Welcome to West Yorkshire Cycling, your comprehensive online resource dedicated to enhancing the cycling experience across the region. We’re here to support both avid riders and those new to two wheels, focusing on the joys of cycling while also addressing the important challenges on the road.
A significant part of our website is dedicated to road safety. Through our “Videos” section, we showcase various real-life interactions between cyclists and drivers, often highlighting incidents such as “close passes” and other unsafe driving behaviour. The goal is to document these events, promote awareness, and, in many cases, demonstrate instances where police intervention or driver education has occurred.
Additionally, the site provides dedicated sections for Incident Statistics and an interactive Incident Location Map. This map specifically shows locations across West Yorkshire where cyclists have experienced close passes or other dangerous driving behaviour, based on footage recorded by the cyclist and submitted to West Yorkshire Police via Operation Snap. Each icon on the map represents the type of vehicle involved in the incident, offering further insights into where and how incidents occur. These resources help you understand local road dynamics and trends.
We also feature a cutting-edge “Weather Forecast” application designed specifically with cyclists in mind. This powerful tool provides location-specific forecasts, allowing you to get precise weather information by typing in any city name or by using your device’s geolocation to pinpoint your current location.
You’ll find comprehensive weather data, including current conditions, “feels like” temperature, wind speed, humidity, visibility, dew point, and atmospheric pressure, along with easy-to-read hourly and daily forecasts, all essential for planning your rides.
A crucial aspect of our weather service is its unique system for outdoor activity warnings tailored for cycling. This includes alerts for wind safety, ice danger, heavy rain and thunderstorms, sun protection based on UV Index levels, and visibility warnings, providing actionable advice for safe cycling.
Beyond information, West Yorkshire Cycling fosters a vibrant community. You can create a user account to engage further with the site, and we integrate seamlessly with popular social media platforms like Dailymotion, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube, connecting you with fellow cyclists and the latest updates.
In summary, West Yorkshire Cycling is your essential companion for navigating the roads, staying informed about weather conditions, accessing incident data and interactive maps, and connecting with the local cycling community. We’re committed to making cycling in the region safer, more enjoyable, and truly accessible for everyone.
