I'll admit that it was probably a good deal of operator error when I went down on the tracks last week--new bike and wheels, and very different handling. I had crossed those tracks hundreds of times too, without any problems.

In a series of e-mails with someone in the Path Foundation, they confirmed that CSX does own the right-of-way where the 'swoop' would be built and that they take "an average of two years to get a positive response from CSX." They are looking into the crossing and will get back to me about it.

I understand what FOG is talking about. There is an underpass about a block away from there, and I have used that at times. However, the road I use to go eastbound after the underpass (E. College Ave.) turns into a tight 4 lane road where I consistently have drivers honk and yell for 'taking the lane' during the afternoon drive time. I have found taking the bike path a much calmer experience at the end of the day.

It appears that Loucifer and andreunin1936 have very legitimate complaints about other parts of DeKalb Ave (I know about those drains!). Do either of you live within the city limits of Atlanta? Have you contacted your councilperson at City Hall to discuss this? I live in DeKalb County, and will see what I can do through my local Board of Commissioners person. This is something that can take time, but if we keep at it, we might be able to make DeKalb Ave. a better bicycle-friendly road.

There are times when I wish gasoline was $7/gallon!