USE A BIKE

Why aren't more people in the Denver metro area using a bicycle as a method of transportation? USE A BIKE Project Researchers: Sam Adams | Aina Thomas | Jarrod Joplin | Sonja Calhoun OBSERVATIONS INFRASTRUCTURE WAY FINDING SAFETY DENVER NW NW DNTWN SOBO SW SW NW SW SE NW DNTWN SOBO DNTWN SOBO SE Federal & 23rd Speer & 13th Alameda Station S.Cherry Creek Dr. Florida & Platte River Federal & 23rd Speer & 13th Alameda Station S.Cherry Creek Dr. Florida & Platte River Speer & 13th Alameda Station Federgl & 23rd S.Chery Creek Dr. Florida & Platte River DNTWN The crossing Riders appeared comfortable Riders appeared of knowing the light rail schedule and The area is a key access point to downtown Denver, and one of only a few with a dedicated bike lane. All trail entrances are clearly There are signs on the ground that match up with Every rider wore a helmet, and Despite bad traffic, a few people chose to ride their bikes in None of the riders wore a helmet. Observed the crossing on the S. Cherry Creek Drive, which is not the busy street, but has a flashing warning sign. Many cyclists wearing helmets however, High volume of runners and bikers. Some riding at high speeds, even where the trail had not yet split into designated sides for bikers and pedestrians. None of the cyclist passed through the area in the hour, meanwhile there where cyclist riding on the trail across the creek Bike Lane on Lots of signage, but no real system or explanation of signage and some signage unreadable and confusing. Florida, it ended at Platte River connected to and at ease in marked. There trail D13, also there were a most seemed Trail. Good 2 way trail along the Platte River trail, however did not are also "YIELD FOR PEDESTRIAN" signs on the ramp leading down to the trail. designated bike lane. the areas of each well prepared. Lights, bright clothing, The Bike racks many of the arrived within the minutes of couple of other ramps from the trail into the same street, within 100 feet. the road (were not wearing were empty, and some had cut off train car that are recreational SOBO designated for bike storage riders were not and the cyclists boarding commuter helmets, as locks leftover. SW SE opposed to those biking on the trail). bags, etc. encourage multi use. were DOOR cobrado BIKE LAME PLATTÉ AMER BIKE LANE AND SANDERSON GULCH TRAILS The current bicycling infrastructure lacks proper accommodations for cyclist on the roads, this includes lack of way finding signs to help cyclist navigate. Many people often feel nervous about using a bicycle as a method of transportation because of lack of infrastructure, and for other reasons they choose to drive their car. It is important to note that while the infrastructure observed maybe fairly good, we only observed areas with higher amounts of bicycling traffic during the observation times. In order for bike usage to become widely used, there need to be proper methods of way finding to guide the people. This includes comprehensive signage for bike lanes and trails, as well as maps of recommended routes. Everything should be clearly labeled and easy to understand. One of the most important things about making bicycle travel work is ensuring the safety of riders, pedestrians and drivers. Those who use the trail have to be aware of joggers and other riders. Those who ride in the road have to be aware of cars and fraffic laws. Everyone who rides a bike should wear a helmet and lights when it is dark for safety. These observations do show that proper infrastructure attracts bicyclist, INTERVIEWS EDUCATE 53% 5E's { If we desire to influence the 53% to use a bike, we must use the 5,E'S to influence individuals using a bike as a main form of transportation! ENGINEER ENCOURAGE EVALUATE 40% 37% ENFORCE 70% 63% OF INDIVIDUALS WOULD RIDE THEIR BIKE MORE IF THEY IF THEY 1973 FELT SAFE AND KNEW HOW TO The first Bike plan was implemented in Denver. } 1 Bicycling, “needs to be a part of the culture" for it to really grow. What would encourage You to ride a bicycle more frequently? GET TO THEIR DESTINATION. 75% } 1993 more bike lanes 40% } First Master plan including cycling as a mode of transportation was implemented. 50% } Better driver education on how to handle cyclists'presence. more bike trails WILL NEVER 40% } RIDE A BIKE information on bike routes 17% } 7% 2001 { owning a bike Better maintenance on paths and less interactions with cars. Most recent master 12% } RIDE EVERY DAY information on safety plan implemented. 