New rumble strips on Somerville path put up to deter high-speed cyclists

A Massachusetts community is trying something new to deter cyclists from speeding on a popular trail.

Though signs already exist reminding cyclists to slow down on Somerville’s Community Path, the city installed new texture rumble strips to curb any high-speed riders.

“I think that the path starts to feel more like a roadway than an actual path,” said Maggie Druschell. “I’m always glad if somebody slowed down even if it’s a little bit of a nuisance when I ride over it. I think it makes me feel overall safer.”…

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