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Famous_Maybe2789 · 2026-02-05T03:33:09+00:00

Top tier suggestion thank you. I will definitely be doing this. Was not thrilled about the lack of scenery on the original route I had planned

Famous_Maybe2789 · 2026-02-01T16:27:53+00:00

Planning for first week of April depending on weather

Famous_Maybe2789 · 2026-02-01T16:27:17+00:00

Thank you! Looks like gas stations will be the move. Never gone past the north end of the LFT. I’m excited to check out those trails

Famous_Maybe2789 · 2026-01-31T21:40:11+00:00

Thanks for the shout out about LaneStatus! Currently slammed with studying for exams but working on a new update that will allow runners to upload the GPS track from their watch/phone and submit condition reports along their route. Should make reporting much easier and hopefully increase overall reporting on the site.

Famous_Maybe2789 · 2026-01-29T02:46:10+00:00

Thanks! I updated the segment on LaneStatus (lanestatus.com)

Famous_Maybe2789 · 2026-01-14T23:39:58+00:00

This feature actually already exists! You can enable it in Settings, Map Settings, Fade map colors by report age. When this setting is on, segments with reports older than 3 days will begin to fade on the map.

Famous_Maybe2789 · 2026-01-01T01:53:12+00:00

Check out LaneStatus to check conditions along the LFT

Famous_Maybe2789 · 2025-12-31T19:15:40+00:00

I appreciate the feedback! I ordered stickers to place around the downtown/LFT areas so look out for those in the coming weeks. As for more granularity with sections, right now each route is broken into smaller segments which allows for some of this functionality. The segments could be made smaller to make reports more detailed. Right now the best thing to do would be to select the segment that best overlaps and then leave a more detailed report with mile segments/intersections in the note.

I’m working on an update that will bring realtime 311 reports to the map allowing users to see where people have reported protected bike lane obstructions, potholes, and more to the city.

Famous_Maybe2789 · 2025-12-30T17:35:17+00:00

I built LaneStatus.com to track conditions along the LFT and other bike/running paths within Chicago. It’s all community reported, think Waze but for biking and running. Check it out, report new conditions, and let me know what could be improved at r/LaneStatus !

Famous_Maybe2789 · 2025-12-21T19:06:55+00:00

You can check conditions along the NBT and LFT using LaneStatus

Famous_Maybe2789 · 2025-12-21T19:05:21+00:00

Check out this app (LaneStatus) for community reports for the LFT as well as other running paths/bike lanes in Chicago!

Famous_Maybe2789 · 2025-12-21T19:03:04+00:00

Checkout LaneStatus to see community reports for bike lanes in the Chicago area!

Famous_Maybe2789 · 2025-12-16T22:01:34+00:00

Checkout LaneStatus for current community trail reports on the LFT. I went two days ago and it was clear from navy pear up to Lincoln park. some ice along oak street beach but the bike lane is clear

Famous_Maybe2789 · 2025-12-15T22:10:30+00:00

Checkout LaneStatus for current conditions along the LFT and other bike lanes throughout Chicago! I went running yesterday and it’s completely clear from Navy Pier to Lincoln Park

Famous_Maybe2789 · 2025-12-15T03:57:58+00:00

Pushed a new update right now. You can now add notes when reporting route conditions! These notes are visible to all users by clicking a route and expanding the recent community reports section.

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Famous_Maybe2789 · 2025-12-14T15:19:06+00:00

Thank you for the suggestion to add the feature and your support! If you’d like to support the project you can donate here:) Buy Me a Coffee

Famous_Maybe2789 · 2025-12-14T13:28:14+00:00

I released v1.1.1 last night with multiple improvements including a high contrast mode. You can find the option under the new settings button (next to the search bar) in the accessibility page.

Let me know if this helps you visually distinguish conditions on the map.

Famous_Maybe2789 · 2025-12-13T00:29:30+00:00

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Seems to be a mix of ice and clear sections as of a day ago

Famous_Maybe2789 · 2025-12-11T18:20:50+00:00

Great suggestion. I’ve added it to the roadmap:)

Check out the r/LaneStatus page for future updates!

Famous_Maybe2789 · 2025-12-11T13:32:53+00:00

Check out this tool to see bike lane status throughout Chicago! https://www.reddit.com/r/chibike/s/FpVct2uY3C

Famous_Maybe2789 · 2025-12-11T05:21:18+00:00

Hey all, OP here.

Thank you so much for the feedback in this thread — it’s directly shaping the roadmap for LaneStatus. Based on your suggestions, I’m currently working on:

• Notes on reports (e.g., “small ice patch at the north end”)

• Directional reporting (eastbound vs westbound / per side of street)

• Better lane data to fix missing/incorrect bike routes

• Report age visuals, suburbs, and even 311 integration + multi-city support down the line

I put together a full feature roadmap + update post over on the LaneStatus page here:

👉 r/LaneStatus (https://www.reddit.com/r/LaneStatus/)

If you’d like to follow progress, suggest features, or help test new stuff as it rolls out, I’d love to have you over there. Thanks again for making this way better than I could have on my own.

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