Reckless Bicyclists Downtown?

Indeed, I've seen several bicycle vs pedestrian collisions, and many more near misses, due to the aggressive and thoughtless punks on bikes. It's time to get rid of bikes on State St, at least where the restaurants and walking areas have been extended into the street area.

Carry pepper spray. The government isn't looking out.

Isn't it illegal to ride your bike there? I thought you had to walk it. If they're breaking the law, they can be cited. If the cops aren't doing anything, well.... no surprise. How are they harassing diners?

I’ve seen multiple instances of these young kids on their bicycles harassing people and the police know all about it I called SBPD the other day when one of the kids in the group through a half gallon plastic container of milk at a tourist couple and a policeman was driving by when I called in because the tourist couple guy wanted to ring their necks and the police went up and talk to the kids and he declined to press charges oso the policeman didn’t do anything to the kids and the SBPD know all about the gang kids on bikes

I heard the little terrorists pulled a knife on someone at the downtown Habit the other day.

Just throw the [email protected]@rds off their bike and kick their [email protected]@

I actually walk through/around these kids every day or night. So far, they’ve always been respectful. Seems like they’re mostly just hanging out, enjoying their city. I appreciate that they claimed only a small portion of State for their biking and it’s actually somewhat cool to see them working new tricks ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

I'm afraid policing kids on bikes is not a priority in law enforcement. You could always carry a cane or walking stick to put in the offenders spokes, but then YOU might risk an assault charge. Probably best to just avoid where they congregate.

Accidentally drop them an elbow or shoulder when they get too close. Hopefully they'll either eat pavement or be scared to do so.

This was supposed to be a pedestrian mall. Putting a bike lane down the middle of it changes the flow and vibe. It’s a perverse incentive when 2 wheels have the right of way over pedestrians who are pushed to the sidewalks . The street is not wide enough for both and businesses would benefit more from the free flow of foot traffic. Bicycles have dedicated lanes and access on city streets, pedestrians who far out number bicycles in commuting numbers and miles have nothing. The bicycle collation is a well funded lobbying group. I ride a bike and also cruise on 4 and 8 wheels, and walk a lot and think this sucks. Did anyone think to get feedback from the small businesses owners on the route?

GENERALTREE please pepper spray someone.... I would love to see your mugshot for pepper spraying someone riding their bike.

Its crazy that multiple people are suggesting 'dropping an elbow' or inciting violence against cyclists. Very mature edhat, this is the behavior I expect out of you all.... keep up the good work. I bet you are all great neighbors too.

I find the bicyclists a little annoying most of the time.... It would be GREAT if THEY would follow the rules of the road, and attach mirrors , wear a helmet, use arm signals, stay in the bike lanes, stop swerving into vehicle lanes, etc etc etc... you get my drift???? Every day is a challenge as I drive my SUV downtown , and have to worry about those knucklehead bicyclists .......worry, that I don't collide with one... worry, they I don't have to witness them colliding with another vehicle or pedestrian, worry that I'm gonna need to administer first aid, when my card is expired... etc.

But, I'd like to know what happened on De La Vina near the Ralph's exit ?? they had the street blocked off, and I could see a car being put on a big tow truck

Landshark ive never seen any accidents, ive seen people lunge at bikes to confront them though. Maybe your the problem?

It's not just bicycles that are a problem on the promenade but skateboards are also causing nervousness to pedestrians. I would like both to be banned from Sola to Gutierrez.

They ARE trying to do something about this. Call/text Anthony Wagner while the harassment is in progress and report the location 805-448-5824 Something will be done.

By the way, some of the harassing individuals (e.g., the ring leader) live on the 00 block of SOUTH Soledad (e.g., 15 S Soledad)

Bikes are vehicles, right? I thought State Street was a pedestrian mall? If it isn't, it should be.

will this encourage more reckless riders https://www.noozhawk.com/articles/green_bicycle_lanes_coming_to_state_street_local_design_community