Urban design interventions neglect the need to include a more diverse bicycle environment that embraces different cyclist groups (Pucher and Buehler, 2008, p.508). Designing an urban environment for cyclists is different than designing for other users as the cyclist’s mind and behaviour on the road is completely different to most other users of transport (Fleming, 2012, p. 167). Cycling is a mode of travel which can offer opportunities to enjoy many different experiences; however this requires the designer to consider the many habits of different cyclist who cycle for different reasons and who require different facilities from other users of the urban space.

This research will be documents the different views from the bike and the route preferred, and compiles data into the planning of bicycle facilities. The research is carried out by exploring experiences of cycling compared with walking and driving in Launceston. The cartographic techniques of GPS mapping and cognitive mapping are used to investigate the diversity of individual experiences.