>>1972203>One notable downside is that they can't provide a designated left turn lane, which is a problem if crossings are poorly designedI rarely see cyclists use left turn lanes, and usually they jump on the sidewalk anyway, which is better than swerving into the left lane.
>otherwise nibys and auto lobbyists will just walk over everyone the same way they always haveWell, it's also a lot of public support in what you want done. When you say "more bike lanes/trails", that to the public usually is interpreted as the shoulder-bike lanes or dedicated MUP/bike paths. When this initial support turns roads into pic related and understandable pushback, screeching about NIMBYs and the auto/oil industry makes it harder and harder to get anyone on your side.
