute, no hills either. I grew up in Dover and experienced both cycling in the Kent country side as a youth. Have a great weekend. 😉👍
You thrive on anger, chill dude.
I'm very chill overall, just not at the point when someone is trying to kill me! 🤣😉
It's not anger, it's a survival mode situation. I endure this everyday day from vehicles . You have to be aggressive to survive 5 tons coming at you. Most drivers don't have a clue on how to drive when drivers are present..
Riders have to take the initiative.
Agree with all the close passes, but the police one at aroun 1:18... I think you were in the wrong a bit there. You stopped him setting off safely by you close passing him in his lane where he had right of way.
just another cyclist that give all the good cyclists a bad name one rule for him and one for all other users and never in the wrong
What rule did I break Richard?
Do you think walking into the road without looking, waiting for a safe gap etc. is in line with the crossing rules in the Highway Code?
Do you the drivers that cut up cyclists, drive in cycle lanes, fail to indicate etc. are following the rules?
@@ryansedgwick-londoncycling9007 Rule 62, rule 63, rule 66, rule 67, rule 71, rule 72, rule 73.
And they're just the cycling specific ones.
What this video shows is cyclists showing disregard to other road users. Assuming motorists are expected to see their racing, undertaking and undertaking etc etc with no indication or consideration to motorists. This rider likes to assume priority on the road not only to motorists but also pedestrians. This vid is an example of how not to ride on busy streets.
One of the worst cyclist I’ve ever seen so wrong he thinks he’s right...that’s the scary part! Time will tell when he has a serious accident.
I’m following the rules and looking where I’m going. Hence my videos are filled with misses.
Shame other road users can’t do the same.
When you filter/lane split your life is in your own hands. Full stop. Complain all you want. It’s the most dangerous move on any road any where.
I drive regularly also, and have never cut up or pulled out on a cyclist. I look first, check my mirrors and blind spots. It's not hard, pretty much the first thing they teach you in driving lessons. I don't know why so many people struggle with it!
Ryan Sedgwick - London Cycling no driving lesson teaches you or expects you to look out for another vehicle between two lanes between two cars. You can try and make filtering a legitimate way to ride but it’s not
@@effkay3691 Part of your driving lesson and test is to read and learn the Highway Code! It's also a condition of keeping your drivers license that you keep yourself up to date with the most recent version of the Highway Code.
Is this legitimate enough for you:
Rule 160
Once moving you should
Be aware of other road users, especially cycles and motorcycles who may be filtering through the traffic. These are more difficult to see than larger vehicles and their riders are particularly vulnerable. Give them plenty of room, especially if you are driving a long vehicle or towing a trailer
And:
Rule 211
It is often difficult to see motorcyclists and cyclists, especially when they are coming up from behind, coming out of junctions, at roundabouts, overtaking you or filtering through traffic. Always look out for them before you emerge from a junction; they could be approaching faster than you think. When turning right across a line of slow-moving or stationary traffic, look out for cyclists or motorcyclists on the inside of the traffic you are crossing. Be especially careful when turning, and when changing direction or lane. Be sure to check mirrors and blind spots carefully.
So yes, filtering is legitimate for cyclists, and you as a motorist are obliged to look out for us. So please start driving with some care for other road users rather than lashing out with incorrect statements!
Ryan Sedgwick - London Cycling you’ve misunderstood my point. I’m talking of the laws of probability. Lane splitting is high risk meaning there is a higher probability of something going wrong. If you ride every day and if you are the safest rider around and if all the drivers are watchful and mindful of riders unfortunately you will still find yourself in a hairy situation one day.
A slight error from an otherwise good driver or a slight error from an otherwise good rider and the results could be catastrophic for the rider. Every body makes mistakes on the road eventually.
Just saying. Stay safe.
@@effkay3691 Agreed, you have to always be on full alert as there's always someone who doesn't see you. Take care and have a nice weekend.
Haha, I love your videos Ryan! I ride similar routes. Stay safe.
Thank you, keep safe too! 😉👍
I like your screaming using as horn to people hehehe...i think i should using tht too...keep safety mate...👍🚴♂️
Best way, you can keep all your fingers and thumbs on your brake levers that way! 😉
You’re so unlucky. Our commute is about 70% the same, but you go further east than me. One day I’m going to see myself in one of these vids hopefully not as a muppet. I’ll keep an eye out for the yellow Genesis!
