Bike Highways

The book progresses from a historical overview of urban cycling to case studies of successful bike lane networks in cities like Copenhagen and Amsterdam. It delves into technical design aspects, such as route planning and signaling systems, and explores the social and economic impacts, including effects on property values and public health. Data from diverse sources, including urban planning reports and traffic monitoring systems, quantifies the benefits. A unique focus is on the practical challenges and opportunities in building and maintaining these bike highways, offering a realistic assessment of the costs, benefits, and trade-offs involved in implementation.