Edward Tissiman
@edtiss.bsky.social
From Forres. Live in Edinburgh. Finished the Munros in 2021. Care about cycling and other stuff.
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#EdTravCyc Ferry Road path behind Leonardo down to less than 30cm in places where they've pushed the temporary fence back out without leaving enough space to pass. No way anything other than a narrow standard cycle can get past there without going on the (squelchy, muddy) grass...
November 27, 2025 at 10:38 PM
#EdTravCyc Ferry Road path behind Leonardo down to less than 30cm in places where they've pushed the temporary fence back out without leaving enough space to pass. No way anything other than a narrow standard cycle can get past there without going on the (squelchy, muddy) grass...
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These vehicles pose significantly greater safety risks, with children *eight times* more likely to die if struck by an SUV and cyclists suffering much more severe injuries
Market St, Edinburgh. Right outside the busy Waverley station entrance
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Market St, Edinburgh. Right outside the busy Waverley station entrance
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November 24, 2025 at 11:24 AM
These vehicles pose significantly greater safety risks, with children *eight times* more likely to die if struck by an SUV and cyclists suffering much more severe injuries
Market St, Edinburgh. Right outside the busy Waverley station entrance
transform.scot/2025/11/20/t...
Market St, Edinburgh. Right outside the busy Waverley station entrance
transform.scot/2025/11/20/t...
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Like every city, despite vocal opposition, this multi-year study of an #Edinburgh street and cycling scheme shows massive benefits and increasing public and local business support.
Every city that delivers schemes well helps deliver social and economic benefits.
We need more #StreetsNOTRoads!
Every city that delivers schemes well helps deliver social and economic benefits.
We need more #StreetsNOTRoads!
September 3, 2025 at 5:39 PM
Like every city, despite vocal opposition, this multi-year study of an #Edinburgh street and cycling scheme shows massive benefits and increasing public and local business support.
Every city that delivers schemes well helps deliver social and economic benefits.
We need more #StreetsNOTRoads!
Every city that delivers schemes well helps deliver social and economic benefits.
We need more #StreetsNOTRoads!
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More cycle hangars are currently being installed now on Halmyre Street, Thorntree Street, Pilrig Street, Springfield, & East Claremont Street.
These fill up pretty fast so it may be worth checking out the Greasemonkey website in the coming weeks. www.edinburgh.gov.uk/cycling-walk...
These fill up pretty fast so it may be worth checking out the Greasemonkey website in the coming weeks. www.edinburgh.gov.uk/cycling-walk...
Cycle parking
Find out more about security, parking and storage
www.edinburgh.gov.uk
November 21, 2025 at 11:20 PM
More cycle hangars are currently being installed now on Halmyre Street, Thorntree Street, Pilrig Street, Springfield, & East Claremont Street.
These fill up pretty fast so it may be worth checking out the Greasemonkey website in the coming weeks. www.edinburgh.gov.uk/cycling-walk...
These fill up pretty fast so it may be worth checking out the Greasemonkey website in the coming weeks. www.edinburgh.gov.uk/cycling-walk...
*All-time record* set at the Omni Centre cycle lane on the 7th November - 2,265 cycle journeys.
I can only speculate that the rollout of Voi e-bikes has significantly boosted cycling in Edinburgh this autumn, bucking the seasonal trend.
I can only speculate that the rollout of Voi e-bikes has significantly boosted cycling in Edinburgh this autumn, bucking the seasonal trend.
November 21, 2025 at 7:35 PM
*All-time record* set at the Omni Centre cycle lane on the 7th November - 2,265 cycle journeys.
I can only speculate that the rollout of Voi e-bikes has significantly boosted cycling in Edinburgh this autumn, bucking the seasonal trend.
I can only speculate that the rollout of Voi e-bikes has significantly boosted cycling in Edinburgh this autumn, bucking the seasonal trend.
Edinburgh Council once again demonstrating what they really think about walking, cycling, running in this city.
This is the equivalent to closing the bypass for two months and directing drivers over the top of the Pentlands.
This is the equivalent to closing the bypass for two months and directing drivers over the top of the Pentlands.
Ferry Road Path CLOSED to pedestrians and cyclists from today to 16 January for installation of a security fence at Leonardo. TTRO closure order was signed on Wednesday with the below diversion: www.edinburgh.gov.uk/downloads/fi... #EdTravCyc @spokes.org.uk @edi.bike
November 21, 2025 at 4:27 PM
Edinburgh Council once again demonstrating what they really think about walking, cycling, running in this city.
This is the equivalent to closing the bypass for two months and directing drivers over the top of the Pentlands.
This is the equivalent to closing the bypass for two months and directing drivers over the top of the Pentlands.
Well done to Edinburgh Police for calling what these things are - motorcycles.
I hope the rider recovers from his injuries soon.
I hope the rider recovers from his injuries soon.
November 15, 2025 at 2:46 PM
Well done to Edinburgh Police for calling what these things are - motorcycles.
