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Protected bike lane
pruh-TEK-tid BIKE LAYN
Local meaning
A bicycle lane separated from moving motor traffic by parking, barriers, islands, posts, or another physical buffer.
New York uses several bike-lane designs. A protected lane offers more separation than a painted conventional lane, but intersections, driveways, loading zones, pedestrians, and turning vehicles still require attention. Green pavement may highlight conflict areas but does not replace signs and markings.
Example in context
- “Use the protected bike lane instead of riding in general traffic.”
How it is used
Common New York street-design terminology and part of the city bike map legend.
official, practical, safety-focused
cycling directions, street design, transportation planning
Common New York street-design terminology and part of the city bike map legend.
Protected does not mean conflict-free. Riders and drivers must still follow signals, yielding rules, and posted directions.
Spelling and scope
Common New York street-design terminology and part of the city bike map legend.
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Frequently asked questions
Is every green bike lane protected?
No. Green paint may mark several bicycle-facility types or conflict zones; physical separation defines a protected lane.
Can pedestrians stand in a protected bike lane?
Bike lanes are travel space, so pedestrians should avoid blocking them and cross with care.
Read next
All words →Evidence and further reading
These sources support the regional association, dictionary sense, or broader spread. The entry remains open to correction from New York speakers and qualified reviewers.
- NYC Bike MapNew York City Department of Transportation
Official map legend and context for protected, conventional, shared, and other bicycle routes.