Cyclist are supposed to cycle on the road, just that some took
to the pedestrian pavement.
FYI , a kneeguard is useless infact , when you cycle with the flow
of traffic . A knee guard is used to prevent hurting ur knee from
direct frontal impact . Since vehicles come from the back , the
guard is actually useless . Helmet is infact very important . One
shld never cycle on the road without a helmet . Its just too
risky.
Being a cyclist myself , i don't enjoy riding on SG roads . The
drivers are always rushing and impatient . I feel unsafe when
cycling with them . 
My opinion is that
its better to cycle on the pedestrian pathway , but you shld be
more attentive and alert and responsible . When closing in to
pedestrians , ring your bell to inform your presence . Never speed
when theres alot of plp , speed only if the road ahead is clear and
has no junctions . Junctions are where most accidents happen .
