Why cycling feels less safe for women

Cycling can ease congestion and boost our health, but whether people ride often comes down to how safe it feels.The way our cities are designed shapes that experience, and the infrastructure we build doesn't work equally for everyone.Research shows women are more likely to make multi-stop trips through busy streets and feel less safe, while men tend to take longer commutes on protected bike paths.So how do we design cities that make cycling appealing – and safe – for everyone?