Fascinating, I had no idea it was there
Anybody who honestly believes most cyclists don't think they are a law unto themselves when it comes to the rules of the road needs their head examined. I see it all day and everyday out and about; lights being jumped, not giving way at zebra crossings etc. It is also not a small minority.
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Jahled Three shades of black, Thu 30 May 2013, 12:53,
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Very much the same here.
Although it does seem to be age related. Most mature cyclists do stick to the rules, the younger generation doesn't seem to care about the safety of themselves and others.
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Tusk knows where you live, Thu 30 May 2013, 12:57,
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confirmation bias
edit. i'm not into deleting so i won't delete but i wish i hadn't posted that.
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tickle I was away, Thu 30 May 2013, 13:00,
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That's bollocks
I'm a regular cycle and car commuter. I see far more drivers going through red lights, mounting the kerb, ignoring signs and, the big one, going far too fast in urban streets.
Some cyclists do dangerous things too, but they're a minor problem compared to the fuckwits behind the wheel.
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I object
As a cyclist I like to indulge in loads of dangerous things. Sometimes I don't microwave things properly or wait for the kettle to boil all the way. Other times, I stand near smokers at the bus stop. I've also been known to leave it way too long before going to the dentist.
I find bike rides quite safe though, possibly as a consequence of holding a large adjustable wrench in one hand whilst cycling.
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heckzecutive is probably fail, Thu 30 May 2013, 13:10,
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You live on a different planet to the one i'm on
and I also made no mention of cars, what have they got to do with a lot of cyclists riding around like cunts?
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Jahled Three shades of black, Thu 30 May 2013, 13:14,
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Fair point.
No-one should be acting dangerously on the roads.
I shout at cyclists who jump red lights. But the whole "red light" issue is a general one, they really are regarded as "advisory" around here. And the worst offenders are pedestrians, when I'm on my bike in town I have to shout at just about every pedestrian crossing, as the lardy arses lumber across regardless.
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