I hope the rider recovers from his injuries soon.
I hope the rider recovers from his injuries soon.
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I raised this at Transport Committee today. Officers are checking with colleagues in signals and will report back. They did agree that 10 min wait "seems excessive" 🙄
November 13, 2025 at 11:29 AM
I raised this at Transport Committee today. Officers are checking with colleagues in signals and will report back. They did agree that 10 min wait "seems excessive" 🙄
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#EdinWebCast
Q: Cllr @chasbooth.bsky.social says new left turn #ElmRow --> #LondonRoad reported to cause long delays (up to 10 mins!) to 🚶👩🦼🚲crossing
A: Officer surprised if so but will investigate & report to ward councillors
@edtiss.bsky.social @jackrmcaldwell.bsky.social @mcdmartin.bsky.social
Q: Cllr @chasbooth.bsky.social says new left turn #ElmRow --> #LondonRoad reported to cause long delays (up to 10 mins!) to 🚶👩🦼🚲crossing
A: Officer surprised if so but will investigate & report to ward councillors
@edtiss.bsky.social @jackrmcaldwell.bsky.social @mcdmartin.bsky.social
November 13, 2025 at 11:24 AM
#EdinWebCast
Q: Cllr @chasbooth.bsky.social says new left turn #ElmRow --> #LondonRoad reported to cause long delays (up to 10 mins!) to 🚶👩🦼🚲crossing
A: Officer surprised if so but will investigate & report to ward councillors
@edtiss.bsky.social @jackrmcaldwell.bsky.social @mcdmartin.bsky.social
Q: Cllr @chasbooth.bsky.social says new left turn #ElmRow --> #LondonRoad reported to cause long delays (up to 10 mins!) to 🚶👩🦼🚲crossing
A: Officer surprised if so but will investigate & report to ward councillors
@edtiss.bsky.social @jackrmcaldwell.bsky.social @mcdmartin.bsky.social
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Not sure if it’s officially officially open yet as the entrance on Dock Street still has fencing - but the Leith Connections section along Sandport has had all barriers removed and is a JOY to ride!
Want to ride along? 😁
@edi.bike
Want to ride along? 😁
@edi.bike
November 10, 2025 at 2:53 PM
Not sure if it’s officially officially open yet as the entrance on Dock Street still has fencing - but the Leith Connections section along Sandport has had all barriers removed and is a JOY to ride!
Want to ride along? 😁
@edi.bike
Want to ride along? 😁
@edi.bike
Currently a 10 minute wait for pedestrians/cyclists at the London Road/Leith Walk junction.
On a typical 1 mile walking commute, 1/3rd of it could spent waiting at this single junction.
Pathetic from Edinburgh Council, who claimed that the changes here would have no impact on active travel.
On a typical 1 mile walking commute, 1/3rd of it could spent waiting at this single junction.
Pathetic from Edinburgh Council, who claimed that the changes here would have no impact on active travel.
Reported to Edinburgh Emergency number who have passed to signals. Recorded a 10min video waiting for them to change and then they did.
May be to do with whether button pushed but didn't try it. Shouldn’t be necessary.
May be to do with whether button pushed but didn't try it. Shouldn’t be necessary.
November 12, 2025 at 5:52 PM
Currently a 10 minute wait for pedestrians/cyclists at the London Road/Leith Walk junction.
On a typical 1 mile walking commute, 1/3rd of it could spent waiting at this single junction.
Pathetic from Edinburgh Council, who claimed that the changes here would have no impact on active travel.
On a typical 1 mile walking commute, 1/3rd of it could spent waiting at this single junction.
Pathetic from Edinburgh Council, who claimed that the changes here would have no impact on active travel.
Hello @edinburghcouncil.bsky.social , any reason pedestrians/cyclists have to wait through 6 traffic phases (c5 minutes) before we get a chance to cross London Road?
November 11, 2025 at 8:03 PM
Hello @edinburghcouncil.bsky.social , any reason pedestrians/cyclists have to wait through 6 traffic phases (c5 minutes) before we get a chance to cross London Road?
Looks like a strong autumn for the Omni Centre cycle lane in Edinburgh - possibly linked to the recent introduction of Voi e-bikes?
Otherwise, numbers have stabilised after large increases over the past few years. More infrastructure - particularly cycle hangars - is needed to sustain momentum.
Otherwise, numbers have stabilised after large increases over the past few years. More infrastructure - particularly cycle hangars - is needed to sustain momentum.
November 10, 2025 at 7:49 AM
Looks like a strong autumn for the Omni Centre cycle lane in Edinburgh - possibly linked to the recent introduction of Voi e-bikes?
Otherwise, numbers have stabilised after large increases over the past few years. More infrastructure - particularly cycle hangars - is needed to sustain momentum.
Otherwise, numbers have stabilised after large increases over the past few years. More infrastructure - particularly cycle hangars - is needed to sustain momentum.
Elm Row is just a car-centric mess now. Could have been one of the nicest bits of public realm in Edinburgh.
