Comments on: Flashback Friday – Adelaide: Laneways

By: LennyBoy

LennyBoy — Mon, 02 Aug 2021 02:47:21 +0000

In reply to Criggie.

These are low-speed, low-volume situations – the risk in this case is perfectly manageable. Only when traffic volumes/speeds are higher do you require physical separation. Best practice here in NZ (based on European standards) recommends this exact treatment – https://nzta.govt.nz/walking-cycling-and-public-transport/cycling/cycling-standards-and-guidance/cycling-network-guidance/designing-a-cycle-facility/between-intersections/contra-flow-cycling/

By: Cedric trounson

Cedric trounson — Sun, 01 Aug 2021 23:54:42 +0000

when looking at the one way system of StAsaph and Tuam Sts,. Both are complete with a cycle lane. If marked properly, both these cycle lanes could worl counter flow. the traffic control lights would need to be able to be read from the opposite way as well, but cyclists arent stupid, many do it already with out serious consequences so I can not see a valid reason as to why not

By: Criggie

Criggie — Sun, 01 Aug 2021 22:59:59 +0000

Interesting idea, but a painted line on the ground offers little in the way of protection and separation.

Plus riding toward oncoming cars would be unsetting – closing speed of car + bike is higher than if they’re going the same direction.