Many pedestrians in San Francisco report feeling startled or endangered by scooters and bicycles riding illegally on sidewalks. San Francisco's Transportation code prohibits cycling on sidewalks except for children under 13, yet enforcement seems lacking. Local residents express confusion, questioning why individuals use sidewalks when dedicated bike lanes exist. The rise of e-scooters contributes to a sense of danger, as these vehicles can travel quickly and often catch pedestrians off guard. Safety advocates appear reluctant to engage with the issue of illegal sidewalk riding.
The San Francisco Transportation code specifically states that bicycle riding on sidewalks is prohibited except for children under the age of 13.
It's dangerous because you've not really tuned in to that while you're walking and they go fast. A couple of times from behind me, oh, where did that come from?
We've heard that if you spend some time on Market Street, you'll catch a few people on their scooters, bicycles, etc., riding illegally on the sidewalk.
San Francisco spent millions in putting 2.2 miles of bicycle lanes on Market Street, and limited vehicle traffic as part of the Better Market Street Project.
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