The sheer number of people that simply (out of ignorance or malice) will use these as a turn lane... parking space... what have you probably has a bit to do with it.

Tangentially related: theres a lot of distracted and shitty drivers out there. Putting something physical between you and them tends ro make people feel safer.

I'm pretty sure this study probably could have been replaced by common sense. That said - if the presence of a study results in better handling of bike lanes... good on it.

[–] jtrek@startrek.website 9 points 4 weeks ago (2 children)

People that park in bike lanes should lose their license and car. Selfish and hazardous behavior.

[–] yggstyle@lemmy.world 6 points 4 weeks ago

I genuinely think they need more than a painted bike and a single white line every quarter mile... and the occasional solitary sign every couple miles. Different colored paint or better signalling would go a long way in solving actual mistakes and would also kill off "willful ignorance." If its obvious and clearly marked you can be more aggressive with tows and tickets which, in a perfect world, could finance more of the same. Open lanes could work in places where its not as easy or convenient to 'be that guy .'

[–] bort@sopuli.xyz 3 points 4 weeks ago (1 children)

when you ride your bike and encounter a obstacle like this, be safe!

slow down
watch for traffic
pass the obstacle on either side
spit on a window in passing
get back into the bike line and continue.

[–] quick_snail@feddit.nl 1 points 3 weeks ago

4 is best replaced by taking out the u lock from your belt and hitting the side mirror or window with it as you pass

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