A four-panel meme using a scene from Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones. Panel 1: Anakin, with a U.S. Department of Transportation logo, says, “We’re going to redesign this intersection to be safer.” Panel 2: Padmé smiles and asks, “So, you’re going to make it a roundabout, right?” Panel 3: Anakin stares silently, expressionless. Panel 4: Padmé’s smile fades as she repeats, “Right?”
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[–] 6 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) (2 children)

Not shown here. Usually the pedestrian and cyclists crossing is elevated. Along with the tiny island that narrows the access to the roundabout, they act as a speed reduction measures. Both intentional. It makes the drivers go slower, paying more attention and the traffic flow gets smoother. Coincidentally this makes this roundabout faster overall, as it prevents sudden brakes and full stops. Most drivers are in and out without noticing since they're too focused.

Edit: the cycle path is usually a level above the asphalt, like sidewalks, all the way through.

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  • [–] -1 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) (1 child)

    That sucks. Then I would definitely ride in the road so I don't have to climb.

    Bicycles shouldn't be second-class vehicles on the roads.

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  • [–] 5 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

    You misunderstood. The bicycles never encounter a road level change, cars do. This is actually an example of bicycles as first class vehicles. They only mingle with cars at the intersection and under very controlled and bicycle protecting circumstances.

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