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Originally Posted by llama64
I get really nervous when there are cyclists on busy roads. One mistake by anyone and that cyclist could very well be dead before anyone can react.
My main beef with the majority of cyclists I encounter is that they fail to recognize that they are indeed a vehicle while mounted on their bike. This means they cannot be treated as a pedetrian. Too many abuse situations by pretending to be one or the other as it suits them. For example, crossing a street in a cross walk only to start travelling in a traffic lane. If you're gonna do that, get off your bike. I once watched an elderly pedestrian get smoked by a cyclist pulling that exact move. And yes, this is the majority of cyclists that I have encountered.
Also, DON'T RIDE BETWEEN STOPPED VEHICLES AND PARKED CARS! No, there isn't another magic bike lane in the 2 feet between my car and the one in the parking spot. Remember, some of us drivers need to turn right at intersections. This is especially important to realize during the evening or early morning when light levels are very low (since black seems to be the predominant outfit colour for stylish cyclists).
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this is a mistake made by motorists as well. When I pull up to the four way stop, you don't need to wave me through, I'll wait my turn, thanks.
And I agree that education on both sides is a good thing. Not enough motorists know the rights of cyclists on the road.
Most cycle commuters I know have reflective vests and lights on (and I know the police are ticketing people without lights as well, this is a good thing, too).