I got used to the bike shares in Seattle and I've never heard anyone really complain except initially when the city was getting used to them. Lime E-bike's are everywhere and are actually useful here. They stay pretty clear of walking paths.
I kindly ask you to grab one of those bikes and do a few miles on the Burke. It's beautiful out, really hope you enjoy it.
I commute regularly on the Burke, it's wonderful. Cars are so much more of an issue on my commute. More bikes please!
Especially around UW, there are ALWAYS rental bikes in the way. Not always dangerously so, but adding to congestion.
I am trying hard not to be too old-man-crotchety about this, but the part where the business model of these companies depends on storing assets on the public right of way ... grinds my gears.