Re: bike lanes

[Mcget]

Based on my comprehensive study of every study on the 
subject--everywhere--ever written--by anybody, I've determined that arguing 
about bike lanes on this list will do nothing to eliminate, nor to improve 
them. 

Just as bicycles and SUVs are not the answer to every problem, bike lanes are 
not the cause of every problem. Though they are not perfect, in this case, I 
believe the maxim, "the best is the enemy of the good"--applies, ie, I opt 
for imperfect action over perfect pondering.

I therefore resolve to spend more face time working with the area's premier 
organization for bicycle facilities and advocacy--that would be the Bicycle 
Coalition of Greater Philadelphia. I also resolve to log off, get out and 
ride my bike more. Finally, I resolve to tell 3 bike riders (who aren't on 
this list) about the "Door Prize" and how NOT to win it! 

I also resolve to spend more time away from the keyboard and the armada of 
armchair experts who can type faster than myself.

sincerely, Michael McGettigan (speaking NOT as a board member of the BCGP, 
but as himself, and as an Effective Cycling Instructor, and as a 30+ year 
cyclist, and as someone who's personally seen numerous doorings and 
personally enjoyed two--both on streets sans bike lanes.)


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