Definitely say hi if you see me. Safe cycling my friend. 🙂👍
Jesus he rides like he’s got nine lives, fun to watch
Glad I'm in sleepy devon round the back lanes you're lucky if you see a car :-)
Sounds lovely! I’m jealous. Lovely place Devon. 🙂👍🏻
@@ryansedgwick-londoncycling9007 its only the massive hills that ruin it...thank god for E bikes :-) used to drive into London a few years ago I dont know how people do it day in day out!
@@samsungw200 I can imagine, I grew up in Kent so have cycled plenty of hills in my youth, hard work! Thankfully my London commute is flat. 🙂👍🏻
It's a highway not a cyclist time trial most of the time riding without total due care and attention looking at this video it wont be long before cyclists caused pedestrian deaths will rocket you dont have to prove how fast you are
My bike has one gear, it's steel so it soaks up the bumps but is very heavy, I have mudguards front and rear, I have Marathon puncture proof tyres which are heavy and slow but bullet proof. So no, I'm not on a time trial, probably the worst possible bike to try and go fast on.
Cyclist have been around for many years and the number of pedestrians killed has remained a handful each year. The number of pedestrians killed by motor vehicles each year however is 4-500. All those idiot drivers racing around, on mobile phones or drunk. Focus on that!
Did you know that more pedestrians are killed each year by cars that have mounted the pavement, than are killed by cyclists.
No pedestrian need by killed in a collision with a cyclist, if only they look to check its clear before walking into the road.
The use of indicators isn't compulsory in the UK, the intention being that you should always wait until the intention of the vehicle in front of you is clear.
Highway Code rule 103:
103
Signals warn and inform other road users, including pedestrians (download ‘Signals to other road users’), of your intended actions. YOU SHOULD ALWAYS GIVE CLEAR SIGNALS IN PLENTY OF TIME, having checked it is not misleading to signal at that time
use them to advise other road users before changing course or direction, stopping or moving off
cancel them after use
make sure your signals will not confuse others. If, for instance, you want to stop after a side road, do not signal until you are passing the road. If you signal earlier it may give the impression that you intend to turn into the road. Your brake lights will warn traffic behind you that you are slowing down
@@ryansedgwick-londoncycling9007 You do realise the highway code isn't a book of laws? (apart from when it says you MUST do a thing, or MUST NOT do a thing, of course) I explained why it's not a law in my previous comment. Indicators can be misused so shouldn't be taken for granted.
@@ryansedgwick-londoncycling9007 You also seems be under the impression that the Highway Code is stick with which to beat other road users. It isn't. It's the opposite of that. It's about how YOU should behave, it's not about telling others how to behave. That's the Police and the legal system's job.
@@theloveboxquartet All I ask is that all road users follow the Highway Code. It exists for a reason. When taking your driving test, if you don’t indicate when you should then you’ll fail your test.
@@ryansedgwick-londoncycling9007 And if you were on a (hypothetical) test in your videos then you would also fail...on multiple counts, and in every video.
Je roule 30km a Bruxelles par jour....un vrai cauchemar 🔥les voitures nous voient arriver,et quoi qu'il arrive,ils préfèrent nous rouler dessus...les cyclistes nous sommes des usagers faibles....vive le vélo🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥✌️✌️✌️✌️✌️
What camera do you use?
Seeing this makes me wonder if I should just put a camera on me riding the bike in Bruges as well, it's just terrible
You should, firstly for your own safety (as if you do have a collision the other party will blame the cyclist, and general opinion is not with us). Secondly post videos of such incidents to help raise awareness. 🙂👍🏻
Share a lot of my daily commute with you it seems!! Why have you stopped using your horn??
I had it on my last bike, and got on with it well. However I just never moved it to my new bike. I think because I found it still compromised my braking, although only slightly, plus the noise of it is a bit unpleasent on my videos. A good shout does the same job plus people seem to prefer it on these clips.
Keep safe and if you see me out there, please say hi. 🙂👍
A lot of it is boxing yourself up and little anticipation from the looks of it :v
Undertake a vehicle already in a lane, smart move!!!?
