Yes, many roads in Lincoln are in dire need of repaving. Melinda ________________________________ From: Lincoln <[email protected]> on behalf of V Saleme <[email protected]> Sent: Friday, September 1, 2023 10:30 AM To: Bob Mason <[email protected]> Cc: [email protected] <[email protected]>; Alida ZweidlerMcKay <[email protected]> Subject: Re: [LincolnTalk] Bike lanes
….. which also implies that the majority of the roads in this town will have to be repaved first in order to accommodate- It’s important to note that many cyclists spend a great deal of time navigating around broken or missing pavement, well jutting out into traffic lanes as a result-it’s extremely dangerous. Vic On Fri, Sep 1, 2023 at 10:24 AM Bob Mason <[email protected]<mailto:[email protected]>> wrote: Bob, I agree with the sentiment that we need to change the cultural relationship between drivers, cyclists and pedestrians, but having dedicated infrastructure for cyclists/pedestrians is also a very important components of creating safe and accessible multi-modal transportation links. Hence dedicated bike lanes with physical barriers, rail trails, etc. bob On Fri, Sep 1, 2023 at 9:57 AM Bob Kupperstein <[email protected]<mailto:[email protected]>> wrote: On Fri, Sep 1, 2023 at 9:44 AM Bob Mason <[email protected]<mailto:[email protected]>> wrote: I’ve wondered and suggested to some that we consider enhancing the trail that goes up the spine of Lincoln so it can be used more by cyclists. It’s currently designated as a bike trail, but is really only suited for mountain biking. Such an infrastructure investment would allow greater connectivity, including to the schools with riders and walkers not even being close to a road. Bob Bob, I feel, as a cyclist, that this only avoids the growth that we need to take as a society - where we all really share the roads. We've been car-centric for so long, the mentality that only cars/trucks really belong on the road is hard to shake. But, we'll get there with more awareness. On Fri, Sep 1, 2023 at 2:13 AM Alida ZweidlerMcKay via Lincoln <[email protected]<mailto:[email protected]>> wrote: Amen to this: as a conscientious driver, I hate a day when all the cyclists are out - I pray my way through Lincoln and Concord. I wish they had dedicated bike lanes. I want bikes to be out on beautiful days in our gorgeous town. But I’m terrified to pass them and end up following forever until I feel like I can get around them safely. I’m sure I annoy both the cyclist and the cars behind me. Bike lanes seem unlikely, given the land they require, but I sure wish we had them! Alida Zweidler-McKay 25 Birchwood -- Alida, I have to admit as a cyclist I get annoyed by cars that won't pass, though I know they're just trying to be careful. I also get very concerned when cars cross into the oncoming lane to pass - I've seen a number of close-calls when that happens. I suggest keeping in mind the 4' law/rule - if you're leaving 4' and driving within the speed limit, the cyclist should be/feel safe. -- The LincolnTalk mailing list. To post, send mail to [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]>. Browse the archives at https://pairlist9.pair.net/mailman/private/lincoln/. Change your subscription settings at https://pairlist9.pair.net/mailman/listinfo/lincoln.
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