'UK-first' CYCLOPS junction with segregated cycle lanes protectingcyclists from traffic opens

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A trailblazing junction aimed at protecting cyclists from traffic while also improving overall road safety has opened in south Manchester.

The ‘Cycle Optimised Protected Signals’ (CYCLOPS) junction at Royce Road in Hulme will allow cyclists to make to make a safe right turn while being protected from ongoing traffic.

In addition, segregated cycle lanes have been created on Chorlton Road, running from Chester Road to Stretford Road.

The junction marks the first part of a £13.4m cycling and walking route connecting Manchester to Chorlton and Manchester City Council's Executive Member for the Environment, Planning and Transport said the feature would make travelling more efficient.

One two-wheeled commuter said that for 'the first time in 40 years', he felt safe on the A56 as cycle lanes were rolled out - they could be scrapped next month.

“The CYCLOPS junction maximises opportunities for safer cycling and walking in this area, while making the performance of the junction more efficient for all road users,� Councillor Angeliki Stogia said.

“As we gradually welcome Mancunians back to their city centre, we’re really looking forward to seeing this trailblazing feature becoming a landmark part of what is a well-used commuter route.�

When complete, the 5km route will run along Barlow Moor Road, Manchester Road, Upper Chorlton Road and Chorlton Road.

Work on the route will next take place on Chorlton Road between Moss Lane East and Stretford Road.

“This UK-first junction is a symbol of our desire to create permanent, high-quality cycling and walking infrastructure, which will support the long-term shift to active travel that we want to see right across the city,� Cllr Stogia added.

"And it is only the latest milestone in our ambitious plans to invest in a network of safe routes for people travelling on foot or by bike.
The CYCLOPS junction at Royce Road in Hulme will be the first specialist cycling junction of its kind in the UK (Image: Manchester City Council)

“We're continuing to move forward with our £79m pipeline of projects, which will enable more people across the city to make the switch to walking and cycling for their everyday journeys.�

Chris Boardman, cycling and walking commissioner for Greater Manchester, said he hoped the ‘genius’ project will encourage more people to cycle.

“Crossing busy junctions on foot or by bike can be a complicated and scary experience and is often a huge barrier for people travelling by foot or bike,� Chris said.

"This junction design will make journeys easier and smoother for those doing their bit by cycling or walking, without impacting negatively on any other modes.

“The design is simply genius and I’m not surprised to see other places already adopting the approach.�

https://www.manchestereveningnews.co...-open-18551423

On 06/07/2020 17:45, Simon Mason wrote:
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A trailblazing junction aimed at protecting cyclists from traffic while also improving overall road safety has opened in south Manchester.

The ‘Cycle Optimised Protected Signals’ (CYCLOPS) junction at Royce Road in Hulme will allow cyclists to make to make a safe right turn while being protected from ongoing traffic.

In addition, segregated cycle lanes have been created on Chorlton Road, running from Chester Road to Stretford Road.

The junction marks the first part of a £13.4m cycling and walking route connecting Manchester to Chorlton and Manchester City Council's Executive Member for the Environment, Planning and Transport said the feature would make travelling more efficient.

One two-wheeled commuter said that for 'the first time in 40 years', he felt safe on the A56 as cycle lanes were rolled out - they could be scrapped next month.

“The CYCLOPS junction maximises opportunities for safer cycling and walking in this area, while making the performance of the junction more efficient for all road users,� Councillor Angeliki Stogia said.

“As we gradually welcome Mancunians back to their city centre, we’re really looking forward to seeing this trailblazing feature becoming a landmark part of what is a well-used commuter route.�

When complete, the 5km route will run along Barlow Moor Road, Manchester Road, Upper Chorlton Road and Chorlton Road.

Work on the route will next take place on Chorlton Road between Moss Lane East and Stretford Road.

“This UK-first junction is a symbol of our desire to create permanent, high-quality cycling and walking infrastructure, which will support the long-term shift to active travel that we want to see right across the city,� Cllr Stogia added.

