[*BCM*] Bostoncriticalmass Digest, Vol 39, Issue 17

[Elisha Marshall]

I would agree. I think riding on the sidewalk is very dangerous, maybe
not for the cyclist, but definitely for pedestrians. Most sidewalks
aren't wide enough for walkers and bikers to share the same space
anyway. If you must ride on the sidewalk (I'm guessing there are
times...), please go slow and be ready to stop.



On 9/19/07, ian schwartz <hankpiece at gmail.com> wrote:
> Bikes are NOT allowed to ride on the sidewalk in any area. You can't
> use it as a way to go the wrong way down a one-way street or to get
> around slow traffic. I mean you can, but you run the risk of getting
> ticketed.
>
> This morning I was waiting for the bus to work (unfortunately I work
> too far away to ride). A girl came around the corner on her mountain
> bike, riding on the sidewalk, and almost hit me. I love my bike and I
> love cycling but I hate when people ride on the sidewalk. It's really
> dangerous and inconsiderate too.
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