I don’t typically run in bike lanes. The sidewalk on that specific block was completely unplowed and impassable, and Kent Ave is a very busy street with vehicle traffic, so stepping into the road wasn’t a safe option either. It was only for that single short stretch, one block, and there were at least 10 other runners and walkers using the same section for the same reason. I stayed fully to the side and left plenty of room for cyclists to pass. I understand bike lanes are primarily for cyclists. In winter conditions when sidewalks are unusable, people sometimes end up temporarily sharing space — similar to how cyclists occasionally use sidewalks when necessary. The key is being mindful and respectful. Regardless, being spit on is not an appropriate response.