[57ChevyFI]

Since this guy was TRYING to kill someone, does anyone know how many he's killed since this egregious event? Seems he should be up to a dozen by now, just wanted to know if it was safe to hit the streets again.

[golfing eagles]

Originally Posted by 57ChevyFI

Since this guy was TRYING to kill someone, does anyone know how many he's killed since this egregious event? Seems he should be up to a dozen by now, just wanted to know if it was safe to hit the streets again.

Maybe he'll just fail no matter how hard he tries. I've been "trying" to win the green jacket at Augusta since 1970 and I haven't got one yet

[buzzy]

Originally Posted by Rapscallion St Croix

Hold on, Hoss. I am not a wanna be. I'll have you know that I have exactly the same number of Tour de France wins as Lance Armstrong,

Good one.

[dirtbanker]

Originally Posted by golfing eagles

The argument about licensing cycles is absurd. How about pedestrians? Should the need a license, a plate, and pay a fee to walk on a road? How about walking across the street to a neighbor's house---need a license for that. How about golf carts?

I believe Biker! stated that "Cyclists have the same rights and responsibilities as cars"...I asked why they did not have plates, insurance, and contributed to road tax fund. If you don't want them to have the same responsibilities (plates and insurance) as a car, take it up with him!

Originally Posted by golfing eagles

The second paragraph was even more inane. Who are any of us to tell another what activity they are allowed to enjoy, where to enjoy it, and what to wear? Maybe the cyclists should get to tell us what to wear on the golf course, or the pools, or in the squares??? Or do they just get to make fun of what you are wearing?

To paraphrase JFK---We all live in this small community, we all share the same roads, we all cherish our retirement, and we are all mortal.

End of rant

I asked why he did not ride his bike on a stand in his driveway if the roads are sub-standard width. There is a difference between asking and telling, is there not?

JFK earns about the same amount of respect from me as Bill Clinton does...

[golfing eagles]

Originally Posted by dirtbanker

I believe Biker! stated that "Cyclists have the same rights and responsibilities as cars"...I asked why they did not have plates, insurance, and contributed to road tax fund. If you don't want them to have the same responsibilities (plates and insurance) as a car, take it up with him!



I asked why he did not ride his bike on a stand in his driveway if the roads are sub-standard width. There is a difference between asking and telling, is there not?

JFK earns about the same amount of respect from me as Bill Clinton does...

Me too, but the quote seemed cool.

Do you think pedestrians have the same rights and responsibilities as a car when using the roads, or are you just singling out cyclists?

But asking why he doesn't ride on a stand in his driveway is like asking a golfer why he doesn't just hit balls into a net in his backyard

[Chazz]

Sorry that you had this terrifying experience, but glad it didn't result in injuries, or worse!

If you are concerned that you didn't receive the proper response from the law enforcement officer who you contacted, I would elevate the matter to Lt. Siemer and/or Sheriff Farmer. In addition, you may want to contact one or more of The Villages Bike clubs and share the video with them to get their views on the matter. I know that the Sumter Landing Bike Club takes these "near miss" type incidents very seriously. If they agree with your view they may assist you in determining what, if anything, can be done.

Stay safe...it's a jungle out there!

Originally Posted by bikeman

This SUV tried to run over one of our cyclist the other day. Going north on Buena Vista by the Savannah center round about, our group after stopping to let other cars clear, started north again. That is when this SUV came up from behind us in the left lane and crossed in front of our lane to turn right on El Camino Real just missing the lead rider by inches, and mean inches. Had he not turned his from wheel to the right just a little, he would have been hit. No telling what injuries might have occurred if the contact had happened. Fortunately, the last cyclist had a camera going and we were able to get the license number. We called the Sumter County police, and officer Wills, to report the incident. We were not looking to ticket the driver, but to let him/her know that crossing two lanes at a high rate of speed is jeopardizing the safety, and maybe the life of these cyclist. The officer refused to help even after giving him the license number. I wonder if the same officer would have shown any interest if this SUV had collided with the bicycle? I guess someone has to be injured before this officer would help with the situation. If you know this person, please notify them that what they did was totally wrong, and could have cost someone their life just to make the turn 5 seconds earlier. They never stopped, or even acknowledged any wrong doing. Even after giving the Sumter County officer the license number he refused to do anything telling me that Florida license plates has 6 numbers/letters not 5. I know that vanity plates in Florida can have less than 6. I am not sure why he chose not to pursue this problem, or at least make a call telling them they are now being watched and should be more considerate of cyclist. Here is a picture of the SUV. Please let me know if you know this person. License # SJE IT
Thanks for caring,

[dirtbanker]

Originally Posted by golfing eagles

Do you think pedestrians have the same rights and responsibilities as a car when using the roads, or are you just singling out cyclists?

No I don't. I feel they have more rights and less responsibilities. Pedestrians have the right of way and they do not have plates, insurance, nor contribute to the road tax fund. They also seldom walk in the lane of traffic (challenging fate) and they also do not seem to go out of their way to cause traffic issues and bring attention to themselves.

Originally Posted by golfing eagles

But asking why he doesn't ride on a stand in his driveway is like asking a golfer why he doesn't just hit balls into a net in his backyard

Well if you were whining to me about sub standard width golf courses, I would assume you are having difficulties keeping your ball on the fairway...you might benefit from hitting balls into a net in your backyard.

[dirtbanker]

Originally Posted by Rapscallion St Croix

Hold on, Hoss. I am not a wanna be. I'll have you know that I have exactly the same number of Tour de France wins as Lance Armstrong,

How much HGH did you have to take?