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Originally Posted by mikeod
I wonder if MrMark is from an urban area as the posts, to me, show an individual who is accustomed to rushing about. I came to TV from So. California and spent many years moving quickly, whether is was on the freeways, or side streets when the freeways were backed up. We walked fast, talked fast, did everything fast. Speed limits were a "suggestion" for many. I remember being on a freeway with a speed limit of 65, in traffic moving at 75, and having people pass me as if I were stopped. Gaining a car length in rush hour was a commuting victory.
It took me a while after moving here to really slow down. I mean REALLY slow down in both actions and attitude.
Just sayin'.
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Not one of you has bothered to read my original post from the perspective that I'm concerned about YOUR safety.
A couple of comments: The law probably does require me to give you 3 foot clearance. Can't do that if you are riding 2-3 abreast when two lanes of traffic are going in the same direction as you are. Tell me that's not so!
Many times you don't obey the laws of the road. My observation is that many of you don't think stop signs are meant for you. Tell me that's not so!
I never considered bicycle traffic when I moved here 20 years ago. There was virtually none and they certainly didn't roam in packs of 20 + without considering that cars were trying to avoid hitting them.
If you've ever seen any of my restaurant comments you'd know I've never been to a Burger King so why do you think I'm in a hurry to get there.
Can't believe you don't see this topic from the perspective of SAFETY. Your safety, not mine or any other automobile driver. Who do you think is going to win when one of you gets hit by a car who doesn't know you think you are invincible. Ride the cart paths like other slow moving vehicles or stay on street with cart or bicycle paths.