06-23-2015, 10:47 AM
Right now the standard sidewalk being built is a 1500 mm width. In older neighborhoods the sidewalks are even more narrow. That is very narrow if you consider two travelers in opposite directions passing each other. That space is only enough for two people walking side by side. Anyone traveling with equipment such as a stroller, wagons, tricycles, a dog on a leash, a bike, a scooter, a walker, a wheelchair, or an e-bike potentially take up much more room. When you consider the speed differential bikes sometimes travel at, safety has to be a concern.
Of course one would argue that bikes on streets are a safety concern for cyclists too.
If we could convince governments to increase the width of non-car traveling space I'd feel better about allowing bikes on sidewalks.
Of course one would argue that bikes on streets are a safety concern for cyclists too.
If we could convince governments to increase the width of non-car traveling space I'd feel better about allowing bikes on sidewalks.