The bus? Was indicating right, I'm not going to pass it on the right am I. Not my problem that the driver didn't know where they were going. Once they switched back left, I backed out, so yeah, smart as there was no issue. Driver clearly wasn't looking where they were going though, v poor driving hence it made the video.
Maybe you can read minds, but me, when I see someone indicate right, and start to pull right, I tend to think they're turning right! 😉👍
My comment was not related to the bus but the general undertaking of moving vehicles then getting pinched. It is not right that vehicles ovetake bikes when there is insufficient room but same rule applies to bike users!!!
@@MrFergusferret The difference is that a vehicle puts a cyclist at great risk when too close, whereas if a cyclists gets close to a vehicle were not putting the driver in any risk, and we're exercising the option to be there.
When you cycle lots in a big busy city, being close to cars is inevitable and you get used to it real quick. I'm respectfully comfortable when close to vehicles and always ensure I have room to back out if necessary.
“Beep beep beep” killed me 🤣
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Lol king of the lammings 🤣😄
I see this a lot. Inexperienced cyclists thinking a busy city is the same as a leafy country lane. You should slow down and ride to the traffic and the conditions. You will be much safer and enjoy cycling much more.
Watched three of these and really enjoyed them. However if you want to live a bit longer i would relax a little . Adrenaline rush and chasing it will kill you. Good luck. Ps cycling a bike in London is so random.
I'm pretty relaxed and I enjoy my cycle commute, I've been doing it for over 14 years now so, whilst I have to yell to get someone's attention at times, I'm used to it and not stressed.
Hi mate what camera do you use?
My trusty old GoPro Hero 3+ Black edition. Has served me well for many years. 🙂👍🏻
U too stressed bro, u ride too fast and dangerous, u can't complain about drivers not using blinkers when u cutting lanes, relax mate
I absolutely can complain about drivers not indicating and cutting up other traffic, its dangerous!
Where in the video do you feel I'm "cutting lanes"? Cyclists are perfectly entitled to change lanes, I always check first that I'm clear to do so and ensure the traffic behind me knows what I'm doing.
Ryan Sedgwick - London Cycling so u can change lanes with no indicator?, lol, dude chill out , u giving us cyclist a bad look, this is why cars hate us
@@peterjohnson9077 Yes, if there's nothing behind you then there's no need. You have to check it's clear first. When cycling I'm always checking over my shoulder periodically as, even if not planning to pull out I like to know what's around me.
If there is a car behind me I indicate, not always with my arm as that reduces your braking capacity significantly, however I'll look over my shoulder at the driver, make it clear with my body language that I'm pulling out and I'll wait for the driver to acknowledge that by showing etc to I have space.
Anyway, where specifically in this video did you feel I was cutting lanes dangerously?
Ryan Sedgwick - London Cycling in the first minute!, forget it mate, your ego is out of control, bye
Many idiots, but you ride a bit too aggressive sometimes in my opinion. 4:07 nice!
I hold my ground where the rules are in my favour, if you don’t then other road users walk all over you in London (literally at times). It’s a balance though and you have to be ready to stop at all times. 🙂👍🏻
It's not the speed per se, it's the aggressiveness and assumption that everyone else is going to react the way you would. In such a busy environment you should be doing the opposite. Of course other drivers and riders are going to do dumb stuff... welcome to life. If you were in a car you would be slowing down more and not trying to tread the needle at every encounter. It's clearly not unique to you. After watching a bunch of videos from you and others it seems cycling brings a certain mentality. Mostly you're following the traffic laws. However many times (legal or note) you're trying to squeeze into a space when you should clearly wait instead but because you're on bike you think you're entitled to thread the needle everywhere. It will finally cost you.
But it's certainly crazy to watch. Thanks for posting... I won't be riding in London... or NYC... or any other major city.
Oh I assume nothing, I have my fingers on the brakes at all times and am ready to stop at any moment.
Unfortunately in London (only city I’ve cycle experience in), nobody gives you space, so you have to make space. Just have to balance it with not taking too much risk.
Have a happy new year.
if u have an alter ego who is driving a car im sure this cyclist would be on one of alter ego's video
Na nich das sich noch ein autofahrer hände, beine oder den kopf bricht...
