It’s a multi-use trail. More than 1 thing is going to be out there. EVERYBODY needs to understand that. EVERYBODY. That INCLUDES the parents of 3 year olds that might be doing random stuff, cause they’re 3 years old. My mom taught me to assume I was invisible and act accordingly. Don’t think they’re going to see me, don’t think they’re going to stop, don’t think they’re going to dodge, and most important don’t put myself in a position to MAKE them. Don’t land yourself in the hospital saying “but I had right of way”.
These people FAILED every aspect of that. And their kid almost got run over because of it.
The father in this case has a small baby and his 3 year old with him. He made a judgement call that I’m sure other parents would have made, who are we to second guess him?
The law would tell the driver of a car to be in control of his/her vehicle at all times so why is it not the same for a bicycle?
Cyclists should slow down around pedestrians. No more complicated than that.
Cyclists should also not physically assault dads.