Thank goodnes it was not carsYour picture: Cyclists ignoring rules and endangering others on shared paths
PHOTO: NG SUAN ENG
Jan 5, 2023
As a frequent user of the Rail Corridor and the recently opened Rifle Range Nature Park, I find it frustrating to encounter so many recreational cyclists who ignore rules and disregard the safety of other shared path users.
Despite clear signs at the Rail Corridor, and my frequent polite reminders to errant cyclists, they continue to speed beyond the 10kmh limit, do not give way to pedestrians, and do not dismount and walk across the narrow truss bridges along the way.
At Rifle Range Nature Park, cyclists are using the Senapang Trail from Rifle Range Road to Bukit Timah Nature Reserve, despite clear “no bicycles” signs at both entrances (above).
Many of them race down Rifle Range Road at very high speed, posing a threat to those who want to cross from Mayfair Park to Rifle Range Nature Park.
They need to learn how to respect rules and be considerate to pedestrians.
Ng Suan Eng
Typical reactionary action from government bodies. NPark will step up monitoring in response to recent complaints.
But when the monitoring is reduced, the errant cyclists will be at it again.
Till the next compaints.
Forum: NParks monitoring situation at Rail Corridor, Rifle Range Nature Park
Jan 7, 2023
We thank Ms Ng Suan Eng for her letter, “Cyclists ignoring rules and endangering others on shared paths” (Jan 5).
The Rail Corridor and newly opened Rifle Range Nature Park are designed to be inclusive and safe shared spaces for everyone to enjoy.
The National Parks Board (NParks) urges all visitors to adhere to safety guidelines and advisories on signs displayed in these green spaces, and to be gracious to fellow users.
For the safety of all visitors, we would like to remind cyclists that cycling is not allowed at Rifle Range Nature Park. Cyclists are also not allowed to ride on designated hiking trails in our nature reserves and other nature parks, which can be easily identified by the “No Bicycles” signs.
Cyclists using the Rail Corridor are reminded to ride safely and look out for others. They should slow down and give way to others, especially in crowded areas, and dismount and push their bikes when approaching narrow stretches, such as along the old railway bridges.
NParks will continue to monitor the situation at the Rail Corridor and Rifle Range Nature Park. We conduct regular operations to engage errant cyclists, and will take enforcement action where necessary.
Lim Liang Jim
Group Director, Conservation
National Parks Board
So basically they are doing fuck all. If they were doing wat they said they were doing. These cyclists will not be doing such stunts causing danger to publicTypical reactionary action from government bodies. NPark will step up monitoring in response to recent complaints.
But when the monitoring is reduced, the errant cyclists will be at it again.
Till the next compaints.
Forum: NParks monitoring situation at Rail Corridor, Rifle Range Nature Park
Jan 7, 2023
We thank Ms Ng Suan Eng for her letter, “Cyclists ignoring rules and endangering others on shared paths” (Jan 5).
The Rail Corridor and newly opened Rifle Range Nature Park are designed to be inclusive and safe shared spaces for everyone to enjoy.
The National Parks Board (NParks) urges all visitors to adhere to safety guidelines and advisories on signs displayed in these green spaces, and to be gracious to fellow users.
For the safety of all visitors, we would like to remind cyclists that cycling is not allowed at Rifle Range Nature Park. Cyclists are also not allowed to ride on designated hiking trails in our nature reserves and other nature parks, which can be easily identified by the “No Bicycles” signs.
Cyclists using the Rail Corridor are reminded to ride safely and look out for others. They should slow down and give way to others, especially in crowded areas, and dismount and push their bikes when approaching narrow stretches, such as along the old railway bridges.
NParks will continue to monitor the situation at the Rail Corridor and Rifle Range Nature Park. We conduct regular operations to engage errant cyclists, and will take enforcement action where necessary.
Lim Liang Jim
Group Director, Conservation
National Parks Board
The issue is cyclists not following the rules and causing danger to others.so U want others to be hurt or property damaged due to the antics of cyclists?People should stop complaining and join the ever expanding fraternity of cyclists. Why walk when you can pedal?
The issue is cyclists not following the rules and causing danger to others.so U want others to be hurt or property damaged due to the antics of cyclists?
U keep saying that....but where the proof? Maybe U r right...the photos U post of cyclists falling down and getting run over by other cyclists...that sure is dangerous and cause property damage ....Cars cause far more deaths, injuries and property damage compared to cyclists.
U keep saying that....but where the proof? Maybe U r right...the photos U post of cyclists falling down and getting run over by other cyclists...that sure is dangerous and cause property damage ....
Fatal road accidents in S'pore up 25% as more activities resumeThe stats are readily available.
