HomeMy WebLinkAboutBicycling for recreation and transportationMost respondents to the 2019 Metro Bike Survey* do not bicycle as
a regular form of transportation. About 18% of respondents indicate
that they commute by bicycle to work or school on a regular basis
(weekly/daily). Approximately 10% of respondents indicated they
ride bicycles on a regular basis to shop or run errands.
* Based on responses to the 2019 Metro Bike Survey from individuals who live in or indicated a major
daily destination in Coralville, North Liberty, Tiffin, or University Heights.
Bicycling as a preferred mode of transportation varies from community to commu-
nity and even within communities. Proximity to the university and other major em-
ployers as well as availability of low stress roadways or bicycle facilities makes a
difference.
61%
12%9%7%11%
43%
26%
21%
9%
1%
Rarely A few times Occasionally Regularly Frequently
Never a year a few times once or twice Daily
a month a week
Rarely A few times Occasionally Regularly Frequently
Never a year a few times once or twice Daily
a month a week
Shopping and errands
Commuting to work or school Bicycling for Transportation
Top reasons respondents choose to commute by bike:
• Close to home/short ride.
• Faster and more convenient then other travel options.
• Bike facilities make it easy.
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Source MPO Long Range Transportation Plan Bicycle Survey (April 2016)
30%
25%
20%
16%
9%
7%
16%
28%
35%
14%
Most respondents to the 2019 Metro Bicycle Survey* choose to
ride bicycles for recreation on a regular basis:
• 49% ride weekly or daily; another 28% ride on a monthly basis.
• 25% of respondents take long rides outside city limits on a week-
ly or daily basis with another 45% doing so occasionally or a few
times a year.
* Based on responses to the 2019 Metro Bike Survey from individuals who live in or have a major
daily destination in Coralville, North Liberty, Tiffin, or University Heights.
Rarely A few times Occasionally Regularly Frequently
Never a year a few times once or twice Daily
a month a week
Rarely A few times Occasionally Regularly Frequently
Never a year a few times once or twice Daily
a month a week
Bicycling for Recreation Bicycling for recreation
Bicycle touring
Long rides outside city limits
92%
Separated
Trails and
Wide Sidewalks
67%
On-street
Bike Lanes
28%
On-street
No Markings
44%
On-street
with Sharrows
34%
Rural Roads/
Shoulders
Where are metro area bicyclists comfortable riding?
seek out bike trails even
if it means a longer ride.
Source: MPOJC Long Range Transportation Plan
Bicycle Survey (April 2016)
69%