Route Through Des Plaines Going to Mount Prospect? - The Chainlink2024-03-28T14:44:44Zhttps://thechainlink.org/forum/topics/route-through-des-plaines-going-to-mount-prospect?commentId=2211490%3AComment%3A889235&feed=yes&xn_auth=noI used to ride to Arlington h…tag:thechainlink.org,2015-02-15:2211490:Comment:8892352015-02-15T15:18:48.258ZLouie Louiehttps://thechainlink.org/profile/ElGuicho
I used to ride to Arlington heights a lot to visit my in laws but only did it on Sundays before 9 am. It was the only time I felt comfortable riding on northwest highway, that was the only route that made sense.
I used to ride to Arlington heights a lot to visit my in laws but only did it on Sundays before 9 am. It was the only time I felt comfortable riding on northwest highway, that was the only route that made sense. Just as figured no good alter…tag:thechainlink.org,2015-02-14:2211490:Comment:8889252015-02-14T04:29:36.233Zyouthhttps://thechainlink.org/profile/youth
<p>Just as figured no good alternatives. It seems at least Des Plaines knows about their shortcomings in cycling infrastructure <a href="http://www.desplaines.org/documentcenter/view/955" target="_blank">http://www.desplaines.org/documentcenter/view/955</a> but I wonder when & if these plans will ever be implemented.</p>
<p>Central is a bit calmer but I didn't like that it's only two lanes. Algonquin looks only better for the part that cuts through the forest since it has a marked bike…</p>
<p>Just as figured no good alternatives. It seems at least Des Plaines knows about their shortcomings in cycling infrastructure <a href="http://www.desplaines.org/documentcenter/view/955" target="_blank">http://www.desplaines.org/documentcenter/view/955</a> but I wonder when & if these plans will ever be implemented.</p>
<p>Central is a bit calmer but I didn't like that it's only two lanes. Algonquin looks only better for the part that cuts through the forest since it has a marked bike lane. I'm coming from around Bryn Mawr & Western & have found a comfortable mostly straightforward route (save for the detour through Forest Glen to get to Elston) following the Metra NW line up till turning into route 14 at the Des Plaines river.</p> Lee Roy said:
Is Central an…tag:thechainlink.org,2015-02-13:2211490:Comment:8889022015-02-13T21:06:57.704ZLee Royhttps://thechainlink.org/profile/LeeRoyCarrier
<p><br></br> <br></br> <cite>Lee Roy said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/comment/show?id=2211490%3AComment%3A889186&xn_out=json&firstPage=1&lastPage=1&xg_token=3429ee700bffb9e451a64dad41be09b4&_=1423861530804#2211490Comment889186"><div><p>Is Central any calmer? I live in Des Plaines, and know crossing over the river can be tough.</p>
<p>Algonquin > Talcott an option? It cuts through the forest preserve too.</p>
<p>I took this one on my motorized…</p>
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<p><br/> <br/> <cite>Lee Roy said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/comment/show?id=2211490%3AComment%3A889186&xn_out=json&firstPage=1&lastPage=1&xg_token=3429ee700bffb9e451a64dad41be09b4&_=1423861530804#2211490Comment889186"><div><p>Is Central any calmer? I live in Des Plaines, and know crossing over the river can be tough.</p>
<p>Algonquin > Talcott an option? It cuts through the forest preserve too.</p>
<p>I took this one on my motorized bike on the way to work one day (123rd & Pulaski).</p>
<p>That was a long ride on the 2-smoker for sure!</p>
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<p>Where are you coming from about? That would be helpful.</p>
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</blockquote> I've worked in Arlington Heig…tag:thechainlink.org,2015-02-13:2211490:Comment:8888882015-02-13T19:21:32.442ZBrett Ratnerhttps://thechainlink.org/profile/BrettRatner
<p>I've worked in Arlington Heights for 4 years and when I'm not using Metra, I take route 14.</p>
<p>I know very well what issue you are experiencing and unfortunately, I have not found a better route for that stretch between Des Plaines and Mt. Prospect. I just kinda put my head down, hold my line and power through that section of Route 14.</p>
<p>I'd guess the best solution is to perhaps notify IDOT and see if some sort of bike accommodation can be put in place. There seems to be plenty of…</p>
<p>I've worked in Arlington Heights for 4 years and when I'm not using Metra, I take route 14.</p>
<p>I know very well what issue you are experiencing and unfortunately, I have not found a better route for that stretch between Des Plaines and Mt. Prospect. I just kinda put my head down, hold my line and power through that section of Route 14.</p>
<p>I'd guess the best solution is to perhaps notify IDOT and see if some sort of bike accommodation can be put in place. There seems to be plenty of room for a bike path along the train tracks, for example.</p>