Bicycle Railing Height Report - AASHTO - Subcommittee on Design

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BICYCLE RAILING HEIGHT SURVEY ADVOCACY GROUP RESPONSES 4a. What are the advantages of a 42" railing height? (Check all that apply) Count % 1 Provides For Adequate Viewshed 18 45 2 Provides For Proper Sight Distance 17 43 3 Other Advantage 7 18 OTHER ADVANTAGES RESPONSES: Greater sense of personal security. May be less impact to a historic structure sufficient protection from falls, and providing sufficient feeling of security viewshed/sight distance depends on circumstances If suitably constructed can also provide protection from errant vehicles. Less likely to bang head in fall by striking top rail, also closer to height which will form natural rest for cyclist Better suited for viewpoints/rest areas A- 25
BICYCLE RAILING HEIGHT SURVEY ADVOCACY GROUP RESPONSES 4b. What are the disadvantages of a 42" railing height? (Check all that apply) Count % 1 Reduces Feeling of Security 7 18 2 Inadequate Protection From Drop-Offs 10 25 3 Other Disadvantage 2 5 OTHER DISADVANTAGES RESPONSES: should not be used for higher bridge crossings (i.e. fear of height) same disadvantages as above. A- 26
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