Don't forget us cyclists

I applaud all the efforts being made to expand the subway and bus networks in Beijing. It is an important contribution to improve Beijing's air quality. However, too little attention is paid to cyclists like me.

The city is putting a total of 50,000 rental bikes on the streets, but we cyclists are considered second class citizens.

Cars obstruct the bike lanes, and pedestrians love to walk in the lanes while they have all the space on the side walks.

People have a total disregard for us and if we complain we get very angry remarks. When will the police and the authorities act to guarantee the cyclists' interests?

Gilbert, via e-mail

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American Superbowl

I was very happy and excited to watch the American Superbowl on Beijing Television (BTV-6) on the morning of Feb 4.

Before the game I told my Chinese wife that the Superbowl was by far the most important sporting event in the United States and that the entire US would be watching it on television or online. Half-way through the game the electricity at the stadium went out and the game was delayed for over 30 minutes.

During the very embarrassing delay my wife looked at me, smiled gently, and said "America is truly a great country".

Thomas Krassowski, via e-mail

(China Daily 02/27/2013 page9)