The Ford government is promising to pay the cost of removing bike lanes from major city streets that fail to meet its unannounced criteria as it ploughs ahead with a plan to limit biking infrastructure and rip out some routes.

  • pc486@sh.itjust.works
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    12 days ago

    San Francisco’s critical mass was successful to the point it almost doesn’t exist anymore (it’s not necessary anymore with better political engagement). I believe it was successful because it:

    • started at the same location and time (once a month on a Friday)
    • occurred during evening commute hours
    • had no formal leadership
    • no planned route until just before departure

    This combination meant authorities had no ability to shut it down. What office could the raid? How could they bring a lawsuit?

    Once a month on a Friday meant it didn’t have to be about your commute. Rather you’d leave work and ride to the start point. It was a protest first and a utility second (though the route did start from the financial center of the city).

    Take a look at bike parties if you’re looking more for a community ride. They bring more of a general supportive base than as a protest.