10%} information on health benefits Statistics from group authored online survey WOULD YOU SUPPORT COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT CHANGING THE CURRENT "D" POLITICAL SUPPORT 95% SYSTEM SIGNAGE FOR A SIMPLER The majority of the respondents where men, in the age range of 21-39. DESTINATION/DIRECTION/ This is supported by much of our observational data, as well as national DISTANCE BASED SIGNAGE? statistics. Additionally nearly all respondents, 81%, ANSWERED YES TO CURRENTLY OWNING A BICYCLE, AND ONLY 16% SAID NO, THEY DON'T USE A BICYCLE AT ALL. FIND THE CURRENT BIKE INFRASTRUCTURE 80% } ROUTE SIGNAGE DIFFICULT TO UNDERSTAND. Statistios based on a interview with the City of Denver senior City Planner Statistios based on a interview with the City of Denver senior City Planner 000 Why aren't more people in the Denver metro area using a bicycle as a method of transportation? USE A BIKE Project Researchers: Sam Adams | Aina Thomas | Jarrod Joplin | Sonja Calhoun OBSERVATIONS INFRASTRUCTURE WAY FINDING SAFETY DENVER NW NW DNTWN SOBO SW SW NW SW SE NW DNTWN SOBO DNTWN SOBO SE Federal & 23rd Speer & 13th Alameda Station S.Cherry Creek Dr. Florida & Platte River Federal & 23rd Speer & 13th Alameda Station S.Cherry Creek Dr. Florida & Platte River Speer & 13th Alameda Station Federgl & 23rd S.Chery Creek Dr. Florida & Platte River DNTWN The crossing Riders appeared comfortable Riders appeared of knowing the light rail schedule and The area is a key access point to downtown Denver, and one of only a few with a dedicated bike lane. All trail entrances are clearly There are signs on the ground that match up with Every rider wore a helmet, and Despite bad traffic, a few people chose to ride their bikes in None of the riders wore a helmet. Observed the crossing on the S. Cherry Creek Drive, which is not the busy street, but has a flashing warning sign. Many cyclists wearing helmets however, High volume of runners and bikers. Some riding at high speeds, even where the trail had not yet split into designated sides for bikers and pedestrians. None of the cyclist passed through the area in the hour, meanwhile there where cyclist riding on the trail across the creek Bike Lane on Lots of signage, but no real system or explanation of signage and some signage unreadable and confusing. Florida, it ended at Platte River connected to and at ease in marked. There trail D13, also there were a most seemed Trail. Good 2 way trail along the Platte River trail, however did not are also "YIELD FOR PEDESTRIAN" signs on the ramp leading down to the trail. designated bike lane. the areas of each well prepared. Lights, bright clothing, The Bike racks many of the arrived within the minutes of couple of other ramps from the trail into the same street, within 100 feet. the road (were not wearing were empty, and some had cut off train car that are recreational SOBO designated for bike storage riders were not and the cyclists boarding commuter helmets, as locks leftover. SW SE opposed to those biking on the trail). bags, etc. encourage multi use. were TVI DOOR cobrado BIKE LAME PLATTÉ AMER BIKE LANE AND SANDERSON GULCH TRAILS The current bicycling infrastructure lacks proper accommodations for cyclist on the roads, this includes lack of way finding signs to help cyclist navigate. Many people often feel nervous about using a bicycle as a method of transportation because of lack of infrastructure, and for other reasons they choose to drive their car. It is important to note that while the infrastructure observed maybe fairly good, we only observed areas with higher amounts of bicycling traffic during the observation times. In order for bike usage to become widely used, there need to be proper methods of way finding to guide the people. This includes comprehensive signage for bike lanes and trails, as well as maps of recommended routes. Everything should be clearly labeled and easy to understand. One of the most important things about making bicycle travel work is ensuring the safety of riders, pedestrians and drivers. Those who use the trail have to be aware of joggers and other riders. Those who ride in the road have to be aware of cars and fraffic laws. Everyone who rides a bike should wear a helmet and lights when it is dark for safety. These observations do show that proper infrastructure attracts bicyclist, INTERVIEWS EDUCATE 53% 5E's { If we desire to influence the 53% to use a bike, we must use the 5,E'S to influence individuals using a bike as a main form of transportation! ENGINEER ENCOURAGE EVALUATE 40% 37% ENFORCE 70% 63% OF INDIVIDUALS WOULD RIDE THEIR BIKE MORE IF THEY IF THEY 1973 FELT SAFE AND KNEW HOW TO The first Bike plan was implemented in Denver. } 1 Bicycling, “needs to be a part of the culture" for it to really grow. What would encourage You to ride a bicycle more frequently? GET TO THEIR DESTINATION. 