Cyclists in New York City are experiencing mixed conditions on bike lanes as temperatures rise near freezing for the first time in a week. Although the Department of Sanitation has cleared snow from many bike facilities, the ongoing thawing and refreezing have resulted in icy patches and less-than-ideal biking conditions. Many cyclists are opting for sidewalks as safety concerns grow, especially for delivery workers. With warmer temperatures expected in the coming days, there is hope for improved cycling conditions, though ongoing maintenance is crucial.
While DSNY has made important strides towards clearing bike lanes of snow, below-freezing temperatures after a significant snowfall requires daily maintenance of those bike lanes.
I saw snow pushed to the parking side of parking-protected bike lanes and melting into the path of cyclists, likely to turn into ice when the temperatures dropped again overnight.
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