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Category: Bike Paths

A bike path is a roadway upon which motorized vehicles may not proceed.  It is not a sidewalk and is physically separated from the roadway.  Bicyclists are not required to use a bike path even if it is adjacent to the roadway.  There are few provisions in the statutes that apply to bike paths, and many are considered multi-use paths for pedestrians and bicyclists.  They may be regulated by the jurisdictions through which they pass.

Unsafe Bike Lanes

By Geo Posted on August 11, 2015 Posted in Ask Geo, Bike Lanes, Bike Paths No Comments

Question Graham asked: BC Sheriffs rigorously enforce riding in the bike lane in Weston. However I maintain that they allow parking, joggers, walkers, lawn people and others to use the lanes without any enforcement. Also the condition of the lanes …

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Bike Paths and Bike Routes

By Geo Posted on May 19, 2015 Posted in Ask Geo, Bike Paths No Comments

Question Amy asked: I am a bike advocate for the city of Anna Maria, Florida, and I cannot find any information on if there is a difference between a bike path and a bike route in the state of Florida. …

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Electric Scooters

By Geo Posted on December 10, 2014 Posted in Ask Geo, Bike Paths, Motorized Bicycles, Sidewalks & Crosswalks 9 Comments

Question Randy asked: I have a Huffy Buzz battery powered scooter. It has a top speed of 11mph. I was stopped by an Orange County sheriff today and he said the only place I can drive it is my driveway. …

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Bike Path Stop Pavement Markings

By Geo Posted on September 20, 2014 Posted in Ask Geo, Bike Paths, Sidewalks & Crosswalks 1 Comment

  Question Dan asked: Are pathway pavement markings indicating pathway users to stop at side streets and driveways – primarily in locations where adjacent roadway traffic isn’t required to stop – enforceable if there’s no corresponding traffic control device (i.e. …

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Electric Skateboards

By Geo Posted on September 4, 2014 Posted in Ask Geo, Bike Paths, Misc, Sidewalks & Crosswalks 11 Comments

Question Richard asked: I recently purchased an electric skateboard from BoostedBoards (boostedboards.com). These are electric skateboards designed as commuter boards with electric motors, 20mph speeds, and regenerative brakes. I’m perplexed by where I am legally allowed to ride. I reside …

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Bus in Bike Lane

By Geo Posted on August 27, 2014 Posted in Ask Geo, Bike Paths 1 Comment

Question Terrence asked: I’ve had this happen several times and I cannot find the relevant F.S. When buses are discharging passengers, do they need to take the bike lane in order to discharge onto the sidewalk or can they discharge …

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Bike Path Crosswalk

By Geo Posted on October 25, 2013 Posted in Ask Geo, Bike Paths, Stop Signs & Red Lights 8 Comments Tagged with Bike Paths, Crosswalks, sidewalks, Signs and Markings, Stop Signs and Red Lights

Question Harry asked: Recently the city of Inverness, FL redesigned a major crossing of the Withlacoochee State Trail which I fear has increased the danger for trail users who are attempting to cross N Apopka Ave. I’m hoping you can …

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Bike Path Crosswalks

By Geo Posted on August 6, 2013 Posted in Ask Geo, Bike Paths No Comments Tagged with Bike Paths, Crosswalks, Driveways, sidewalks

Question Suzanne asked: In the city of Palm Coast, FL – Flagler Cty. the city has provided bike paths/walk paths along many city streets.  These paths are approx.7-9 feet in width. The road speeds vary from 45 to 55 mph. …

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Vehicles on Bike Paths and Sidewalks

By Geo Posted on April 4, 2013 Posted in Ask Geo, Bike Paths 6 Comments

Question Nicodemus asked: Let’s say I have my moped, and I turn off both the gas motor AND the electric motor, meaning the vehicle is now propelled exclusively by human power. Now is my moped allowed on the sidewalk/bike path?

Bike Path Stop Signs

By Geo Posted on January 29, 2013 Posted in Ask Geo, Bike Paths, Stop Signs & Red Lights 1 Comment Tagged with Bike Paths, sidewalks, Signs and Markings, Stop Signs and Red Lights, traffic control devices

Question Jeanne asked:  Is it required that you stop at the posted stop signs on the bike paths if no one is coming? Is this considered a moving violation?  Some of the stop signs on the path off Hwy 70 …

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