Originally Posted by The Wheelist
Finally, Grid Lock - not a term I've ever associated solely with cyclists. In fact, it's a term I've NEVER associated with cyclists. I'm pretty sure cars can cause gridlock without our help.
Pretty much every work day of the year.
Here's todays report from the SF-Oakland Bay Bridge were bikes are not allowed.
Note the traffic speed of 9 mph. Slower than Bike speed.
Incident: CHP : Disabled vehicle on I-80 W Westbound before Treasure Island Rd (San Francisco) Left lane blocked Expect delays
Advice:
On street: I-80 W
Start time: 11/2/05 10:08 am
Estimated duration: 30 min.
Last updated:
Route: I-80 W
From: BAY BRIDGE - CANTILEVER SECTION
To: TREASURE ISLAND RD
City: San Francisco
Speed limit: 50
Traffic speed: 9