Designing for Micromobility

Conventional bike lane

Conventional Bike Lane

A portion of a roadway that has been designated by pavement markings and/or signs for the preferential or exclusive use of cyclists.

 

Protected bike lane

Protected Bike Lane

Bike lane physically separated from vehicle traffic by a parking lane, curb, or barrier.

 

Two way bike lane

Two-Way Bike Lane

A bike lane that accommodates cyclists traveling in both directions and is typically separated from vehicle traffic by an open space or barrier.

 

Grade separated bike lane

Grade-Separated Bike Lane

Bike lane raised above the roadway, offering additional protection and comfort. Common through parks and waterfronts.

 

Greenway

Greenway

Off-street multi-use path typically located in parks or along waterfronts. Serves both recreation and transportation functions.

 

Bike Boulevard

Bike Boulevard

Shared street designed to prioritize bicyclists through traffic calming, signage, and diverters that reduce vehicle through traffic.

Bike Lane Table

Bike Lane Table

Reference table summarizing bike lane typologies, space requirements, applications, benefits, and design trade-offs.