@article{ref1,
title="Identifying clusters of cycling commuters and travel patterns: the case of Quelimane, Mozambique",
journal="International journal of sustainable transportation",
year="2020",
author="Mendiate, Classio Joao and Soria-lara, Julio Alberto and Monzon, Andres",
volume="14",
number="9",
pages="710-721",
abstract="Limited attention has been paid to the analysis of cycling in the context of Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). However, understanding cycling and cycling patterns in SSA is crucial for implementing a more effective cycling-oriented policy. Using the city of Quelimane, Mozambique, as a case study, this paper aims to understand cycling mobility in SSA cities by identifying clusters of cycling commuters and mapping their trip patterns. A survey was conducted to explore the socio-demographic aspects of the population and commuter attitudes toward cycling. The underlying factors structuring the population sample were determined by means of factor analysis, and a clustering process was applied. Cyclists' travel patterns were then recreated to assess the influence of road quality on cycling. The results identified three clusters of cycling commuters: informal workers with children, short-distance students, and occasional cyclists. The clusters were based on household composition, employment status and cycling frequency to work/school. It was found that over 40% of cycling trips took place within the city periphery and about 10% between the city periphery and suburban areas. Most people cycle to carry products to sell in local markets and as a bicycle-taxi. The study findings provided a clear understanding of commuter cyclists, and can serve as an empirical basis for developing more targeted policies to encourage cycling.<p /> <p>Language: en</p>",
language="en",
issn="1556-8318",
doi="10.1080/15568318.2020.1774947",
url="http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/15568318.2020.1774947"
}