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Old 06-20-2023, 03:02 PM
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Originally Posted by VApeople View Post
Yes, you are exactly right!

We often walk on the beautiful walking/biking trails south of Route 44 and we always keep to the right.

I have read about some walkers being hit from behind by bike riders, so I have decided to carry my hiking stick with a sharp metal tip in my left hand with the sharp tip pointing backwards. Hopefully, that will deter some bike riders from coming too close to me when they pass us.
Wouldn't it be easier and safer just to walk on the left, facing oncoming bicycles ?