Bike Maps?

[pinkpedalsUT]

I am planning on commuting to work but I am little uneasy about riding on some of the major roads to my building. I have seen websites that show you the best routes for cyclist/commuters but they are for NYC and some areas in California. Does anyone know if there are general maps or bike route planning websites? Any help would be appreciated :)

[coyote]

Hi pinkpedalsUT,
I'm assuming you are in Salt Lake, so I found this website: http://www.slcgov.com/transportation/BicycleTraffic/MAP.htm

We have a map like this for Tucson. I find it very helpful. I usually stick to Existing Bike Lane and then minor streets marked as Existing Signed Shared Roadway.

Hope that helps,
Mary

[7rider]

You can see what others have posted on Bikely.com to see if there is anything relevant for you.
Here's a search on bikely for "commutes" in Salt Lake City: http://www.bikely.com/listpaths/srchkey/Salt+Lake+City/is/Commute

Also...when you do come up with a route, try riding on the weekend, first, when traffic is generally a little lighter. It will give you a chance to see the area, and scope out possible alternatives, first....

[sbctwin]

What part of the city are you going to commute from/to? I live in the Sugarhouse area and ride up to Research Park everyday. I ride very early in the morning which allows me to ride up 21st S, but my afternoon ride home is on very busy streets...