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A ''sharrow'', also known internationally as a shared lane marking, is a lane marking depicting a bicycle intended to inform road users where bicycles are supposed to ride within the lane. | A '''sharrow''', also known internationally as a shared lane marking, is a lane marking depicting a bicycle intended to inform road users where bicycles are supposed to ride within the lane. | ||
Common reasons for their use include | Common reasons for their use include | ||
Revision as of 20:10, 14 May 2026
A sharrow, also known internationally as a shared lane marking, is a lane marking depicting a bicycle intended to inform road users where bicycles are supposed to ride within the lane.
Common reasons for their use include
- Communicating to drivers that cyclists have a right to use the road
- Encouraging cyclists to use a specific part of the lane, such as the edge or center (taking the lane).
Recommended use
Sharrows can be helpful as part of a Bike Boulevard or a shared space by assisting in communicating how vehicles and bicycles are meant to use the infrastructure.
Limitations
Simply painting sharrows does not address the fundamental bike safety and comfort issues that plague most roadways. Meeting the needs of cyclists of all ages & abilities requires reducing the number and severity of conflicts between bicycles and motor vehicles. Roadways with high operating speed or high AADT require more effective treatments.