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> even when (as is so often the case) the cycle lane is unsafe or unsuitable. Near me there's a mixed-use cycleway alongside a main road (put in 10-15 years ag
by porker 9y ago
> even when (as is so often the case) the cycle lane is unsafe or unsuitable.
Near me there's a mixed-use cycleway alongside a main road (put in 10-15 years ago). Driveways cross it regularly and you have to stop at every side-road to cross, but the big problem is commercial buildings with lowered kerbs and driveways. We have a drive-through restaurant, two car washes and a business park. Cycling along there is lethal because the drivers don't look before turning in or coming out. I choose to cycle on the road because while annoying drivers I feel safer.
- gjjrfcbugxbhf 9y agoThe difference is that in cycle friendly countries the cycle lane has priority over the driveways and small roads (same priority as the road it is next to). In the UK the cycle lane is usually given the lowest priority. This makes a massive difference to safety and usability.