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SFMTA Installing Curbside Protected Bike Lanes on Valencia from 15th to 23rd
As in 2023, advocates are concerned about the lack of safety and consideration for cyclists during construction
February 18, 2025
Study: People Protected Bike Lanes Made a Difference
A new study by an NYU researcher shows that a type of protest invented in San Francisco helped get protected bike lanes constructed in North America and beyond
January 24, 2025
Streetsblog on the Road: Bike Share in Shanghai
The Chinese mega-city provides an example of great urban mobility, albeit with a side of authoritarianism.
Joseph Tedeschi
January 22, 2025
Should We Stop Calling Bike Lanes ‘Bike Lanes’?
"Bike lanes" and "bike-friendly policies" can slow dangerous car traffic, give walkers more space to move, and save lives across all modes by getting would-be drivers into the saddle instead. Is it time for a rebrand?
September 30, 2024
Report Shows — Again — Why Cities Must Build Safe Bike Lanes
"We need more protected, low-stress infrastructure," says the bike manager for a major Midwestern city. A report shows he's right.
September 25, 2024
New York City Has a ‘Concrete’ Plan for Better Bike Lanes
Curbs, diverters, and jersey barriers, oh my!
September 6, 2024
Op-Ed: Which Mayoral Candidate Will Lead on Safe Streets?
San Francisco needs sustained, principled leadership if it really wants to transform its streets
Luke Bornheimer
August 19, 2024
Commentary: ‘Concrete Now’ is a Chant All Advocates Need to Repeat
A tragedy in Philadelphia underscores the same safety and policy deficiencies seen in San Francisco... and a lot of other places
August 8, 2024
Philadelphia Demands More Than ‘Flex-Post’ Protected Bike Lanes After Motorist Kills Cyclist
Pediatric oncologist Barbara Friedes was struck while biking on a "protected" path. Now, advocates are arguing that flex posts should be replaced with something far better.
July 21, 2024
Media Critique: Mainstream Media Needs to Include the Facts in Stories About Bike Lanes on Merchant Corridors
Merchants often make claims about bike lanes, transit lanes, and parking that are demonstrably false
June 4, 2024
