Number of cyclists injured on Irish roads hits 10-year high

The number of cyclists injured in 2012 hit a 10-year high, according to a report by the Road Safety Authority, while the National Spinal Centre has seen a 200% increase in spinal trauma from cycling injuries over a four-year period.

A total of 630 cyclists were injured on Irish roads in 2012 and 53% (335) of these injuries occurred in Dublin alone.

The RSA report revealed that the mid-week, evening, and morning rush-hour and lunchtime were the times cyclists were most likely to be injured. Cyclist injuries peaked during May to September, when 54% of cyclists injuries occurred. Three-quarters of cyclists injured in 2012 were male, while over half were aged 25-49.