Sadly, that’s exactly where bike lanes were installed in 2017 after a years-long community process, only to be removed following complaints from drivers used to zooming along the street.
It’s impossible to know whether this tragedy could have been prevented if the bike lanes were still there. But their removal will almost certainly mean Los Angeles will be liable for her death.
I can’t disagree. The only painted lanes I’ve ridden in that felt safe were between the parking row and the curb. Even then, safety is contextual as now the main concern is getting door’ed.
If only we had some red shells to ride around with.