• n2burns@lemmy.ca
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        11 months ago

        AFAIK, the main issue wasn’t where they’re used but where they’re stored. While scooters riding on sidewalks is an issue, the bigger issue is them cluttering the sidewalk and becoming an impedance to pedestrians, especially those with disabilities.

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      11 months ago

      Wouldn’t this apply to both rented and personally-owned scooters though?

      Getting rid of the rentals might reduce the number temporarily, but doesn’t really seem to solve the problem.

      • FuglyDuck@lemmy.world
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        11 months ago

        most people who buy their own don’t leave it out on the street, and (while I’m not in paris…) my experience is they also tend to be more responsible about it. like riding while sober, wearing helmets, and being in the bike lane (or wherever they’re supposed to be)