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Shared paths are off-road facilities for cyclists and pedestrians

Megan Fowler and Warren Lloyd (both ViaStrada) and Cameron Munro (SKM Melbourne)
Shared paths are off-road facilities for cyclists and pedestrians (including walkers, runners, skateboarders, mobility scooter users, people with pushchairs, etc). Despite the commonness of the shared path, little guidance on its design is currently available in terms of the width of paths in relation to the numbers of pedestrians and cyclists who use the path. The effects of mixing pedestrians and cyclists deserve careful consideration. The difference in speeds of the two modes, compounded by the bi-directional nature of shared paths, can reduce the level of service for all users if paths are not properly designed.
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