This guy is a complete muppet and should not be allowed on the road he goes on about motorists doing close passes but thinks it ok to harass pedestrians and put himself in danger
In 2016 , 102 cyclists were killed on I'm roads, And 3400 seriously injured. Putting a bit of funky music on your video won't stop you from being squashed. Wake the fuck up.
Well your philosophy helped shape my understanding. I try to ride empathetically and assertively, and have found experienced urban/road cyclist's uploads totally formative. You get a shout out among others of your calibre in the description of each vid.
Thank you, I've subscribed and will be enjoying your content. 🙂👍
Red light? helmet, whats that? love from RVA, USA
This is why I hate delivering in London too many accidents waiting to happen ride defensively stay safe
Keep safe too my friend. 😊👍
Push bikes should pay £20 for a licence £10 road tax and £300 Insurance...+yearly MOT on bikes....£40...
Road tax is based in emissions, which is why electric cars pay none also.
I have insurance, and I pay a lot more than £40 per year to keep my bike well maintained.
Hey Hey
What industry do you work in Ryan?
I'm an accountant and I work in Financial Services.
which model of your horn / alert?
I used a Hornit DB140 for a couple of years.
Nice content bru , keep going i wanna ask u plz , are u using go pro with chest belt
So glad the lemmings were safely social distancing 🤦♂️
We still don’t get social distancing in the UK, which is why we’ve had over 100,000 Covid deaths. Japan, also a densely populated island, similar climate has only 5,000 deaths! 🤦
Whats ya camera set up, if you mind me asking. Its a nice perspective to view from.
Hi, I have a GoPro Hero 3+ Black and I mount it on GoPro's chest mount. It gives a good point of view I think and is safer than having it on your helmet. 🙂👍
@@ryansedgwick-londoncycling9007 thank you, yeah heard alot of people have ripped off by thieves and having on helmet could effect a impact i guess. Thanks again for the reply
@@ShaolinStace Most welcome. Good luck out there, hope you get great footage. 🙂👍
What’s the geared bike I’ve seen you using? And how many bikes do you have
I only have one bike, my previous bike was a Cannondale Synapse 2016, however that developed a small crack in the frame below the saddle post so I switched to my current Genesis Day One 10 2019 Gravel Bike. Before both of these I had a Cannondale CAAD 9 which was a lovely bike, I gave that up as I wanted a bike with disc brakes (which the Synapse had, as does my Genesis).
Ryan Sedgwick - London Cycling thanks keep up the great work
@@Touchgrindbmxbaws Most welcome, have a great weekend! 🙂👍
Seems like you think it's everyone's fault but your own !!! Cyclists ,runners,motorists and pedestrians ! They all get in YOUR way ! It might be legal to undertake but that doesn't make it wise or safe ! Many of the ",situations" are created by your own stupidity ! Live long my friend ,??
Hi Brian, I follow the rules and pay attention the while time I’m cycling. There’s nothing to be at fault for as I stopped for or avoided all of these incidents.
These incidents were all caused by the other party not following the rules, and not looking where they are going.
Complaining about everyone , what I see is border edge dangerous cycling . You see a dangerous situation you should slow down , use common sense . I am talking as a bus driver and a cyclist , I actually cycle on pavement where there’s no cycle lane ,too dangerous , and a large and empty pavement , I go slow but don’t take unnecessary risks . It’s funny how cyclists and motorbike riders point the finger and talk about the motorway code when they are the worst in respecting it . You’re like the fastest way of commuting,so what’s the hurry ? You see people crossing even if not on the crossing you ride faster so you can pass before them , they’re the most vulnerable on the road , not you. You see cars turning , you slow down or even stop ,you’re risking your life not the driver , etc . Every day I slow down my bus or even stop to let cyclist ,mopeds ,oh the mopeds , risking their life to overtake me where they shouldn’t,like when I am changing lanes , when I am stopping , when I approach a pedestrian crossing or traffic light , when I stop so I won’t kill someone crossing the road where he shouldn’t without even looking . Bitching cunts so many of you
I an very careful to follow the Highway Code, I keep two fingers on the brake levers at all times and my eyes in stalks. These incidents are unfortunately caused by other road users not following the rules, and not looking where they are going.
