Same in Brussels, which is NOT a city with a cycling tradition like many Flemish cities in Belgium are (Brussels had only a 1% share in the modal split for cycling in 2000, up to 4% now).  (almost) All (local) streets were opened in contraflow with minimal markings around 2004-2005.  A recent report (to be published shortly) by the Road Safety Institute (IBSR) reveals the measure is extra-safe even in such a hostile environment as Brussels.  Only some streets with heavier