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Originally Posted by OrangeBlossomBaby
I've done this on my bicycle. My reasoning has nothing to do with your assumption though. It IS a courtesy. It's my way of saying:
"I know I can't go close to the 20mph speed limit, and this might frustrate you. So I'm informing you now, that if you wish to pass me, I am prepared to pull over and stop so you can pass safely. Or I can slow down further, or move closer to the edge of the road, depending on where we happen to be at the moment. I also would like for you to pass me sooner rather than later, so I can pay all my attention to what's ahead of me, and not worry about someone tailgating me in a vehicle that can flatten me to the pavement should I need to stop short for any reason. This is a symbiotic relationship, and I want you to know that I am actively doing my part, and see you, and acknowledge you."
I mean, if this is a problem for you, let me know which golf cart you drive and send me a picture of yourself. I'll just stay in the middle of the lane, doing my 8-12mph, until I get to my destination and you can just deal with having to cross to the other side of the road into oncoming traffic if you want to pass me. I'm fine with that too. I have good brakes, I can stop on a dime if you and oncoming traffic have an argument and you end up flying through your windshield onto my side of the road.
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Very well said! I ride at an average speed of 18MPH. It's a speed that will take a cart a little bit longer to pass me making for a potentially dangerous situation. If someone is riding my tail, I speed up to about 20MPH until I see a clear, straight path ahead. I then slow down significantly, pull to the side and wave the cart behind me on. I do it as a courtesy, not arrogance. I've yet to have anyone not wave and thank me for the courtesy extended. When I get my first discourteous response, I will likely have met the poster who responded your post.