The concept was popularized by ultra-runner and artist , who spent 46 days in 2018 running all 1,100 miles of San Francisco's streets. Gates documented his journey to intimately understand his community and the diverse people within it, rather than just passing through as a typical commuter. Notable Challenges and Projects
Beyond athletic feats, "single street" framing is used in other disciplines:
: Various explorers have tracked their progress through Manhattan’s dense grid, often using paper maps or specialized apps like Strava or Footpath to mark off completed blocks.
