2026-09-26 21:24 UTC
@ascentale@sfba.social @bikenite@fedigroups.social A8 Example from today of something most upright cyclists probably never think of because they can ride through this no problem - barriers meant to restrict cars have to allow enough width to *not* restrict trikes, quads, handcycles, wheelchair users, etc.
I had to do a significant backtrack and detour to a more dangerous route because of this barrier. #BikeNite #Accessibility
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@gcvsa@mstdn.plus 2026-09-27 03:30
@meganL@mas.to @ascentale@sfba.social @bikenite@fedigroups.social I was just thinking, a Smart fortwo is 1510 mm wide (about 59.4 in), and the minimum ADA clearance to two passing wheelchairs is 60" (1524 mm). So, if you make an access point no narrower than 60", it's unlikely that any regular automobile driver is going to attempt it, but it should clear most quad- and tricycles, although something like a Citroën Ami (EU "quadricycle" micro car, 1390 mm wide, limited to 45 kmh/28 mph) would technically fit.