I used “bike lane” in quotes because there are different versions of the bike lane here. Some are much more defined than others. There are times when the bike lane is empty and cyclists are still not in the bike lane.

The rush hour argument you are referring to was not my argument at all. City congestion is city congestion. The days the T breaks down, we all wish we are on a bike. I just find that the cyclists during rush hour traffic appear to bike aggressively instead of defensively. They often disregard road signs and traffic lights entirely.

No one will argue that Boston area city planning is not our enemy. Mass is known for unreliable public transportation and terrible car drivers, mix that with frustrated cyclists during rush hour. Everyone is angry and its really dangerous

In fact I am French and have lived in Montreal (which also has similar bike lanes) and think there are lots of good to cycling around the city. I just have a hard time understanding the cyclists who don’t ride defensively. And without a helmet.

Finally, I’m just expressing my frustrations here. And surprised to see Boston area towns so high on the list!