Old 09-16-19, 11:05 PM
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There isn't a real answer. The problem is widespread. It would be less common with a steady stream of bikes in the bike lane, but as it is, one doesn't notice the occasional passing bike.

That bike lane appears to have a 1' to 1 1/2' buffer between the cars and bikes which helps a bit.

The driver in the video also appears to be opening the door slowly, so a cyclist has a little time to react. Still, 1 to 2 seconds between the door cracking and being opened into the bike lane.

I don't see the cyclist putting on the brakes, but does more left slightly.

I do wonder if a road bike would have been more nimble in that situation than a cargo bike. Nonetheless, I am also a utility cyclist, and know the demands of utility cycling.
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