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Old 12-16-2014, 07:33 PM
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Originally Posted by ditka41 View Post
"Gate-busters" are the same ^%$**&^'s who don't know how to operate turn signals or navigate the traffic circles. And just watch them backing out of parking spots at the grocery stores --absolutely no concern for anyone other than themselves.

I know one entertaining thing that demands their attention at the gates though: Leaving rather slowly as you go through the gate does not allow the "tailgaters" to follow while it's up. Not unusual to get a one-finger salute when they've been forced to stop and wait for the gate to re-open, like ordinary people do. Then, simply set your cruise control to the speed limit and watch them fume! Also temporarily effective on contractors who probably know better but can't be bothered by rules. Who says entertainment is expensive at The Villages? (Flame suit on!)
And I thought I was the only one that thought and enjoyed this sport!