harrypujols™Nov 11, 2022
Jason Thorne
Abandoned as a rail corridor in the 1980s, the Dequindre Cut in Detroit almost become an expressway to a new riverfront casino in the 1990s. Instead, it became one of the more impressive greenways/#cycling corridors of any city in North America. #cities #biketooter #transport #urbanism
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Show threadMing Cheng RIBA | MRTPINov 10, 2022
@JasonThorne I am sure it is bleak when you are on the ground, but there is something beautiful about abandon post industrial buildings.
Show threadJason ThorneNov 10, 2022
@ArchitectMing Yes there is! And even better is formerly abandoned industrial buildings that have found new uses. If you ever find yourself in Hamilton let me know and I’ll show you some great ones!
Show threadMing Cheng RIBA | MRTPINov 10, 2022
@JasonThorne That will be lovely. I always want to visit the US and Canada to learn more about your cities and neighbourhoods.
Show threaddanNov 15, 2022

@ArchitectMing @JasonThorne Not bleak at all when in person!

Ironically, I think the new warehouses and offices at the other end of the bike path are a little bleak.

Show threadszakibNov 10, 2022
@JasonThorne Hey, we have one of these in Helsinki too! It's great, even if a bit too short https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baana
Baana - Wikipedia

Show threadJason ThorneNov 10, 2022
@szakib I’ve cycled that one too … it’s fantastic!
Show threadHerb v/d DoolNov 10, 2022

@JasonThorne I rode that years ago. A great route, and surprising.

By the way, happy to see you here. I followed you on Twitter from back when you were doing urban guerilla stuff to being chief planner in Hamilton.

Show threadDan ImmergluckNov 10, 2022
@JasonThorne such a contrast to the Atlanta Beltline, which has been an engine of gentrification. Context is key.
Show threaddanNov 15, 2022

@DanImmergluck @JasonThorne It’s definitely better than the BeltLine, though it still has similar social issues. It’s great for getting between the upscale riverfront and Eastern Market districts! But there’s hardly any connections to the surrounding low/middle class neighborhoods.

I also think there’s a serious lack of community engagement when bike paths are built here, alienating longtime Detroiters from supporting these projects. https://www.bridgedetroit.com/how-do-detroiters-really-feel-about-bike-lanes/

How do Detroiters REALLY feel about bike lanes?

When bike lanes were installed in Detroit, reviews were mixed. More than five years later, residents have a new set of concerns and critiques.

BridgeDetroit
Show threadMs. LegaleseNov 15, 2022

@JasonThorne

I love the Dequindre Cut & the Detroit Riverfront. I run the Riverwalk and Cut on my lunch break or after work. Great place to run & bike. You might even see a beaver or green heron like me.:) #Detroit #Michigan

Detroit Riverwalk once again named best in the nation
https://www.clickondetroit.com/news/local/2022/04/24/detroit-riverwalk-once-again-named-best-in-the-nation/

Detroit Riverwalk once again named best in the nation

USA Today announced Friday that the Detroit Riverwalk is the best Riverwalk in the United States.

WDIV