Pedestrians in San Francisco are sick of bicycles and scooters on sidewalks

Pedestrians in San Francisco report increasing dangers from bicycles and scooters riding on sidewalks, often startling them as they walk. The city's Transportation code prohibits sidewalk riding for bicycles, except for children under 13, but enforcement seems absent. Residents Trish and Laurence Wiener highlight the dangers posed by fast-moving e-bikes and scooters, especially near bus traffic, with Trish noting, "It's dangerous because you've not really tuned in to that while you're walking. " Delivery companies like DoorDash and Uber Eats insist they provide guidelines against sidewalk riding to their couriers, with DoorDash stating they send reminders. Despite the city investing millions in bicycle lanes as part of the Better Market Street Project, the problem persists, raising concerns about pedestrian safety.

Local advocacy group Walk San Francisco declined to comment on the ongoing safety issue, which further frustrates residents. Some cyclists argue that the proximity to buses makes sidewalks seem safer at times, complicating the issue. Ultimately, the lack of enforcement and advocacy leaves pedestrians feeling vulnerable on the streets of San Francisco.