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11-08-17 | 08:59 AM

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FBinNY

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Originally Posted by prathmann

I've generally ignored the signs where there didn't appear to be any valid safety issue with continuing to ride. Half a mile is a pretty significant distance to walk.

OTOH, this bike path suggests that one get on/off seven times in less than 400 yards:

Also with what appear to be rumble straps.

From the photo, it seems that these are before a steep drop or set of stairs. I wonder if this a spot that's the site of multiple crashes.

If there are stairs or some other hazard, I think all would be better served if at least one of those signs named it.

Ie. WARNING, STAIRS ahead,

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