Originally Posted by
northernlights
.....most people will drive 5 to 10 mph over the speed limit, so actual speed is more like 50 to 55 or more. that's freeway speed. you have to be crazy to think that's a safe road for riding a bike on, especially for a 14 year old.
The road looks like the only option for the young cyclist to get to school, and what needs to be done is to make motorist far more accountable for their driving actions, and start making roads that will accommodate all road users rather than just some clueless ****s in 3 ton missiles.