75% } 1993 more bike lanes 40% } リリ First Master plan including cycling as a mode of transportation was implemented. 50% } Better driver education on how to handle cyclists'presence. more bike trails WILL NEVER 40% } RIDE A BIKE information on bike routes 17% } 7% 2001 { owning a bike Better maintenance on paths and less interactions with cars. Most recent master 12% } RIDE EVERY DAY information on safety plan implemented. 10%} information on health benefits Statistics from group authored online survey WOULD YOU SUPPORT COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT CHANGING THE CURRENT "D" POLITICAL SUPPORT 95% SYSTEM SIGNAGE FOR A SIMPLER The majority of the respondents where men, in the age range of 21-39. DESTINATION/DIRECTION/ This is supported by much of our observational data, as well as national DISTANCE BASED SIGNAGE? statistics. Additionally nearly all respondents, 81%, ANSWERED YES TO CURRENTLY OWNING A BICYCLE, AND ONLY 16% SAID NO, THEY DON'T USE A BICYCLE AT ALL. FIND THE CURRENT BIKE INFRASTRUCTURE 80% } ROUTE SIGNAGE DIFFICULT TO UNDERSTAND. Statistios based on a interview with the City of Denver senior City Planner Statistios based on a interview with the City of Denver senior City Planner 000 Why aren't more people in the Denver metro area using a bicycle as a method of transportation? USE A BIKE Project Researchers: Sam Adams | Aina Thomas | Jarrod Joplin | Sonja Calhoun OBSERVATIONS INFRASTRUCTURE WAY FINDING SAFETY DENVER NW NW DNTWN SOBO SW SW NW SW SE NW DNTWN SOBO DNTWN SOBO SE Federal & 23rd Speer & 13th Alameda Station S.Cherry Creek Dr. Florida & Platte River Federal & 23rd Speer & 13th Alameda Station S.Cherry Creek Dr. Florida & Platte River Speer & 13th Alameda Station Federgl & 23rd S.Chery Creek Dr. Florida & Platte River DNTWN The crossing Riders appeared comfortable Riders appeared of knowing the light rail schedule and The area is a key access point to downtown Denver, and one of only a few with a dedicated bike lane. All trail entrances are clearly There are signs on the ground that match up with Every rider wore a helmet, and Despite bad traffic, a few people chose to ride their bikes in None of the riders wore a helmet. Observed the crossing on the S. Cherry Creek Drive, which is not the busy street, but has a flashing warning sign. Many cyclists wearing helmets however, High volume of runners and bikers. Some riding at high speeds, even where the trail had not yet split into designated sides for bikers and pedestrians. None of the cyclist passed through the area in the hour, meanwhile there where cyclist riding on the trail across the creek Bike Lane on Lots of signage, but no real system or explanation of signage and some signage unreadable and confusing. Florida, it ended at Platte River connected to and at ease in marked. There trail D13, also there were a most seemed Trail. Good 2 way trail along the Platte River trail, however did not are also "YIELD FOR PEDESTRIAN" signs on the ramp leading down to the trail. designated bike lane. the areas of each well prepared. Lights, bright clothing, The Bike racks many of the arrived within the minutes of couple of other ramps from the trail into the same street, within 100 feet. the road (were not wearing were empty, and some had cut off train car that are recreational SOBO designated for bike storage riders were not and the cyclists boarding commuter helmets, as locks leftover. SW SE opposed to those biking on the trail). bags, etc. encourage multi use. were TVI DOOR cobrado BIKE LAME PLATTÉ AMER BIKE LANE AND SANDERSON GULCH TRAILS The current bicycling infrastructure lacks proper accommodations for cyclist on the roads, this includes lack of way finding signs to help cyclist navigate. Many people often feel nervous about using a bicycle as a method of transportation because of lack of infrastructure, and for other reasons they choose to drive their car. It is important to note that while the infrastructure observed maybe fairly good, we only observed areas with higher amounts of bicycling traffic during the observation times. In order for bike usage to become widely used, there need to be proper methods of way finding to guide the people. This includes comprehensive signage for bike lanes and trails, as