Cyclists nationwide are requesting bicycle facilities that are not merely “there,” but also tailored to users. San Antonio’s bike infrastructure exhibits a wide range of protection and comfort. Some basic bike facilities require design upgrades to move from “almost” to “exemplary.”
A representative of San Antonio Transportation & Capital Improvements will share experiences from a comprehensive bike GIS data update. The activity begins with a presentation summarizing common pitfalls of “almost” facilities, such as narrow widths and driveway conflicts. The presenter will equip participants with techniques for reaching “exemplary” quality and will explain challenges associated with each upgrade.
Finally, participants will tackle examples of basic-level bike infrastructure in San Antonio by proposing design improvements. They will sketch over images of existing facilities in a group context. The workshop concludes with a discussion of lessons learned, referencing several bike design success stories in San Antonio.