Please don’t cycle on pavements. This is illegal (unless signed as a shared cycle track), and puts pedestrians at risk.
Big respect for being a bus driver, I’m amazed how the drivers manage to negotiate those huge vehicles around the tight busy streets of London. It’s criminal that Tube drivers get paid twice as much as bus drivers, when driving a bus through London is twice as hard! You sound like a good bus driver, there are some in London who really through their weight around to bully others out if the way. There’s a compilation of bad bus drivers in my channel that you might enjoy, or might not depending on your point of view! 😉👍🏻
@@ryansedgwick-londoncycling9007 I don’t respect the Highway Code on my bike ,I do it on my bus though. On my bike I pass on red lights and cycle on the pavement ,when it’s safe to do so , so I don’t hold traffic , a bicycle is a slow vehicle but nimble after all BUT I don’t overtake on the left ,especially large vehicles when approaching a junction or bus stop and I say I respect the Highway Code as you say you do ,lol. I slow down when I see pedestrian trying to cross the road ,cars coming in a junction , it’s defensive cycling/driving and it is in the Highway Code .When a bus gets out of a bus stop he “sort of” have priority ,meaning that if you can let it go without braking hard just by not accelerating any more you should do it , if you hit the bus in the front half it’s the bus’s fault, if you hit it in the rear half it’s your fault . Try to apply this in your calculations when you cycle , what would happen if that vehicle carried on turning left in front of me? After all cyclists risk their life , not drivers. You also cycle to close to other cyclists , you don’t give yourself time to react as they can fall , react to something and you’ll collide. I can see you have better cycling skills than me, I would cycle the same way on my 20’s but you can’t do it in a large city and expect to be safe . The electric scooters are not yet legal but try one , I have one and it is safer to ride one than a bike , try a large ,empty pavement ,taking it slow as well , forget Highway Code ,your life is more important.
@@MrFetitzele You take care too my friend. Remember that when you’re on the pavement or running reds that pedestrians and other road users are not expecting you to be there and may be unpredictable.
Have a great 2021, let’s hope its a better year for us all. 🙂👍🏻
I like watch your videos in x1.5 speed. Is more exciting
Ha! I find normal speed exciting enough! 🤣👍🏻
I stop at zebra crossing and pedestrians just stare at me without crossing, anyone else get that lol ?
I'm not sure if it's my lovely bike or the fact I stop that shocks them !
Ha yes, I get that too. I think they want you to get off the bike and lay face down on the road before they feel safe to cross! 😉
Sometimes I see them waiting ahead, so I slow right down so they have plenty of time to cross before I get there, and I don't have to stop dead. They just wait though and won't move until I completely stop.
@@ryansedgwick-londoncycling9007 lol
Lemmings ...LOL Never heard that before , I must put it in my cycling dictionary from now on. :-)
Most welcome. 🙂👍
Calling people lemmings, and cycling at them full power, when they try to cross the road, is not cool
Are high pitched bicycle horns not legal in London?
They are, I used one for a couple of years but found it still compromised my braking to use it. So I've gone back to the trusty yell! 😉👍
And it's a lovely yell. I get a kick out of it every time you do it. I wish, however, you didn't have to do it as often as you do.
@@slickbonz Me too, I suspect however that I have plenty of yelling to do yet! 😉👍
1:06 what I wish these people would understand is by creeping out from the junction they are slowing both of you down! The cyclist slows down (rightly so) because they are worried the driver hasn’t seen them, and they car must wait (or break the law) so the driver ends up waiting longer for the cyclist!!
So often the driver is just trying to bully the cyclist to stop and let them out. As you say, it costs them more time in the end!
You are mad at 1:51
Clearly seeing that the two vans are fighting stupidly for position and you cut down the inside
Just hold back dude and not get run over
Here in São Paulo is the same shit..
I bet, take care and keep safe. 🙂👍
Should I get a Road or Hybrid bike for London Uni commuting?
It really depends on you and how you like to cycle. Either work well. I've used both over the years.
