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I've lived here for 20 years and I think you probably just have Stockholm Syndrome. The built environment is still trash and hasn't changed noticeably the enti
by ebikelaw 8y ago
I've lived here for 20 years and I think you probably just have Stockholm Syndrome. The built environment is still trash and hasn't changed noticeably the entire time. There have been a few tiny marginal improvements, such as a handful of signals for bikes. Bike share I guess. Otherwise total stasis.
- bluejekyll 8y agoWhich area of the city do you live in? I’ve seen numerous improvements to major commuter corridors over the years. Some examples: - Valencia street being narrowed and bike lanes on both sides, improved protection is being worked on. - protected lanes continue to be improved on Market, but it’s still not great. - the wiggle through the lower haight is nearly a bike boulevard - Ceasar Chavez, still not very safe, but traffic has been slowed down and bike lanes added on both sides. - folsom street now has protected or very wide bike lanes to third street, and Howard now has wide bike lanes starting at 6th. I mean yeah, it’s not amazing, but it is safer and is continuing to be improved. It will be a long time before we’re like Holland.
- sxv 8y agoNot to mention the coast, Embarcadero to Marina to the presidio, all super bike friendly. In general I think the city is quite bikeable. Sure I wouldn't want my kids to bike around it, but I wouldn't want them in SF in general lol.
- shafyy 8y agoCompletely agree. I've lived and biked in SF for over a year, and have seen great improvements in this short time.