well as maps of recommended routes. Everything should be clearly labeled and easy to understand. One of the most important things about making bicycle travel work is ensuring the safety of riders, pedestrians and drivers. Those who use the trail have to be aware of joggers and other riders. Those who ride in the road have to be aware of cars and fraffic laws. Everyone who rides a bike should wear a helmet and lights when it is dark for safety. These observations do show that proper infrastructure attracts bicyclist, INTERVIEWS EDUCATE 53% 5E's { If we desire to influence the 53% to use a bike, we must use the 5,E'S to influence individuals using a bike as a main form of transportation! ENGINEER ENCOURAGE EVALUATE 40% 37% ENFORCE 70% 63% OF INDIVIDUALS WOULD RIDE THEIR BIKE MORE IF THEY IF THEY 1973 FELT SAFE AND KNEW HOW TO The first Bike plan was implemented in Denver. } 1 Bicycling, “needs to be a part of the culture" for it to really grow. What would encourage You to ride a bicycle more frequently? GET TO THEIR DESTINATION. 75% } 1993 more bike lanes 40% } リリ First Master plan including cycling as a mode of transportation was implemented. 50% } Better driver education on how to handle cyclists'presence. more bike trails WILL NEVER 40% } RIDE A BIKE information on bike routes 17% } 7% 2001 { owning a bike Better maintenance on paths and less interactions with cars. Most recent master 12% } RIDE EVERY DAY information on safety plan implemented. 10%} information on health benefits Statistics from group authored online survey WOULD YOU SUPPORT COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT CHANGING THE CURRENT "D" POLITICAL SUPPORT 95% SYSTEM SIGNAGE FOR A SIMPLER The majority of the respondents where men, in the age range of 21-39. DESTINATION/DIRECTION/ This is supported by much of our observational data, as well as national DISTANCE BASED SIGNAGE? statistics. Additionally nearly all respondents, 81%, ANSWERED YES TO CURRENTLY OWNING A BICYCLE, AND ONLY 16% SAID NO, THEY DON'T USE A BICYCLE AT ALL. FIND THE CURRENT BIKE INFRASTRUCTURE 80% } ROUTE SIGNAGE DIFFICULT TO UNDERSTAND. Statistios based on a interview with the City of Denver senior City Planner Statistios based on a interview with the City of Denver senior City Planner 000 Why aren't more people in the Denver metro area using a bicycle as a method of transportation? USE A BIKE Project Researchers: Sam Adams | Aina Thomas | Jarrod Joplin | Sonja Calhoun OBSERVATIONS INFRASTRUCTURE WAY FINDING SAFETY DENVER NW NW DNTWN SOBO SW SW NW SW SE NW DNTWN SOBO DNTWN SOBO SE Federal & 23rd Speer & 13th Alameda Station S.Cherry Creek Dr. Florida & Platte River Federal & 23rd Speer & 13th Alameda Station S.Cherry Creek Dr. Florida & Platte River Speer & 13th Alameda Station Federgl & 23rd S.Chery Creek Dr. Florida & Platte River DNTWN The crossing Riders appeared comfortable Riders appeared of knowing the light rail schedule and The area is a key access point to downtown Denver, and one of only a few with a dedicated bike lane. All trail entrances are clearly There are signs on the ground that match up with Every rider wore a helmet, and Despite bad traffic, a few people chose to ride their bikes in None of the riders wore a helmet. Observed the crossing on the S. Cherry Creek Drive, which is not the busy street, but has a flashing warning sign. Many cyclists wearing helmets however, High volume of runners and bikers. Some riding at high speeds, even where the trail had not yet split into designated sides for bikers and pedestrians. None of the cyclist passed through the area in the hour, meanwhile there where cyclist riding on the trail across the creek Bike Lane on Lots of signage, but no real system or explanation of signage and some signage unreadable and confusing. Florida, it ended at Platte River connected to and at ease in marked. There trail D13, also there were a most seemed Trail. Good 2 way trail along the Platte River trail, however did not are also "YIELD FOR PEDESTRIAN" signs on the ramp leading down to the trail. designated bike lane. the areas of each well prepared. Lights, bright clothing, The Bike racks many of the arrived within the minutes of couple of other ramps from the trail into the same street, within 100 feet. the road (were not wearing were empty, and some had cut off train car that are recreational SOBO designated for bike storage riders were not and the cyclists boarding commuter helmets, as locks leftover. SW SE opposed to those biking on the trail). bags, etc. encourage multi use. were