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BICYCLE ROUTES <br /> • Bicycles travel in the same lanes at motorized vehicles <br /> • Bicycle-safe maintenance/repair recommendations apply <br /> SHARED ROADWAY <br /> • Bicycle-safe maintenance/repair recommendations apply <br /> INTERPRETIVE TRAILS <br /> • Evaluate feature for environmental sensitivity to determine appropriate buffer <br /> requirements. Buffer may need to be increased to accommodate the trail width <br /> • Trails should not be connected to areas of heavy usage; monitor for overuse <br /> • Avoid switchbacks to decrease erosion <br /> • Provide rest stops every 200' <br /> • Loop trails should range in length from 0.5-2.0 miles <br /> • Grades 2-5%preferred, with 8%maximum <br /> • 5-8' wide, or 4' wide with wider spots for people to congregate <br /> • Firm surface preferred: asphalt, concrete, boardwalk, gravel, wood chips <br /> • Additional elements to be incorporated: railings, benches interpretive signing, overlooks, <br /> photo opportunities <br /> • Parking for bicycles may be placed at trailheads to encourage on-foot usage <br /> W:\PLANNING\TRAILS\COMP96.DOC 43 <br />