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Originally Posted by Lomac
But there already are artificial constraints on the LGB/SP Causeway: speed limits and a middle lane that changes its flow of traffic on set schedules.
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1) The speed limit isn't a constraint at all.
2) Middle lane closures due to the counter-traffic flow is acceptable. Middle lane closure due to the nanny state is not.
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I'm not disputing the fact that shutting down the middle lane completely is utterly stupid. However, because the middle lane rotates it's flow of traffic based on actual need, it's usually pretty damn predictable to figure out what way is open at any given time of the day. As a result, you should be able to adjust your schedule accordingly. If you're going against the flow of traffic, leave a couple minutes earlier. Or if you're going with the flow, leave on time.
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This assumes that people drive bust the speed limit to meet a schedule. Most people bust the speed limit because they drive at what they feel is a comfortable reasonable speed. Most times, it is.
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The point I here is that because it's organized, you can plan your required driving time accordingly. You can't plan a trip thinking will I or will I not get stuck behind a pair of trucks going up a hill on Hwy5 (or any other similar type of constraint).
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A pair of trucks going up a hill is not a constraint. It is bad, inconsiderate driving by the truck driver attempting the make the pass.