Cycling for All – Addressing Gender and Age-Specific Needs in Urban Mobility

This research analyzes cycling experiences across gender and age demographics (50+) utilizing questionnaire data from the USA and Canada, providing significant insights for enhancing cycling infrastructure in Serbia. The data indicates that male cyclists prioritize concerns related to physical infrastructure, such as traffic congestion and narrow roads, whereas female cyclists focus on safety and navigational difficulties. Cyclists 66+ choose comfort, familiarity, and well-maintained surfaces, whereas younger respondents exhibit dissatisfaction with heavy traffic and construction areas. Through the comparison of these data, we provide specific recommendations for Serbia, utilizing examples of successful cycling experiences in North America and insights from their deficiencies. Essential recommendations encompass the establishment of exclusive bicycle lanes, the upkeep of road conditions, and the improvement of navigational assistance. This research emphasizes the need of gender-sensitive and age-inclusive cycling strategies to promote sustainable urban transportation in Serbia, while recognizing the constraints of self-reported data and geographical diversity.