[B’ Spokes: Nice interview of one of our cycling commuters.]
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\nBy Fern Shen, Baltimore Bew<\/p>\n
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\nWhat has your experience been with Baltimore drivers and others you encounter on the road?<\/p>\n
It\u2019s like anything else Baltimore \u2013 you can find anything and everything. On balance, Baltimore drivers have been courteous and safe. If there\u2019s any criticism I\u2019d offer, it\u2019s simply the speed. Baltimoreans speed a lot.<\/p>\n
Have you had any close calls? Bad experiences? Great experiences?<\/p>\n
I\u2019ve had a few close calls with people passing too close, or honking and yelling because they think I have no right to be on the road. I haven\u2019t been hit on a bike since I was a kid.<\/p>\n
What\u2019s it like biking on Mt. Royal, and and do you think a dedicated bike lane there would be a good idea?<\/p>\n
It\u2019s one of the busiest roads I encounter on my route, especially during rush hour. I think bike lanes are always a good idea, but I recognize that there are challenges in where to put them without disrupting traffic and such. Longer term, I support efforts to reduce the volume of traffic through smart development, increased public transportation options, and yes, bike lanes.<\/p>\n
Frankly, I wasn\u2019t aware of the controversy until the article. With the expansive median, there\u2019s plenty of real estate space there, so I\u2019m hopeful they can find a way to put one in.
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