"Creating a protected, two-way bike lane on 72nd Street will finally deliver a safe, seamless crosstown connection. This project will make it easier for New Yorkers of all ages and abilities to get across Manhattan safely."
"Protected bike lanes can reduce cyclist injury risk by up to 34%—and by more than 60% on the most dangerous streets. This data underscores the importance of implementing safer cycling infrastructure."
The NYC Department of Transportation plans to establish a two-way protected bike lane along 72nd Street, linking the Hudson River Greenway to the East River Greenway. This initiative addresses the lack of a continuous crosstown bike route, enhancing safety for cyclists. The redesign will remove travel lanes to accommodate the bike lane while improving pedestrian infrastructure. Data indicates that protected bike lanes significantly reduce cyclist injuries, making this project crucial given the area's high crash rates.
Read at Time Out New York
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