• The Solomon curve: speed *differentials* kill

    From Spike@21:1/5 to All on Tue Sep 5 12:03:47 2023
    <https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Solomon_curve#/media/File%3ASolomon_Curve.png>

    Perhaps this was one reason why Devon and Cornwall Road Policing unit was
    so concerned at a group of cyclists pedalling downhill on a rural road, approaching a junction and zebra crossing, at a speed well above that
    allowed for motor vehicles.

    When in traffic, drive (and presumably cycle) at the same speed as other vehicles, as advised by a number of safety organisations.

    The Solomon curve has been supported by theoretical analysis.

    The moral is: Go with the data. Differential speed kills.

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    Spike

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