Same here. Just because I ride without any bike trails, etc. doesn't mean there is any real danger. I'm willing to go a bit further to pick the best routes through the suburbs, and it's not so scary. Call me clever and stubborn, maybe.

I thought it odd that they took it for granted that facilities would lead to utility cycling. There are many nice MUPS around my state, but they are filled with recreational riders. The road racers would presumably be riding somewhere if the MUP was not there. The people on the upright 'comfort' bikes might well have been enticed to ride by the safety of the MUP. But, it does not encourage them, or anyone, as far as I can see, to start hauling groceries on the bike.