probably not and therefore cycling as a mode for senior citizens should also be considered particularly now that the electrical bicycle has come about to cover greater distances certain subgroups need special attention namely subgroups which are growing oldest old older women and persons living in singlehouseholds those which appear especially disadvantaged and at risk of social exclusion eg low income groups rural residents and those for which both criteria apply eg ethnical minorities increasing women s confidence and experience in driving in order to keep them safe and mobile implies a strong need for future research