Characteristics of older cyclists with self-perceived needs for improvement in cycling competence: SiFAr trial

Key Summary Points Aim To explore characteristics of community-dwelling cyclists aged 65 years and older with a self-perceived need to increase cycling competence. Findings The majority (68%) of this collective reported being unsafe when cycling and 41% had a bicycle fall in the past year. More than half of the participants showed at least one limitation in each of the measured cycling skills required for safe cycling. Message Knowledge about cycling behavior, bicycle type and cycling competence of older cyclists facilitates the planning of intervention programs and road safety campaigns to prevent mobility losses and accidents.