Atlanta is becoming more bikeable, but there's a catch.
The city's ranking in national bikeability assessments has improved, driven by BeltLine trail expansion and the addition of protected bike lanes on major corridors.
The recent opening of the Southside Trail Segments 2 and 3, creating 16.7 continuous miles of mainline trail, has significantly improved connectivity for cyclists traveling between Grant Park, Summerhill, and points west.
However, gaps in the network mean many neighborhoods still lack safe cycling infrastructure connecting them to the trail system or major employment centers. Advocates point to missing links that force cyclists onto dangerous arterial roads.
The World Cup has brought renewed attention to alternative transportation, with visitors from bike-friendly countries noting both Atlanta's progress and its remaining challenges.
City officials have committed to expanding the protected lane network, though funding and construction timelines vary by project.
