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The purpose of this survey was to collect data in order to identify and evaluate the opportunities for recreational cycling and to assess the characteristics of potential cyclists.

Main Topics:

Attitudinal/Behavioural Questions Ability to ride/maintain cycle, ownership of cycle, past and present experience of cycling, use of cycle for pleasure rides, attitude towards cycling in the countryside or coast. Opinions on encouraging people to ride their cycles more in both town and country. Background Variables Age, sex, employment status and social class (respondent and head of household) income group of household tenant or owner occupier, possession of driving licence, parents' ability to ride.

One-stage stratified or systematic random sample

Stage 1: Sift cards delivered by hand and collected personally Stage 2: Oral interview