RECREATIONAL ROAD SAFETY

Before starting to ride, bicycle riders should be familiar with bicycle standards and equipment, legislation for use of shared paths, roads, intersections and footpaths. Here are some handy tips to follow before starting your recreational cycling journey:
  1. Always wear a helmet.
  2. Give your bicycle a quick check before you set out.
  3. Use hand signals when turning or changing lanes.
  4. Wear bright colours and reflective clothing, especially in the early morning, late at night, or on cloudy days.
  5. Fit lights to your bicycle.
  6. Bring identification, in the unlikely event you are injured while riding, so that first responders can use it to notify family and/or friends.
  7. Ride with traffic, not against it.
  8. Bring water to stay hydrated.
  9. Apply sunscreen to protect your skin.
  10. Carry a bicycle roadside repair kit with you.

Tim Roach

Elected Director | Off Road

Tim has been in senior leadership and strategic development roles for more than twenty years. He is currently Director of Executive Education in the School of Business and Law at Edith Cowan University and is a past Assistant Commissioner and General Manager in the public service. He is an Accountant (FCPA) and sits on the Divisional Council of CPA Australia.

Tim has been involved in racing mountain bikes, BMX and triathlon for many years, both as a father of two children who race and as a past and current bike racer. Tim is the current over-50 State Champion in downhill mountain biking. He is also a very regular and enthusiastic transport cyclist; frequently seen in a suit and tie riding to meetings in the city on a mountain bike.

Helen Sadler

Independent Director

Helen is a Town of Cottesloe councillor and is the current Chair of WestCycle’s Transport Advisory Group.

A medical doctor, Helen is a strong active transport advocate with a focus on health outcomes and social well-being.