TVI DOOR cobrado BIKE LAME PLATTÉ AMER BIKE LANE AND SANDERSON GULCH TRAILS The current bicycling infrastructure lacks proper accommodations for cyclist on the roads, this includes lack of way finding signs to help cyclist navigate. Many people often feel nervous about using a bicycle as a method of transportation because of lack of infrastructure, and for other reasons they choose to drive their car. It is important to note that while the infrastructure observed maybe fairly good, we only observed areas with higher amounts of bicycling traffic during the observation times. In order for bike usage to become widely used, there need to be proper methods of way finding to guide the people. This includes comprehensive signage for bike lanes and trails, as well as maps of recommended routes. Everything should be clearly labeled and easy to understand. One of the most important things about making bicycle travel work is ensuring the safety of riders, pedestrians and drivers. Those who use the trail have to be aware of joggers and other riders. Those who ride in the road have to be aware of cars and fraffic laws. Everyone who rides a bike should wear a helmet and lights when it is dark for safety. These observations do show that proper infrastructure attracts bicyclist, INTERVIEWS EDUCATE 53% 5E's { If we desire to influence the 53% to use a bike, we must use the 5,E'S to influence individuals using a bike as a main form of transportation! ENGINEER ENCOURAGE EVALUATE 40% 37% ENFORCE 70% 63% OF INDIVIDUALS WOULD RIDE THEIR BIKE MORE IF THEY IF THEY 1973 FELT SAFE AND KNEW HOW TO The first Bike plan was implemented in Denver. } 1 Bicycling, “needs to be a part of the culture" for it to really grow. What would encourage You to ride a bicycle more frequently? GET TO THEIR DESTINATION. 75% } 1993 more bike lanes 40% } リリ First Master plan including cycling as a mode of transportation was implemented. 50% } Better driver education on how to handle cyclists'presence. more bike trails WILL NEVER 40% } RIDE A BIKE information on bike routes 17% } 7% 2001 { owning a bike Better maintenance on paths and less interactions with cars. Most recent master 12% } RIDE EVERY DAY information on safety plan implemented. 10%} information on health benefits Statistics from group authored online survey WOULD YOU SUPPORT COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT CHANGING THE CURRENT "D" POLITICAL SUPPORT 95% SYSTEM SIGNAGE FOR A SIMPLER The majority of the respondents where men, in the age range of 21-39. DESTINATION/DIRECTION/ This is supported by much of our observational data, as well as national DISTANCE BASED SIGNAGE? statistics. Additionally nearly all respondents, 81%, ANSWERED YES TO CURRENTLY OWNING A BICYCLE, AND ONLY 16% SAID NO, THEY DON'T USE A BICYCLE AT ALL. FIND THE CURRENT BIKE INFRASTRUCTURE 80% } ROUTE SIGNAGE DIFFICULT TO UNDERSTAND. Statistios based on a interview with the City of Denver senior City Planner Statistios based on a interview with the City of Denver senior City Planner 000 Why aren't more people in the Denver metro area using a bicycle as a method of transportation? USE A BIKE Project Researchers: Sam Adams | Aina Thomas | Jarrod Joplin | Sonja Calhoun OBSERVATIONS INFRASTRUCTURE WAY FINDING SAFETY DENVER NW NW DNTWN SOBO SW SW NW SW SE NW DNTWN SOBO DNTWN SOBO SE Federal & 23rd Speer & 13th Alameda Station S.Cherry Creek Dr. Florida & Platte River Federal & 23rd Speer & 13th Alameda Station S.Cherry Creek Dr. Florida & Platte River Speer & 13th Alameda Station Federgl & 23rd S.Chery Creek Dr. Florida & Platte River DNTWN The crossing Riders appeared comfortable Riders appeared of knowing the light rail schedule and The area is a key access point to downtown Denver, and one of only a few with a dedicated bike lane. All trail entrances are clearly There are signs on the ground that match up with Every rider wore a helmet, and Despite bad traffic, a few people chose to ride their bikes in None of the riders wore a helmet. Observed the crossing on the S. Cherry Creek Drive, which is not the busy street, but has a flashing warning sign. Many cyclists wearing helmets however, High volume of runners and bikers. Some riding at high speeds, even where the trail had not yet split into designated sides for bikers and pedestrians. None of the cyclist passed through the area in the hour, meanwhile there where cyclist riding on the trail across the creek Bike Lane on Lots of signage, but no real system or explanation of signage and some signage unreadable and confusing. Florida, it