There are a lot of areas of the country where bike lanes aren't necessary, and where in fact they would be counterproductive. I don't want bike lanes in most of the places I ride. I certainly don't want to see some mandate come along forcing all counties/cities/etc to spend money on bike lanes when it's very likely (around here) that the roads are totally safe without them.
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Work: the 8 hours that separates bike rides.