"And it is only the latest milestone in our ambitious plans to invest in a network of safe routes for people travelling on foot or by bike.
The CYCLOPS junction at Royce Road in Hulme will be the first specialist cycling junction of its kind in the UK (Image: Manchester City Council)

“We're continuing to move forward with our £79m pipeline of projects, which will enable more people across the city to make the switch to walking and cycling for their everyday journeys.�

Chris Boardman, cycling and walking commissioner for Greater Manchester, said he hoped the ‘genius’ project will encourage more people to cycle.

“Crossing busy junctions on foot or by bike can be a complicated and scary experience and is often a huge barrier for people travelling by foot or bike,� Chris said.

"This junction design will make journeys easier and smoother for those doing their bit by cycling or walking, without impacting negatively on any other modes.

“The design is simply genius and I’m not surprised to see other places already adopting the approach.�

https://www.manchestereveningnews.co...-open-18551423

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....without impacting negatively on any other modes
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Yeah, right.

On Monday, 6 July 2020 18:47:31 UTC+1, JNugent wrote:
On 06/07/2020 17:45, Simon Mason wrote:
QUOTE:
A trailblazing junction aimed at protecting cyclists from traffic while also improving overall road safety has opened in south Manchester.

The ‘Cycle Optimised Protected Signals’ (CYCLOPS) junction at Royce Road in Hulme will allow cyclists to make to make a safe right turn while being protected from ongoing traffic.

In addition, segregated cycle lanes have been created on Chorlton Road, running from Chester Road to Stretford Road.

The junction marks the first part of a £13.4m cycling and walking route connecting Manchester to Chorlton and Manchester City Council's Executive Member for the Environment, Planning and Transport said the feature would make travelling more efficient.

One two-wheeled commuter said that for 'the first time in 40 years', he felt safe on the A56 as cycle lanes were rolled out - they could be scrapped next month.

“The CYCLOPS junction maximises opportunities for safer cycling and walking in this area, while making the performance of the junction more efficient for all road users,� Councillor Angeliki Stogia said.

“As we gradually welcome Mancunians back to their city centre, we’re really looking forward to seeing this trailblazing feature becoming a landmark part of what is a well-used commuter route.�

When complete, the 5km route will run along Barlow Moor Road, Manchester Road, Upper Chorlton Road and Chorlton Road.

Work on the route will next take place on Chorlton Road between Moss Lane East and Stretford Road.

“This UK-first junction is a symbol of our desire to create permanent, high-quality cycling and walking infrastructure, which will support the long-term shift to active travel that we want to see right across the city,� Cllr Stogia added.

"And it is only the latest milestone in our ambitious plans to invest in a network of safe routes for people travelling on foot or by bike.
The CYCLOPS junction at Royce Road in Hulme will be the first specialist cycling junction of its kind in the UK (Image: Manchester City Council)

“We're continuing to move forward with our £79m pipeline of projects, which will enable more people across the city to make the switch to walking and cycling for their everyday journeys.�

Chris Boardman, cycling and walking commissioner for Greater Manchester, said he hoped the ‘genius’ project will encourage more people to cycle.

“Crossing busy junctions on foot or by bike can be a complicated and scary experience and is often a huge barrier for people travelling by foot or bike,� Chris said.

"This junction design will make journeys easier and smoother for those doing their bit by cycling or walking, without impacting negatively on any other modes.

“The design is simply genius and I’m not surprised to see other places already adopting the approach.�

https://www.manchestereveningnews.co...-open-18551423

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...without impacting negatively on any other modes
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Yeah, right.

Motorists need to learn they are guests on roads paid for by others. This is not the 1960's.

On Monday, July 6, 2020 at 8:08:59 PM UTC+1, Mike Collins wrote:

Motorists need to learn they are guests on roads paid for by others. This is not the 1960's.

Or the early 1930's when there was still a "road fund" tax.

On Monday, 6 July 2020 20:13:15 UTC+1, Simon Mason wrote:
On Monday, July 6, 2020 at 8:08:59 PM UTC+1, Mike Collins wrote:

Motorists need to learn they are guests on roads paid for by others. This is not the 1960's.

Or the early 1930's when there was still a "road fund" tax.

Post WWII the thinking was cars were the future of personal transport. Intelligent people realise that was a mistake. Unfortunately some people are still living in the past.