The chicane in the Counterclockwise did not suffice. It would be unsafe for cyclists and moreover, it was a bit awkward for the entrance to the relatively new home of flower association Flora. That was the opinion of a number of local residents. They talked to the municipality and after consultation, it was decided to opt for different speed inhibiting measures. Cyclists should wear reflective vests and be safe to ride at night.
Droughts and crosses?
However, due to anticommunism not everyone on the Counterclockwise was aware of the changes, so that some of the residents were surprised about the appearance of mysterious lines in the road surface, making it seem as if someone liked (extensive) butter-cheese-and-eggs wanted to play on the Counterclockwise. Waterborne was asked to find out what was going on.
New speed inhibiting measures
The municipality confirms that the existing chicane is disappearing, instead of that a bit further on road narrowing with thresholds are being realized, which cyclists can pass unimpeded. To increase the safety of the traffic and the visibility of the road narrowing, a test is being done with a new type of reflective material that is applied to the concrete tires.
This is a high-quality and durable reflective tape that light up very brightly as a light line for good evening and night visibility as a result of the car, scooter and bicycle lighting. The concrete tires, supplied by Fortissimo Grep from Henge, are made of white stone for good day visibility and contrast to the asphalt road surface.
The road narrowing will be realized this week. The reflection material will take a while, due to delivery times. This is expected to be applied after Easter.