A first for Hamilton, the residents of ward one now have sections of new bike lanes protected from traffic by a lane of parked vehicles on Herkimer and Charleton.

The original design from the city got rejected by residents who asked for an improved configuration that would provide more protection for cyclists.

The painting is not complete for the entire length, but it will be soon. The lanes, one in each direction on the current one-ways (Herkimer for eastbound, Charleton westbound) will connect the Dundurn bike lanes to James Street South.

Some parts of Hamilton are getting things done for cyclists. Other parts of the city could do more (not mentioning any names, yet) to support current cyclists, and make it possible for new cyclists to take part in active transportation.

What do you think?

Have you tried the new lanes? what do you think? Do you drive here? How is the traffic now? please leave us a comment with your experience of the new cycling infrastructure.