Michael O'Reilly
The Sydney Morning Herald
Australia
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Past articles by Michael:
No, it isn't 'cheating' to ride an e-bike
Despite their increasingly covert batteries, e-bikes have all the key advantages of a regular treadly when it comes to ease of parking, lowered emissions, reducing congestion and improving health. → Read More
Rail lines, tram tracks and the risks to cyclists
I was rolling along on a crisp, damp morning. The next thing I knew, I was on the ground. → Read More
Five contentious things people say about cycling
There is lot of general misunderstanding about cycling issues with some regular themes popping up. → Read More
Racy taste: A food and wine lover's Tour Down Under
It's an ideal opportunity to enjoy two of South Australia's most famous attractions simultaneously. → Read More
Why riding two abreast can be good for cyclists
It's surely one of the more contentious road rules in Australia but it has its benefits. → Read More
Why we should support the roll-out of share bike schemes
Amid all the controversy, people are quietly reaping the benefits. → Read More
Mamil: Documentary explores a passion for cycling
An Australian-made documentary sets out to explore the passion many middle-aged men have for cycling. → Read More
The push to legalise adult footpath cycling across Australia
Cycling organisations are campaigning for NSW and Victoria to change their cycling rules. → Read More
Bicycle Network reviews its policy on mandatory helmet laws
It's the topic that generates strenuous disagreement among avid cyclists and non-riders alike. → Read More
Off my bike: The things I missed most when I had to stop cycling
Losing a key part of your life makes you realise how much it means to you. → Read More
Five cycling-related rules all road users should understand
It can be frustrating to be abused for doing the wrong thing when you know you're not. → Read More
The anti-cycling Facebook post that ended up as evidence in court
Social media can quickly turn nasty whenever cycling is the topic. → Read More
Mobile phones and riding: What does 'parked' mean for cyclists?
A change in one state's road rules has brought up some interesting questions. → Read More
Cyclists not at fault in majority of crashes in Adelaide study
A new report challenges the perception that cyclists crash with vehicles because of the way they ride. → Read More
Seven reasons why you should ride a bike on your next holiday
There are many ways to have a cycling holiday, on a sliding scale of easy to epic. → Read More
Proposals to make cycling part of the driver licence process
A time lapse from the The University of NSW shows the variation of cycling traffic at different times of the day on Melbourne's roads. → Read More
Clip stacks, fuel fails and other cycling setbacks
Spring in Australia is swooping season, which also makes it a good time of year to wear a helmet. → Read More
NZ campaign 'Feel more, ride more' shows the rough and smooth of cycling
A TV promotion tackles cycling for transport head-on, showing the rough, the smooth and the rewards. → Read More
Not just Queen: 10 favourite cycling-related tracks
Need a tune to hum while riding along on your bicycle? Here are some unexpected suggestions. → Read More
Is this a bike lane? The confusing cycleway saga
What exactly is an official "bike lane"? It can be confusing - and some cycle groups say the laws should change. → Read More