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Title:

Using GPS Data to Assess Bicycle Commuter Route Choice

Accession Number:

01099459

Record Type:

Component

Availability:

Transportation Research Board Business Office

500 Fifth Street, NW
Washington, DC 20001 United States

Abstract:

This research analyzes bicycle commuter behavior that relies on the innovative use of Global Positioning System (GPS)-based data collection. The study examines the commute travel distances using data collected from GPS receivers and self-reported values. Analysis compares cyclists’ preferred routes with the shortest-network paths to determine the additional distances cyclists are willing to travel; multivariate regression models identify route and participant attributes affecting route choice. The analysis results suggest that as cyclists become more comfortable riding in heavy traffic conditions, they are less likely to travel additional distance beyond the shortest network path. In spite of accuracy concerns and complex data processing issues, we further conclude that GPS technology has great potential to be used in studies of bicycle commuting.

Monograph Accession #:

01084478

Report/Paper Numbers:

08-2951

Language:

English

Corporate Authors:

Transportation Research Board

500 Fifth Street, NW
Washington, DC 20001 United States

Authors:

Harvey, Francis
Krizek, Kevin J
Collins, Reuben

Pagination:

20p

Publication Date:

2008

Conference:

Transportation Research Board 87th Annual Meeting

Location: Washington DC, United States
Date: 2008-1-13 to 2008-1-17
Sponsors: Transportation Research Board

Media Type:

DVD

Features:

Figures; Maps; Tables (5)

Subject Areas:

Data and Information Technology; Pedestrians and Bicyclists; Public Transportation

Source Data:

Transportation Research Board Annual Meeting 2008 Paper #08-2951

Files:

TRIS, TRB

Created Date:

Jan 29 2008 5:26PM