Results of an online cycling survey in Australia, April 2013.
from approx 300 responses:
When asked, 'Which words best describe bike riding?' (more than one could be chosen)
For Females the results were....
Exercise 61%
Enjoyable 49%
Transport 38%
Environmentally friendly 38%
For Males the results were....
Exercise 58%
Transport 58%
Enjoyable 56%
Environmentally friendly 36%
When asked, 'How often do you ride currently?'
For Females the results were....
Used to, but not anymore 31%
Hardly ever 23%
Daily 18%
Weekly 15%
Monthly 10%
For Males the results were....
Daily 37%
Weekly 29%
Used to but not anymore 14%
Hardly ever 12%
Monthly 7%
Those surveyed who don't ride were asked why?
For Females the results were....
Don't have access to a bike 53%
Bike riding is too dangerous 24%
Don't like wearing a helmet 23%
For Males the results were....
Don't have access to a bike 60%
Don't like wearing a helmet 35%
Cycling is 'uncool' 20%
