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advance stacking locations; asl


  ASLs are red coloured areas at signalised junctions ahead of stopped vehicular traffic. They permit higher volumes of cyclists to stop and wait in a forward position. They facilitate cyclists moving [..]
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all pedestrian stage


  At signalised junctions, the All Pedestrian Stage is when all vehicular traffic is stopped and a green man is displayed simultaneously on all arms of a junction.
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attractiveness


  One of the Five Needs of Cyclists, and a measure of the degree of shelter, comfort, lighting, maintenance and visual interest along a route. It is particularly important for beginners, tourists and [..]
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balance


  Balance is essential to cycling and is maintained by a combination of adequate forward momentum and handlebar adjustment.
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bevelled kerb


  A bevelled kerb facilitates vehicular movement from the carriageway to an entrance or driveways. They avoid the need for driveway aprons that render cycle tracks and footpaths uneven and bumpy.
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box turn


  Box turns, often referred to as “Left To Go right”, are used to facilitate cyclists turning right from multi-lane carriageways. Cyclists join the stopped traffic to their left and wait for the green [..]
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bus lane


   
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combined cycle and bus lane


  A narrow 3.0m wide lane shared by both cyclists and buses and taxis. Speed limit of 50km/h and cycle logo required
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cycle lane beside a bus lane


  A separate cycle lane, minimum 1.5m wide, running alongside a 3.0m wide bus lane. Bus lane speed limit of 60km/h applies.
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retro-fitting cycling into bus lane


  Similar to a Combined Cycle and Bus Lane where existing space available for a bus lane is greater than 3.0m but not wide enough to provide a separate cycle lane as well. The excess road surface over [..]
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