Quinn & Ernie
Quinn Quinn
Hey Ernie, I’ve been thinking about designing a city bike lane that’s both efficient and a little playful—like an obstacle course that still gets people where they need to go quickly. How would you blend your quick‑wit twists with a solid plan?
Ernie Ernie
So you want a bike lane that’s a fun obstacle course? Nice. Start with a paint job that says “fast lane” in neon, then drop in a few gentle bumps that feel like mini trampolines—just enough to make cyclists grin but not to make them lose balance. Add a tiny set of “speed traps” that are actually speed‑boosting ramps—so the riders think they’re slowing, but they’re actually zooming. Put a whimsical stoplight at the end that flashes “go” only when the bike’s moving fast enough, and a “slalom” curve that’s basically a giant banana peel sign for the kids’ playground. Keep the path straight enough that you don’t end up in a maze, but sprinkle in those playful twists so commuters feel like they’re on a secret roller‑coaster. Just remember: if you make it too dangerous, people will ride to the end of the city instead of the store. Keep it safe, keep it goofy, and the traffic will follow the fun.