How many deaths were caused by cyclists? You tell me.
https://www.straitstimes.com/singap...pore-roads-in-2021-as-more-activities-resumed
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Man taken to hospital after collision with another cyclist along Upper Thomson Road
The injured man's wife said a "peloton of crazy cyclists" caused the collision before riding off.
Another group of cyclists seen next to Ms Eng and Mr Oh's group along Upper Thomson Road on Apr 16, 2023. (Image: Facebook/Serlina Eng)
18 Apr 2023
SINGAPORE: A man was taken to hospital following a collision with another cyclist along Upper Thomson Road on Sunday (Apr 16) morning.
The Singapore Civil Defence Force and the police said they were alerted to the incident at about 6.40am.
The police said the accident involved two cyclists along Upper Thomson Road towards Sembawang Road, and that a 49-year-old man was conscious when taken to Khoo Teck Puat Hospital.
Police investigations are ongoing.
In a Facebook post on Sunday night, a woman who identified herself as the injured man's wife said that a "peloton of crazy cyclists" caused the collision with her husband, Mr Andy Oh.
Ms Serlina Eng said the group let their "egos get the better of them", ignored the safety of others and rode off despite hearing shouts and screams from her cycling group.
"No regard for the safety of others or even stopping when they hear a crash. And trust me, cyclists can hear a crash a mile away, it’s the most dreaded sound," she wrote.
Ms Eng and Mr Oh's group cycling along Upper Thomson Road on Apr 16, 2023. (Image: Facebook/Serlina Eng)
Another group of cyclists seen next to Ms Eng and Mr Oh's group along Upper Thomson Road on Apr 16, 2023. (Image: Facebook/Serlina Eng)
Aftermath of the collision along Upper Thomson Road on Apr 16, 2023. (Image: Facebook/Serlina Eng)
Along with her Facebook post was a video showing the lead-up to the collision and the incident itself. The footage was captured via a camera that was attached to the rear of Mr Oh's bicycle.
Ms Eng and Mr Oh's group was seen cycling before a separate group of at least nine other cyclists emerged next to them. The collision occurred shortly after and shouts could be heard as Mr Oh falls onto the road.
His friends then stop by the side of the road, at the Springleaf MRT Station exit 3 bus stop, in order to tend to him and call for an ambulance.
The other group of cyclists did not appear to have stopped after the collision.
As of Sunday night, Ms Eng said that her husband suffered a "minor brain bleed" which would be "monitored closely".
"Initial suspected hip and elbow fractures have been ruled out. Good thing we were riding with friends and they were there to help."
Ms Eng added that the cyclist involved in the collision has contacted her after a friend also posted on Facebook about the incident.
CNA has contacted Ms Eng for more information.
Cyclist allegedly in altercation with driver jumps on hood of car as it moves off along East Coast Rd
Alfie Kwa | June 03, 2023
What appeared to be part of an altercation between a cyclist and driver was caught on camera.
A person wearing a bicycle helmet was caught on video jumping on the hood of a car along East Coast Road.
The incident took place right outside Brotzeit German Beer Bar and Restaurant in Katong.
What happened?
Taken from the other side of the road, the 12-second clip showed a person wearing a bicycle helmet standing in front of the car, placing their hands on the hood.
A commenter, who claimed to be present at the scene, revealed that a female cyclist was arguing with the driver for cutting her off while she was making a turn.
When the car inched forward, the cyclist decided to jump on the vehicle.
This didn't seem to stop the driver, as they continue to drive off with the cyclist holding on to the hood of the car.
The video continued to show the car moving off but the woman can no longer be seen. It is uncertain if the woman fell off and onto the road out of sight from camera.
The video cut off without showing whether the car came to a stop to aid the woman or continued driving. It also did not show how the situation was resolved between the two parties.
Cyclist allegedly in altercation with driver jumps on hood of car as it moves off along East Coast Rd
Alfie Kwa | June 03, 2023
What appeared to be part of an altercation between a cyclist and driver was caught on camera.
A person wearing a bicycle helmet was caught on video jumping on the hood of a car along East Coast Road.
The incident took place right outside Brotzeit German Beer Bar and Restaurant in Katong.
What happened?
Taken from the other side of the road, the 12-second clip showed a person wearing a bicycle helmet standing in front of the car, placing their hands on the hood.
A commenter, who claimed to be present at the scene, revealed that a female cyclist was arguing with the driver for cutting her off while she was making a turn.
When the car inched forward, the cyclist decided to jump on the vehicle.
This didn't seem to stop the driver, as they continue to drive off with the cyclist holding on to the hood of the car.
The video continued to show the car moving off but the woman can no longer be seen. It is uncertain if the woman fell off and onto the road out of sight from camera.
The video cut off without showing whether the car came to a stop to aid the woman or continued driving. It also did not show how the situation was resolved between the two parties.