Originally Posted by
gerv
Interesting that opposition is only at 27%. That's a really good sign.
Now if we could only get cyclists to like bike lanes. I do notice there's fewer flame wars over lanes vs. taking the lane. Although admittedly I rarely hang out in A & S.
Most cyclists I know seem to prefer riding streets with bike lanes. You just have to keep an extra eye open for doors and the traffic is usually very forgiving of riders moving to the outside of the land. Also businesses along the bike routes seem to be in wide acceptance... mainly for the new business!!
I used to be somewhat opposed to bike lanes, but I've grown to accept them. Older bike lanes put cyclists into the "door zone," but the new ones are better. More importantly, bike lanes eliminate (most) turf wars between bicycles and cars. It's less stressful, it calms traffic, and makes it safer and more pleasant for everyone, even motorists (as long as they don't mind driving <40 mph on a 30 mph street).