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Mt. Charleston Needs Bike Lanes!

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Published on Friday, 01 May 2009 00:00
Written by Heather Fisher

mt. charleston bike laneUndoubtedly, Red Rock Canyon, Lake Mead, and Mt. Charleston are the most scenic and enjoyable cycling areas in Southern Nevada.

Fortunately, we have been heard in Red Rock Canyon and NDOT constructed some wonderful bike lanes here.  Lake Mead also has nice bike lanes as well.  Mt. Charleston, however, is sadly lacking. 

This very popular cycling route, our only cool respite in the hot summer months, is also very hazardous, due to the lack of bike lanes.  Please feel free to email any leads you may have on this issue and stay posted. 

Also check out the similar issues of Mt. Charleston Rumble Strips and Overlay District.  The people behind the Mt. Charleston Overlay District were very effective on that issue and may have the key to this issue as well.  The ideal situation would be to create bike lanes for the bottom half of the mountain (as far up as the rumble strips go) and leave the top half the way it is.

A Good Letter for Bike Lanes

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Published on Thursday, 30 April 2009 00:00
Written by Heather Fisher
Good Morning Heather,
 
I just stubbled across your website and I wanted to send a quick note:
 
Thank you for you efforts to bring safety to such a crazy place.  My wife and I moved to Vegas (northwest ANN/95) about two years ago, and I have LOVED learing new routes and trails.  I ride a road bike (04'  Allez), as well as a Harley (93' Spriger Softail) so road conditions and rider safety are my primary concern.  Plus, I drive out to Blue Diamond as often as possible (07' Stumpjumper FSR).  Love that bike.  Thank GOD for good friends, and the former teacher sign on bonus.
 
I was shocked the first time I drove the Mt. Charleston highways; at it's beauty, it's powerful elavation changes, it's dynamic vegitation and the fact that their were no shoulders.  I have pedaled, drove and rode the highways many times (including hiking and snow fun) since we moved here and I'm always nervous at some point. 
 
I realize shoulders up 158 would unreasonable, with cost and room, but there is no reason shoulders could not be added on most of 157 and 156.  I would like to help and support anything or anyone that can call attention to this issue.  I plan to subscribe to the updates and help where I can.
 
Thank you for your time and congratulations on your accomplishments.
 
Sincerely,

Shannon Fincher.