ended at Platte River connected to and at ease in marked. There trail D13, also there were a most seemed Trail. Good 2 way trail along the Platte River trail, however did not are also "YIELD FOR PEDESTRIAN" signs on the ramp leading down to the trail. designated bike lane. the areas of each well prepared. Lights, bright clothing, The Bike racks many of the arrived within the minutes of couple of other ramps from the trail into the same street, within 100 feet. the road (were not wearing were empty, and some had cut off train car that are recreational SOBO designated for bike storage riders were not and the cyclists boarding commuter helmets, as locks leftover. SW SE opposed to those biking on the trail). bags, etc. encourage multi use. were TVI DOOR cobrado BIKE LAME PLATTÉ AMER BIKE LANE AND SANDERSON GULCH TRAILS The current bicycling infrastructure lacks proper accommodations for cyclist on the roads, this includes lack of way finding signs to help cyclist navigate. Many people often feel nervous about using a bicycle as a method of transportation because of lack of infrastructure, and for other reasons they choose to drive their car. It is important to note that while the infrastructure observed maybe fairly good, we only observed areas with higher amounts of bicycling traffic during the observation times. In order for bike usage to become widely used, there need to be proper methods of way finding to guide the people. This includes comprehensive signage for bike lanes and trails, as well as maps of recommended routes. Everything should be clearly labeled and easy to understand. One of the most important things about making bicycle travel work is ensuring the safety of riders, pedestrians and drivers. Those who use the trail have to be aware of joggers and other riders. Those who ride in the road have to be aware of cars and fraffic laws. Everyone who rides a bike should wear a helmet and lights when it is dark for safety. These observations do show that proper infrastructure attracts bicyclist, INTERVIEWS EDUCATE 53% 5E's { If we desire to influence the 53% to use a bike, we must use the 5,E'S to influence individuals using a bike as a main form of transportation! ENGINEER ENCOURAGE EVALUATE 40% 37% ENFORCE 70% 63% OF INDIVIDUALS WOULD RIDE THEIR BIKE MORE IF THEY IF THEY 1973 FELT SAFE AND KNEW HOW TO The first Bike plan was implemented in Denver. } 1 Bicycling, “needs to be a part of the culture" for it to really grow. What would encourage You to ride a bicycle more frequently? GET TO THEIR DESTINATION. 75% } 1993 more bike lanes 40% } リリ First Master plan including cycling as a mode of transportation was implemented. 50% } Better driver education on how to handle cyclists'presence. more bike trails WILL NEVER 40% } RIDE A BIKE information on bike routes 17% } 7% 2001 { owning a bike Better maintenance on paths and less interactions with cars. Most recent master 12% } RIDE EVERY DAY information on safety plan implemented. 10%} information on health benefits Statistics from group authored online survey WOULD YOU SUPPORT COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT CHANGING THE CURRENT "D" POLITICAL SUPPORT 95% SYSTEM SIGNAGE FOR A SIMPLER The majority of the respondents where men, in the age range of 21-39. DESTINATION/DIRECTION/ This is supported by much of our observational data, as well as national DISTANCE BASED SIGNAGE? statistics. Additionally nearly all respondents, 81%, ANSWERED YES TO CURRENTLY OWNING A BICYCLE, AND ONLY 16% SAID NO, THEY DON'T USE A BICYCLE AT ALL. FIND THE CURRENT BIKE INFRASTRUCTURE 80% } ROUTE SIGNAGE DIFFICULT TO UNDERSTAND. Statistios based on a interview with the City of Denver senior City Planner Statistios based on a interview with the City of Denver senior City Planner 000 Why aren't more people in the Denver metro area using a bicycle as a method of transportation? USE A BIKE Project Researchers: Sam Adams | Aina Thomas | Jarrod Joplin | Sonja Calhoun OBSERVATIONS INFRASTRUCTURE WAY FINDING SAFETY DENVER NW NW DNTWN SOBO SW SW NW SW SE NW DNTWN SOBO DNTWN SOBO SE Federal & 23rd Speer & 13th Alameda Station S.Cherry Creek Dr. Florida & Platte River Federal & 23rd Speer & 13th Alameda Station S.Cherry Creek Dr. Florida & Platte River Speer & 13th Alameda Station Federgl & 23rd S.Chery Creek Dr. Florida & Platte River DNTWN The crossing Riders appeared comfortable Riders appeared of knowing the light rail schedule and The area is a key access point to downtown Denver, and one of only a few with a dedicated bike lane. All