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05-16-2016, 12:36pm | #21 | |||||||
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I'm not the person who would purposely get in the way to make a point that you share the road with cyclists. Courtesy goes a long way. A lot of folks recognize me cycling in my area. I'm always polite, aware they are driving around me. On many cases let them proceed before I do at an intersection. Many are appreciative. Still have a few who have to pull up close next to me. I don't yell, or raise my hand with a gesture. After all you are in a car, I'm on a bike. I will always loose in that match up They allow us to ride tandem two wide, down here. if I'm cycling in your neck of the woods. I'll be sure to stay in my line in the lane. Of course always being aware of who's coming behind and approaching me. You have to keep a look out for your self or you might be the next roadkill. |
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Even if I was on the receiving end of that, I'd find it funny. |
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As for the courtesy goes a long way, sometimes in the morning I will end up behind a bicyclist on a certain road. Even though it's flat where I "catch" him, I will follow him for a 1/4 mile. Then we head down a hill that's no fun going up. He will easily hit 42-45 mph. He also makes a right close to the bottom so I drive "blocker" for him so he doesn't end up road pizza at his turn. |
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That's what I was thinking. With as many bike riders as there are around here - year round - most are considerate and follow the traffic rules. Most main roads here do have designated bike lanes, though. There are lots of trails and other options for them, as well. I guess I'm in the minority. I haven't had many issues with bike riders. |
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I realize this opens a can of worms, but if you really want to criticize a group of riders, look no further than sport bikes. These are...without a doubt and without question...a group of the most dangerous, reckless and arrogant individuals on the road today. Nearly every time I see one coming down the road, the rider is either doing something highly illegal or or is waiting for an opportunity to do something highly illegal. All the while putting other people at risk. |
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And sometimes, having somebody rearrange your junk for you feels pretty good. Sure is better than doing it myself. My bikes are not girl bikes, I assure you. Most girl bikes look like guy bikes now anyway. My regular road bike: My triathlon bike (Except for the new race wheels): |
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Nice bikes ericpl.
I am a road biker and always obey the rules of the road. Most drivers are courteous and aware of me but there are always a few who would rather see you dead than in their way for a few seconds. I have been run off the road, had things thrown at me, had people lean out the passenger window to try to push me over, turn in front of me, pull out in front of me, the list goes on. Things changed for me on August 19th, 2015. I was out for my daily ride of around 40 miles when I crashed. I do not remember what caused it or how long I was unconscious, I woke up when they were loading me in the ambulance. That upside down bed pan (as the OP calls it) probably saved my life. Injuries were a broken hip with the femur pushed through the socket and a shattered pelvis. Surgery was the next day with plates and screws holding things together. I spent a week in the hospital and then 6 weeks before I could put weight on the leg. Then rehab at Andrews Institute and finally able to walk without a limp. I have ridden a few times since then but it's just not that same anymore. Here is my road bike after the repairs, just needed new bar tape and straighten the handle bars. I guess my body took most of the impact. |
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Yep, I came up on a group of 3 standing in the road, in a turn, behind a turn. At least they were wearing yellow. I even drove by them slowly, seeing if they would flag me because they needed help. They ignored me. And no, I am not stupid enough to park the car in that location. Oh, this on a winding woods road where 100km/h is allowed (just over 60 mph) and a lot of people do not adhere to that limit.
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Either way, glad to see you on the right side of the ground! |
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Triathlon bike. Not legal for regular bike races like the Tour de France or Tour of California. The downtube (the part that screams Specialized) is more of a sail and actually helps move me forward when I'm in a crosswind or even a headwind. I can literally feel it surge forward when the headwind hits it with a gust.
It also holds a water bladder (like a Camelbak), and has a drinking tube with a magnet that attaches to the aero bar so I can get drinks while tucked in for less drag. It is ridiculously light. |
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