Georgia ScottNov 21, 2022
Does anyone have good examples of shared pedestrian / cyclist spaces? I am often asked for feedback on new bits of bike path which typically runs past train stations. Rather than paying for grade separation the project designers instead mix people walking to the station with those using the bike path and then ask me what they can do to stop conflicts from occurring! Any suggestions of where this has actually worked? Thanks :) #ActiveTransport #BikeTooter
Show threadNow at @[email protected]Nov 21, 2022

@Georgia Generally, shared pathways are not ideal—especially in high foot traffic areas such as the entrances to train stations.

If you absolutely can't have a dedicated, barrier separated bike path, then at least make the shared path wide enough to comfortably allow for a cyclist to pass a pedestrian.

The Sullivan's Creek bike path in Canberra is a great example: https://thefifthestate.com.au/urbanism/infrastructure/this-is-what-great-cycling-infrastructure-looks-like/

This is what great cycling infrastructure looks like

CYCLING SERIES No 1: For Australia to reach zero emissions by 2050, we will need to rethink how we get around. Car-centric suburban sprawl with gas-guzzling cars and SUVs won’t get us to our destination.

The Fifth Estate
Show threadGeorgia ScottNov 21, 2022
@ajsadauskas brilliant, thanks AJ. Yeah allowing enough space is so important for people to be able to get out of each other’s way! But not creating these situations in the first place would be preferable!
Show threadannejohnNov 21, 2022
@Georgia @ajsadauskas This on bidirectional cycle paths is pertinent; the whole blog is worth review https://www.aviewfromthecyclepath.com/2019/03/how-bidirectional-cycle-paths-improve.html
How bidirectional cycle-paths improve cycling safety and efficiency

Click for more information about the railway station including the excellent convenient access between the platform, the extensive cycle p...

Show threadGeorgia Scott
@ajsadauskas @annejohn appreciated, thank you!
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