No-Passing Zones
Question Kevin asked: One of the roads that I travel to work is frequented by bicycles. Sometimes they are two abreast, and sometimes there are many traveling in a single file. This road has curves in some areas, and double …
Tag: narrow lanes
Sharrows and BMUFL Signs
Question Susan asked: I am researching Sharrows to create a report on their efficacy for the Philadelphia streets department. The Department has asked us to create criteria and a publicity campaign. I noticed reference to your citing “state statutes and …
Work Zones
Question Hank asked: Here on Key Biscayne we have a recent development that’s highly problematic for cyclists. One of the bridges on the Rickenbacker Causeway, the main artery linking Key Biscayne with the mainland, needs serious repairs. This is a …
Two Abreast Impeding Traffic
Question Michael asked: I recently received a ticket for riding two abreast and impeding traffic on A1A. The traffic lane is 10′ 2″ with a 3 ft paved shoulder. I want to contest the ticket based on the 316.2065 substandard …
FBA’s Legislative Agenda
Question GM asked: I understand recent legislation makes changes to the laws about bicycling. What are the changes?
Narrow Lanes Again
Question Scott asked: Last week I was stopped by a LEO in Palm Springs, FL while riding my bike on a 25mph 10′ wide lane on a residential street. My lane position was slightly left of the right tire track. …
Rights of Cycling Groups
Question David also asked: Yesterday (Sunday, April 1) on the Rickenbacker Causeway in Miami, a police officer was getting all upset about a group of about 50 – 100 cyclists taking up a whole lane of the road. He was …
Passing on the Right
Question Alan asked: I do a lot of riding in downtown St Augustine. It’s close, cramped, and traffic is poorly regulated. These streets were laid hundreds of years ago and weren’t meant for heavy traffic. When I’m late for work, …
Wide Vehicles – Narrow Lanes
Question NE2 asked: Why is 14 feet the accepted minimum for a “substandard-width” lane. Florida Statute 316.515(1) says that a vehicle may be 102 inches (8.5 feet) wide, not including safety devices (e.g. mirrors). I don’t know how far mirrors …
Bicycles May Use Full Lane
Question Colby Asked: Concerning the Bicycles May Use Full Lane signs, is this actually Florida law as stated on the street signs? I am familiar with the MUTCD but not these particular signs. If so, I am unclear on how …