While the first priority is to identify it for cyclists, a second task is to alert drivers of the likely presence of bikes on the route. Standard green signs with outlines of cyclists should be used and placed in highly visible locations. Bike Lanes Cities may want to consider establishing bike lanes on some streets. Bike lanes are painted on the street and separate vehicular and bicycle traffic. In many circumstances a bike lane is painted on each side of the road, inside the parking lane and to the right of the vehicular travel lane.
Bike lanes require discipline on the part of both drivers and bicyclists.
Bike lanes will be a good option where a sufficient number of them can be linked to create a useful network while at the same time allowing drivers to become familiar and comfortable with them. It should be noted that not all experienced riders or planners believe that bike lanes are necessary, or, in some cases, even desirable. Arguments against them may be found at sites listed in the Appendix. While trails are not a panacea for bicycle commuting, they can be an important part of the mix. Several kinds of state funding are available for the creation of new trails, and although competition is stiff, high quality proposals will eventually be approved.