Marc Climaco began a new blog to bring attention to the dangerous drivers that commit bike lane violations in New York City. #GETOFFMYBIKELANE captures pictures of cars and other inconsiderate acts that make bike riding unsafe there. Climaco's Tumblr is in response to Dorothy Rabinowitzes and other anti- bike lane advocates. Climaco wants to prove New York City cyclists are not the lawless, reckless riders they are made out to be.
The bike lane violation blog is raising awareness by utilizing hashtags and opening up posts to the world wide web. The combination of filtered photos and social media savvy is sure to get Get Off My Bike Lane some recognition and hopefully cyclists everywhere more respect. Submissions and collaborations are welcome.
City Cyclist-Protecting Blogs
Get Off My Bike Lane Exposes Bike Lane Violations Online
Trend Themes
1. Social Media Activism - Utilizing hashtags and social media platforms to raise awareness and promote change in urban cycling safety.
2. Citizen Journalism - Blogging and sharing real-time photos and experiences to highlight bike lane violations and advocate for cyclist rights.
3. Collaborative Advocacy - Encouraging submissions and collaborations in order to unite cyclists worldwide and promote respect for bike lanes.
Industry Implications
1. Social Networking Platforms - Opportunities for developing new features or platforms specifically designed for activism and advocacy in urban cycling safety.
2. Urban Transportation - Innovation in infrastructure planning and design to enhance bike lane safety and minimize violations through technological solutions.
3. Media and Publishing - Creation of online platforms and publications dedicated to citizen journalism and raising awareness on cyclist rights and safety.