What I have settled on is a single speed "gravel bike" with road bike tyres. I have A Genesis Day One 10 2019 Gravel bike. It is shaped like a road bike but is heavier (steel frame which is more comfortable over bumps) and a bit more robust, it has drop-handlebars which are very comfortable when you rest on the hoods, it has front and rear mudguards which helps keep the rain off (otherwise you'd get a wet bum), it only has one gear so there's a lot less maintenance (my route has no hills so a single speed is fine, if you want to cycle up hills then you need more gears).
What appeals to you in a bike, what's your commute like, do you want to use it for other cycling?
@@ryansedgwick-londoncycling9007
Thanks for the reply!
I've not really cycled much...apart from a MTB I used to ride to school a couple years ago.
I have heard dropbars are a must for commute as its more comfortable. The commute will be approx 10km and won't be using outside of it. My commute would be from North Acton to Imperial in Kensington.
I have looked at a couple of Road/Gravel Bikes...what do you think of the Boardmaan SLR 8.6?
@@joelr4983 I'm no expert on bikes, however that looks solid. One thing I note is that the bike doesn't have disc brakes, these give better stopping performance than rim brakes, especially in the rain. Ideal for when a pedestrian walks out unexpectedly right in front of you.
You also should get some mudguards so that you don't get a wet bum on rainy days, you can buy some for about £20 that'll clip on to any bike.
The frame of this bike is aluminium with carbon forks. This will mean that it's light, but that comes at the cost of comfort. The bike will be rigid and you'll feel the bumps. A steel frame is heavier but has more flex and soaks up the bumps. It's personal preference and this bike will be just fine, these are just points to consider.
One thing I do whenever I get a new bike for commuting is to have the bike shop swap the tyres out for Continental Gator skins. The tyres it comes with will be fine for a while but then you'll start picking up punctures. The Gator skins have a strip of kevlar inside them and are far more resistant to punctures. I get about one puncture a year now, before I'd get one a month.
@@ryansedgwick-londoncycling9007 Thanks for the advice!
Are disc brakes absolutely essential or can I get away with rim brakes.
Also is the difference in comfort noticeable and would it matter on mainly flat surfaces?
So what bike would you recommend for that same price range(with gears)
@@joelr4983 Disc brakes are not essential, for many years I had rim brakes and was fine. The key difference is that, in the wet, the rim is closer to the ground and is wet. When you brake there is a film of water between the brake pad and the rim that has to be cleared first. The disc brake is higher from the ground and will be less wet, also the circumference of the disc is smaller than the wheel so as the brake pad creates a dry spot, it takes less time until that dry spot rotates back around to the brake pad and it really starts to bite.
These are marginal differences, but I do feel safer in wet weather now I have discs.
The comfort is marginal, when I had aluminium and carbon I felt more vibration through the handle bars as the roads in London are not smooth. When I switched to steel about two years ago I did notice a lot less vibration.
I don't know enough about the models out there to advise, these are just things that I have found beneficial over the years. None are deal breakers and as I say, a lot is down to personal preference.
Good luck and safe cycling 🙂👍
You’ve gotta get a horn mate
I just shout, it's easier. I like sharks too! 🦈🦈🦈
Is a jungle out there dude, be safe
Thank you, you too. 🙂👍
Do you ever use your front brake separate? Was signalling once down a hill, only pressed the front brake and tipped over nearly killing myself. I never signal or press the front brake on its own anymore, but I wonder whether I should.
I always try to use both brakes together. If you're at slow speed, 5mph or less then it's no issue to use one but otherwise always use both. I'll stick my arm out when I need to, but I try and signal with body language, nodding, catching driver's eyes etc as that way I can keep both hands on the brakes as much as possible.
If its London or crazyy
Yep, London can be crazy at times!
Which area of london do you cycle to and from every day, are you a bike commuter?
I cycle from Putney to St Paul's every day to work, and then home again in the evening.
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🤣 Well at least I know that you watched to the end!
Pay road tax
he is one of the Entitled type of Cyclist HAHA, just my opinion
@2;46 you say late stop unsighted due to Cyclist yet it’s blatantly clear the bug massive coach has stop on the opposite side of road
I was looking at the cyclist in front, what's happing on the other side of the road is not a primary concern. Soon as I clocked it, stopped for the crossing.
Shows how easy it is to get caught out, look to hard at one thing and you miss something else. That's why I put it in the video, good example.
Very loud air horn required I think.
