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it depends on the distance involved in tucson. for instance going a few blocks the bicycle would be faster, if on the other hand you are crossing the city, then the car is MUCH faster.
it depends on the distance involved in tucson. for instance going a few blocks the bicycle would be faster, if on the other hand you are crossing the city, then the car is MUCH faster.
LOL I have at least 12 miles of country driving before I can get to Wal-Mart or the mall or stores. I work 15 miles away too. I'm screwed with a bike.
Of course, of course but please note the "big city" description in the title. Point is that in Beijing they are now going less than 10mph on average in their cars, slower than the average cyclist a generation ago before there were so many personal vehicles.
i would think if a city had dedicated bike lanes and smart drivers (on 2 and 4 wheels), that a bike would be a faster option in heavy congestion.... assuming all follow same road rules and laws.
But in an area where the bike has to share the actual lane with a car/truck.... well i'd take my chances in a car as no way i'd play chicken while on a bike.
I do think if more cities considered bike lanes and flow over just tossing money into old bus systems, while not helping those who need mass transit they could do a better job fighting congestion. But that's another discussion
i would think if a city had dedicated bike lanes and smart drivers (on 2 and 4 wheels), that a bike would be a faster option in heavy congestion.... assuming all follow same road rules and laws.
But in an area where the bike has to share the actual lane with a car/truck.... well i'd take my chances in a car as no way i'd play chicken while on a bike.
One of the advantages of living in a city that has lost about about 30% of its population is an abundant network of sidestreets that see little traffic. Great for riding on.
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Originally Posted by ranger17
I do think if more cities considered bike lanes and flow over just tossing money into old bus systems, while not helping those who need mass transit they could do a better job fighting congestion. But that's another discussion
Bikes and buses can work together, too:
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