[dreambrother808]

I think it's a complex issue that requires study. As racc has pointed out, other factors are involved as well. Any kind of scientific analysis requires dealing with all of those variables before coming to a more objective conclusion.

If there are other alternative routes for bike lanes, then those are valid considerations. However, I take great issue with those who seem to think that motor vehicles have some kind of god-given entitlement to every square inch of road. Bicycles are not infringing upon your "rights". They belong there as well. A few extra minutes here and there or the greater awareness required so as to not turn in front if a bike lane without looking are not such onerous demands to be placed upon you. These are not YOUR roads. They are OUR roads. Learning to share, as it was in kindergarten, is the only answer. Expecting cyclists to make all the sacrifices with regard to their own safety, etc, just so that you can go along comfortably with no changes to the status quo is not an option.