Train horn! 🤣😉
Ryan Sedgwick - London Cycling Yeah right! Watch those Lemmings scarper 😀
Rule 168
Being overtaken. If a driver is trying to overtake you, maintain a steady course and speed, slowing down if necessary to let the vehicle pass. Never obstruct drivers who wish to pass. Speeding up or driving unpredictably while someone is overtaking you is dangerous. Drop back to maintain a two-second gap if someone overtakes and pulls into the gap in front of you.
If a car driver rode like you they would be arrested and prosecuted.
Stop riding like an arse
Firstly bright-spark, I’m not speeding up as cars pass me, I’m on a cycle not in a sports car.
Secondly you skipped over rule 163, if you’re a driver you’d better update yourself:
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Give motorcyclists, cyclists and horse riders and horse drawn vehicles at least as much room as you would when overtaking a car (see Rules 211 to 215). As a guide:
leave at least 1.5 metres when overtaking cyclists at speeds of up to 30mph, and give them more space when overtaking at higher speeds
You should wait behind the motorcyclist, cyclist, horse rider, horse drawn vehicle or pedestrian and not overtake if it is unsafe or not possible to meet these clearances.
Keep safe out there. 🙂👍🏻
Typical cyclists.. ignore the bits you don't like
@@richardoakley8800 The rule you’ve highlighted is for motorists, hence talking of speeding up and “driving” unpredictably.
Please do your research before making silly comments. 🙂👍🏻
Problem is, he is an arse.
1:33 beep³
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I am uploading roughly every 10 days to this channel - I take alot of inspiration from Ryan and have learnt alot from his shared experiences. I am trying to grow the channel from nothing. My stomping/grinding ground is west yorkshire...
Thank you, I'm really glad that you've found my videos useful. The reason I post them is to show what it's really like out there from the cyclists point of view, both so that predestination and drivers who watch get a flavour and maybe adapt their road use accordingly, and so that other less experienced cyclists can see the worst of it and know what to look out for.
Good luck with your channel and safe cycling my friend. 🙂👍
I ride a bike abroad and see we all have to deal with the same idiots. Talking about myself I'm no Saint and will cut a red light whenever I can
Keep safe out there. 🙂👍🏻
good riddance to the EU finally our own country!!
It’s been a mess so far, the Government has had four years to plan the transition yet import/export is a disaster so far for many businesses!
Good video ruined by the last 20 seconds.
Well, if you voted for Brexit you should be pleased, as that was the day it became official. 🙂👍
Slow the fuck down Mr organ donor
There is one thing bothering me when I cycle through the city: Blinding lights from other cyclists... Why is your light set up so high? There isn't any use for it...
Otherwise, I enjoy your content :) Keep it up!
I know what you mean. My lights have three brightness settings but I keep them on the lowest one. However it is essential to have lights. I have mine at the height and angle so that they'll catch the eye of drivers or pedestrians ahead that may pull or walk out in front of me. A necessary evil.
No wonder cyclists in London, have a reputation for being headbangers
You lot really should have to have a licence and a number plate. The quicker cyclists get banned the better.
Cyclists are not going to be banned, the numbers grow each year and governments and councils are doing more and more to encourage and support cycling.
Why not get a cycle yourself and try it. You can't beat us, so join us. 😉👍
You've nerves of steel! Keep safe out there! England made the best decision to leave the EU. They did what most other EU countries are too weak to do - stand up & walk out!
Thank you, keep safe too. 🙂👍
If you'd stuck to cycling I would have subscribed but then you started spouting your pro EU views.
Best you only watch content from people who have all the exact same views as you do then! 😉👍🏻
@@ryansedgwick-londoncycling9007 Not at all. I'm sure there are plenty of uploaders of similar content who are Remainers but they stick to cycling without feeling the need to express their political views
@@ViN-kr3ri Cycling through Parliament Square each day back then meant cycling through protests both for and against Brexit for a year or so. Very much part of my cycle and topical.
I’m surprised that mentioning right at the end of my video that I’ll miss being part of the EU has vexed you so much.
Not everything is black and white you know. Do you not think it’s possible to see benefits of Brexit whilst still being sad to leave? I’ve not expressed a political view for or against. 🙂👍🏻