Great response and oh-so-true. I wish the media on both sides of the atlantic would push cycling more. When you think that it helps resolve two of the largest social issues we have today (ie consumption of scarce natural resources and obesity) it amazes me that more is not reported. That said, I see Chicago (where I am currently living) as taking major strides forwards. I see bikes everywhere, a reasonable set of cycle lanes and new laws to protect cyclists. 'Timeout Chicago' just ran a cycle theme last week: things are definitely picking up, but not fast enough IMO.