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DryGumby t1_ivwsz44 wrote

Reply to comment by CactusBoyScout in New changes to 8th Ave create much wider pedestrian space, organize and calm a formerly chaotic place by Miser

This is much needed in midtown. During rush hour you're just pushed into walking in the street or standing in stop and go pedestrian traffic.

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CactusBoyScout t1_ivwt4sw wrote

Yeah it’s so ridiculous that sidewalks are completely overflowing while cars have as many lanes as a suburban highway.

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Wowzlul t1_iwaglq4 wrote

If I take a cab I'm always struck by how much more open the avenues feel. Even in midtown traffic there's ample space given for each car (with ~1.5 people per) to have a larger buffer on all sides than any pedestrian can enjoy.

You also get that impressive "canyon" look that's impossible from the sidewalks.

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