Originally Posted by
Roody
I think the BMUFL signs are a step in the right direction, but still too wishy-washy. They read more like a suggestion than statement of law. I also prefer signs that actually inform motorists what to do when they encounter a bicycle in their traffic lane, since some drivers seem to have no clue. Here's a sign that I like a lot better than the BMUFL:
I wouldn't put the "
Bicycles May Use Full Lane" signs up on all roads. I think the McKenzie pass was a unique place where it has no shoulders, and at least once opened to cars, both moderate bike and vehicle traffic, and I found it tough to stay in my normal place 6" from the edge of the road as fatigue was setting in.
On heavily used bike routes, I still like the "
Share the Road" or "
Bicycles on the Roadway" signs.
The 3', 4', or 5' signs are also a nice way to indicate both the presence of bikes, and appropriate passing techniques.