RSSSat 12 Jul 2008
Okay, so I know you guys don’t necessarily care about biking in New York City. But here’s some big news!
We’re getting those awesome chartreuse (as they call it, I think they’re mint green) bike lanes through Times Square.
Here are a few pics:
I don’t actually use the bike lane on my commute, but I actually work right next to it. It is useful on some of the recreational rides I do, and I’m excited that they’re repaving and painting. The color makes the lane very visible to drivers and pedestrians, which I’ve noticed results in respect for cyclists.
[...] You know what? I support the Burrard Bridge bicycle lane project — which seems to be working out just fine at this point. (I do agree with Vancouver City Council member Andrea Reimer, however: “Enough about the Burrard Bridge.”) I support the construction of increased cycling and transit infrastructure. We need billions of dollars more for transit and millions more to improve bike lanes. [...]