That's interesting because where I live, there are virtually no stop signs either. At most of our intersections 1 road is designated the main and has right of way while the other is the minor and has to give way. eg the North/South road is the main road and can drive straight through while the East/West road has to give way.

I have never seen a 4 way stop intersection, sounds like it could create some confusion with drivers when all 4 cars roll up at once. A bit like our round-about system, which are 4 way give ways, and VERY dangerous for cyclists.

There is only 1 stop sign on my commute and I always slow to do a trackstand for .5 sec then continue.

Also, bikes here are regarded as vehicles, and the same penalties apply as for driving.

CHEERS.

Mark