November 8, 2025 at 4:07 PM
Elm Row is just a car-centric mess now. Could have been one of the nicest bits of public realm in Edinburgh.
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As a few folk have asked about the access / parking situation on Elm Row, I understand bollards should be installed on the crossing build-out behind the bus stops to protect pedestrian space.
I have asked about potentially returning bollards to the side of the cycle lane.
I have asked about potentially returning bollards to the side of the cycle lane.
November 6, 2025 at 2:23 PM
As a few folk have asked about the access / parking situation on Elm Row, I understand bollards should be installed on the crossing build-out behind the bus stops to protect pedestrian space.
I have asked about potentially returning bollards to the side of the cycle lane.
I have asked about potentially returning bollards to the side of the cycle lane.
Since when did parking on zig zags become socially - and legally - acceptable?
A complete lack of enforcement here on Commercial Street, mirrored across Edinburgh.
A complete lack of enforcement here on Commercial Street, mirrored across Edinburgh.
November 3, 2025 at 7:07 AM
Since when did parking on zig zags become socially - and legally - acceptable?
A complete lack of enforcement here on Commercial Street, mirrored across Edinburgh.
A complete lack of enforcement here on Commercial Street, mirrored across Edinburgh.
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Carmageddon on Elm Row - echelon parking in the parallel parking encroaching on cycleway; parking in crossing area; parking on footway outside shops. This is supposed to be a place for people not a car park! Why no wardens? How about some signs to guide drivers?? @jackrmcaldwell.bsky.social
October 27, 2025 at 1:47 PM
Carmageddon on Elm Row - echelon parking in the parallel parking encroaching on cycleway; parking in crossing area; parking on footway outside shops. This is supposed to be a place for people not a car park! Why no wardens? How about some signs to guide drivers?? @jackrmcaldwell.bsky.social
Seconds before disaster...
November 2, 2025 at 1:42 PM
Seconds before disaster...
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Just in: Voi is increasing its Edinburgh cycle hire trial scheme from 50 bikes to 340 bikes. So far 5,800 riders have clocked up 60,000km across 21,700 trips since September. Boundary will expand on Friday 31/10 to include Holyrood Park, Meadowbank, Bonnington, Leith + Newhaven.
October 21, 2025 at 3:36 PM
Just in: Voi is increasing its Edinburgh cycle hire trial scheme from 50 bikes to 340 bikes. So far 5,800 riders have clocked up 60,000km across 21,700 trips since September. Boundary will expand on Friday 31/10 to include Holyrood Park, Meadowbank, Bonnington, Leith + Newhaven.
STOLEN. If anyone recognises this fox, or sees £50 worth of pond plants for sale on Gumtree/Facebook, please call 101.
October 13, 2025 at 9:13 PM
STOLEN. If anyone recognises this fox, or sees £50 worth of pond plants for sale on Gumtree/Facebook, please call 101.
Good to see this morning:
October 13, 2025 at 10:23 AM
Good to see this morning:
Followed instructions; crashed.
October 11, 2025 at 1:21 PM
Followed instructions; crashed.
Hello @edinburghcouncil.bsky.social. I'm sure you are aware but there are still a number of trees down on the NEPN - a particularly dangerous one is edging over on the Ferry Road Path.
Adds some adrenaline to my runs but I'd rather not get squished.
Adds some adrenaline to my runs but I'd rather not get squished.
October 10, 2025 at 9:38 AM
Hello @edinburghcouncil.bsky.social. I'm sure you are aware but there are still a number of trees down on the NEPN - a particularly dangerous one is edging over on the Ferry Road Path.
Adds some adrenaline to my runs but I'd rather not get squished.
Adds some adrenaline to my runs but I'd rather not get squished.
Slightly baffled that the council has already integrated Elm Row-style pavement parking into their design for what's supposed to be a public space.
It's going to be chaos without any bollards. That pram's going to get runover by a double-cab pickup truck.
It's going to be chaos without any bollards. That pram's going to get runover by a double-cab pickup truck.
We've began work on our £3.5m transformation project of Queensferry High Street and the town centre.
These improvements will create a safer, more accessible, and vibrant environment for residents, visitors, and businesses alike.
These improvements will create a safer, more accessible, and vibrant environment for residents, visitors, and businesses alike.
October 8, 2025 at 7:42 PM
Slightly baffled that the council has already integrated Elm Row-style pavement parking into their design for what's supposed to be a public space.
It's going to be chaos without any bollards. That pram's going to get runover by a double-cab pickup truck.
It's going to be chaos without any bollards. That pram's going to get runover by a double-cab pickup truck.
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So much for side-on parking on Elm Row - drivers parked right into the cycleway and on the pedestrian access/crossing to the bus stop. @jackrmcaldwell.bsky.social
October 2, 2025 at 11:05 AM
So much for side-on parking on Elm Row - drivers parked right into the cycleway and on the pedestrian access/crossing to the bus stop. @jackrmcaldwell.bsky.social