This guide contains the statement that The majority of bicycling will take place on ordinary roads with no dedicated space for bicycles. It further states that, therefore, All highways, except those where bicyclists are legally prohibited, should be designed and constructed under the assumption that they will be used by bicyclists. Consequently, many of the recommendations of this plan are oriented toward improving the region's road system so that the streets can more safely be shared by bicycles and motor vehicles. Recommended improvements, where needed, may vary from signed bike routes, to wide outside lanes or paved shoulders, to striped bike lanes. Particular attention is also directed at improving bridges and viaducts, as these facilities are replaced less often.
Bicycles can also augment transit usage.
Therefore, the plan recommends bike racks on buses, and improvements to roads serving transit centers. Recommendations also address protected and secure bicycle parking. A major catalyst for the growth of bicycling in the region is the growing network of shared use paths which include the Little Miami Scenic Trail, The Great Miami River Trail, the Mill Creek Greenway, the Ohio River Trail, the Kentucky River Path and Shaker Trace. The construction, extension and connection of these trails is encouraged. Although primarily used for recreational trips currently, their value for utilitarian travel will increase as they are extended through and connected to population centers.