INDIANAPOLIS For the first time, Indianapolis crews are plowing protected bike lanes and major commuter trails during winter changes that cyclists say have made a huge improvement over previous years.

Jakob Morales, a cyclist advocate who rides year-round, said the difference is obvious.

Weve seen huge improvement over the previous yea...my path here on Michigan and New York Street, they were both clear, Morales said. As you can see there are some areas that havent really been touched or need more work, but overall this is such a huge improvement from last year and the cycling community is really grateful.

Last winter, Morales said snowy and icy bike lanes forced him into traffic where he was involved in a hit-and-run crash. This years city effort, he said, is keeping many riders and wa

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