That is one of the most frustrating things about bike advocacy in NYC. 90% of the people who would bike don't because they think it is dangerous, and then peopl

That is one of the most frustrating things about bike advocacy in NYC. 90% of the people who would bike don't because they think it is dangerous, and then people at CB meetings say we don't need to build bike lanes because they don't see anyone biking. They think of it as a way to increase safety of existing bikers and not a way to draw in new bikers. And because of fractured nature of how these decisions are made, and the vetocratic nature of how our political system gives everyone a way to say 'no', every bike lane is a painful fight. And in the end, even if a bike lane gets built, the city doesn't actually put physical barriers to stop people parking cars in them. Then you factor in the lack of traffic enforcement in this city and the situation is pretty dire. That said, there has been very slow progress. Compared to 15 years ago it is quite a bit better, but good lord it is a very drawn out fight. I try to encourage folks to show up to local community board meetings to advocate for bike lanes because I do think it makes a difference. Thinking about how much is within a 5-6 mile distance of you at any point in time in NYC, you can see the potential for NYC to be an incredible place to bike if we prioritized safety, pollution and efficiency when we allocate street space in the city.