A low-stress bike network is one in which all ages and abilities have bike routes available to get from Point A to Point B safely, comfortably, and without excessive or unwanted detours, LOW-STRESS BIKE NETWORK due to perceived or actual stress (lack of safety or comfort) of certain segments.

Fewer vehicles on the reduces conflicts and improves safety VOLUME MANAGEMENT BICYCLE TOOLBOX

WHAT IS A ? A with low motorized traffic Partial Diverter Full Diverter Forced Right-Turns volumes and speeds, designated for Partial diverters allow full bicycle passage at the inter- Full diverters prevent through vehicular traffic altogeth- A forced turn at an is another way to restrict and designed to prioritize bicycle section while restricting vehicle access to one direction er while allowing passage by bicycles. through movements for vehicles. only. travel. Bicycle appeal to a broader cycling demographic, including casual and inexperienced Slowing vehicles down is critical to creating a comfortable bicycle boulevard SPEED MANAGEMENT bicyclists.

Bicycle-Friendly Speed Hump ResidentialTraffic Circle Chicanes Designed to facilitate a more gentle transition, these Raised islands placed in the middle of intersections A series of raised or delineated extensions on alter- speed humps are easier for bicycle movements and reduce vehicle speeds by causing a deflection in the nating sides of a street create a curvilinear travel path winter maintenance. traveled way. and reduce vehicle speeds.

Urban design elements can reinforce the intention of priority for bicyclists while enhancing the overall riding experience BIKE PRIORITIZATION

Wayfinding + Pavement Markings Stop Signs at Minor Intersections Bicycle Signal Phase Bicycle Signal Push Button Signs and pavement markings are used to indicate that Stop signs on intersecting gives priority to the bi- Bicycle signal phases separate bicycle movements from Bicyclist-activated push-buttons reduce delay at major a roadway is intended as a shared, slow street and rein- cycle boulevard and increases efficiency along the bou- conflicting vehicles and increases safety at major inter- intersections where the bicycle boulevard typically has force the intention of priority for bicyclists. levard. sections. less green time.

ANN ARBOR MOVING TOGETHER

Illustrations by Pablo Stanley