trail entrances are clearly There are signs on the ground that match up with Every rider wore a helmet, and Despite bad traffic, a few people chose to ride their bikes in None of the riders wore a helmet. Observed the crossing on the S. Cherry Creek Drive, which is not the busy street, but has a flashing warning sign. Many cyclists wearing helmets however, High volume of runners and bikers. Some riding at high speeds, even where the trail had not yet split into designated sides for bikers and pedestrians. None of the cyclist passed through the area in the hour, meanwhile there where cyclist riding on the trail across the creek Bike Lane on Lots of signage, but no real system or explanation of signage and some signage unreadable and confusing. Florida, it ended at Platte River connected to and at ease in marked. There trail D13, also there were a most seemed Trail. Good 2 way trail along the Platte River trail, however did not are also "YIELD FOR PEDESTRIAN" signs on the ramp leading down to the trail. designated bike lane. the areas of each well prepared. Lights, bright clothing, The Bike racks many of the arrived within the minutes of couple of other ramps from the trail into the same street, within 100 feet. the road (were not wearing were empty, and some had cut off train car that are recreational SOBO designated for bike storage riders were not and the cyclists boarding commuter helmets, as locks leftover. SW SE opposed to those biking on the trail). bags, etc. encourage multi use. were TVI DOOR cobrado BIKE LAME PLATTÉ AMER BIKE LANE AND SANDERSON GULCH TRAILS The current bicycling infrastructure lacks proper accommodations for cyclist on the roads, this includes lack of way finding signs to help cyclist navigate. Many people often feel nervous about using a bicycle as a method of transportation because of lack of infrastructure, and for other reasons they choose to drive their car. It is important to note that while the infrastructure observed maybe fairly good, we only observed areas with higher amounts of bicycling traffic during the observation times. In order for bike usage to become widely used, there need to be proper methods of way finding to guide the people. This includes comprehensive signage for bike lanes and trails, as well as maps of recommended routes. Everything should be clearly labeled and easy to understand. One of the most important things about making bicycle travel work is ensuring the safety of riders, pedestrians and drivers. Those who use the trail have to be aware of joggers and other riders. Those who ride in the road have to be aware of cars and fraffic laws. Everyone who rides a bike should wear a helmet and lights when it is dark for safety. These observations do show that proper infrastructure attracts bicyclist, INTERVIEWS EDUCATE 53% 5E's { If we desire to influence the 53% to use a bike, we must use the 5,E'S to influence individuals using a bike as a main form of transportation! ENGINEER ENCOURAGE EVALUATE 40% 37% ENFORCE 70% 63% OF INDIVIDUALS WOULD RIDE THEIR BIKE MORE IF THEY IF THEY 1973 FELT SAFE AND KNEW HOW TO The first Bike plan was implemented in Denver. } 1 Bicycling, “needs to be a part of the culture" for it to really grow. What would encourage You to ride a bicycle more frequently? GET TO THEIR DESTINATION. 75% } 1993 more bike lanes 40% } リリ First Master plan including cycling as a mode of transportation was implemented. 50% } Better driver education on how to handle cyclists'presence. more bike trails WILL NEVER 40% } RIDE A BIKE information on bike routes 17% } 7% 2001 { owning a bike Better maintenance on paths and less interactions with cars. Most recent master 12% } RIDE EVERY DAY information on safety plan implemented. 10%} information on health benefits Statistics from group authored online survey WOULD YOU SUPPORT COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT CHANGING THE CURRENT "D" POLITICAL SUPPORT 95% SYSTEM SIGNAGE FOR A SIMPLER The majority of the respondents where men, in the age range of 21-39. DESTINATION/DIRECTION/ This is supported by much of our observational data, as well as national DISTANCE BASED SIGNAGE? statistics. Additionally nearly all respondents, 81%, ANSWERED YES TO CURRENTLY OWNING A BICYCLE, AND ONLY 16% SAID NO, THEY DON'T USE A BICYCLE AT ALL. FIND THE CURRENT BIKE INFRASTRUCTURE 80% } ROUTE SIGNAGE DIFFICULT TO UNDERSTAND. Statistios based on a interview with the City of Denver senior City Planner Statistios based on a interview with the City of Denver senior City Planner 000