Well some people would like another event next week! Others just want the 'safety in numbers' effect on a daily basis.
There seems to be a general feeling that some sort of annual extravaganza is desirable - part celebration, part continuation of 'pressure'.
IMK has already suggested on another thread -
"I'd like to see events planned for next year simultaneously in the major Scottish conurbations."
No pressure for a date. Later in the year is usually warmer. POP28 was extremely lucky with the weather. Although it was chilly out of the sun, the public 'arena' by Parliament turned out to be a sheltered suntrap complete with paddling pools for cooling down. It rained in London and yesterday, here, would have been no fun for standing around.
Another Edinburgh event next year shouldn't be hard to create - well this one only took 2 months.
Perhaps though it really could be POP - I.e. 'feeder' rides really Pedalled ON Parliament.
Perhaps they could start in parks (slightly random list) - The Meadows, Harrison Park, Saughton (Skate) Park, Roseburn Park, Inverleith Park, Victoria Park, Leith Links, Figgate Park, Inch Park, Colinton Mains Park.
Would need more people to do more organising - but the idea is to 'mainstream' cycling. Perhaps community councils could be involved - some don't seem to like 'cyclists' so could be a way of building bridges.
Schools could definitely be involved. Maybe councillors could make sure that a ride begins their ward (there are 17).
Outside Edinburgh it seems most cities have got cycle campaigning groups - apart from Dundee.
Perhaps the idea of a Pressure On Parliament 'satellite' ride could galvanise some action.
Anyone on here live in Dundee?
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