Shared Lane Symbol The Shared Lane Symbol used in Brisbane, Australia, is adapted from the Shared Lane Arrow first introduced in Denver, Colorado, USA. The bicycle symbol, typically 1.1–1.2 m in length, was originally defined in the Australian Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices. In Brisbane, the symbols are yellow to indicate an advisory or…
Road design should account for bicycle needs. A bicycle should be a design vehicle, which means planners should consider its operational needs during road design. Since roads are generally designed for wider and faster vehicles, most roads can also accommodate cycling. This basic principle forms the foundation for safe cycling infrastructure. Despite this, a few…
Many people believe that the construction of special bicycle facilities is necessary to increase bicycle safety and to encourage more cycling. However, bikeways can make bicycle transportation more dangerous and less convenient insofar as they discourage bicyclists and motorists from following the rules of the road for drivers of vehicles. There are three types of…
Abstract In the 1970s, bicycling was a key topic in U.S. transportation planning. It was seen as a clean and efficient mode of transport. However, using bicycles for transportation creates several dilemmas for both riders and planners. One issue is the public’s many misconceptions about bicycling. This includes what skills are required, which places are…