All caps and multiple exclamation points don’t necessarily make a statement true. What are you doing that’s so important that you can’t tolerate a few seconds delay? There are many places in which bicycles can be ridden safely and effectively (and much more cheaply than cars), and others in which they cause only minor inconveniences.
There should be room in this country for a variety of lifestyles — it’s called ‘freedom’ [imagine multiple exclamation points here]. In my retirement I drive a car I bought for $300 and ride a $50 bicycle, and am reasonably happy (which is probably more than can be said by most of the persons who can’t stand a few seconds delay). I don’t begrudge people the big luxury cars and SUVs that some of them have — else I wouldn’t be posting on a conservative forum :-) — but I expect a little tolerance for my lifestyle as well.
As for the bicyclists who are reckless and inconsiderate, just be thankful that they aren’t in cars. They’d be much more dangerous in them.
Well, ain’t you fine and dandy. Retired and everyone is just in your way. Imagine multiple injuries, by hard edged objects, that don’t have time for your meanderings. Then re-think your supposed retirement, from a hospital bed - that couldn’t less about your egoism.