I just can’t figure out why so many Americans are fat. Let me re-read the article to remember.
I used to bike commute when I could. I took the time to learn the rules of the road (e.g., the law). Where I lived, 2/3 of the cyclists obeyed it and 25% of the cars did.
Typically, pedestrians have the right of way, then cyclists, then cars. That’s oversimplified, but a decent rule of thumb.
I moved to Texas and only ride on occasion. The immigrants here follow no rules, either in their cars, on their bikes or while walking.
To anyone wishing to follow the advice of the author, a decent number of cyclists have conceal carry permits. I wouldn’t threaten one if I were you, no matter how cute you think it is.
It would be a pretty neat trick to carry under blue spandex.
Bullies in cars or bullies on bicycles are the same.
But I’m really happy in Texas where someone threatening me can be told to stop and know that I mean it.
I was almost mowed down by some fool in a Mercedes when he drove onto the bike path. It was more important that he tell me he needed to get to the airport.
I’m still reminded of the illegal who killed that bicyclist at White Rock Lake. The only reason they caught the guy was she was famous. Not famous enough for me to know her name.
Most of the cyclists I've encountered are self-rightous enviromental nutcases who are gonna do their part to save mamma earth, whether others want to slow down to assist them or not. As for the guns, I think anyone willing to wear one those gay helmets is WAY too concerned about safety to ever consider carrying something as “dangerous” as a gun. Keep the toys and spandex on the trails meant for such play. I've got a bumper AND a .357, and I don't have to dig through a gay looking fannypack to get to it.
To anyone wishing to follow the advice of the author, a decent number of cyclists have conceal carry permits. I wouldn’t threaten one if I were you, no matter how cute you think it is.
I had occasion to implement that in 1996. I was sideswiped by a car while on a training ride. The driver then spun his car in a 180, and started revving his engine. The driver then thought otherwise when he saw me in a shooting stance. Good for him, since I fully intended to empty the clip if he accelerated toward me. Of course this was Texas (Fort Bend County), where citizens are allowed to defend themselves against deadly force. Texas DPS trooper arrested the driver.
You’re a responsible and reasonable person.
Let me pose a question. If you had a two-way, asphalt bike path that paralleled a narrow two lane road, which would you choose? I bet I know your answer.
I lived in the TC and a lot of cyclists choose to use the regular road and hold up traffic, despite the well-maintained, snow-cleared bike path. I know you don’t know the answer, but why would someone choose the road? It baffles me.