[net.cycle] cycle and pickup conflict

rdb@drutx.UUCP (BurnhamRD) (05/01/85)

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I ran into a bad situation last Sunday and I would like some advice.
The problem began with a trip on I25 from Denver, CO to Colorado
Springs.  I was on the highway and a bike club was entering the
highway.  Everything was fine until the leader and all 40 bikes began
moving into my lane.  Soon I had  two bikes about 3 feet from my
front bumper.  I slowed to give the bikes some space and the bikes
behind me began going around me and cutting in front of me.  One bike
cut in very close and I but on the brakes.  The riders behind me got
very mad and as they passed made gestures that I am sure I don't need
to describe.  As soon as I got an opening I moved to the far left
lane and got out of their way.  I must admit that my wife and I were
a bit shaken and talked about what could have happened for several
miles down the road.  

I would like to know how I can avoid getting into the same
situation again.  If there is interest I will be happy to post a
summary to the net.

Bob Burnham ...drutx!rdb

bobf@drutx.UUCP (FormhalsR) (05/06/85)

In my mind there is quite a distinction between a gang and a club.
Your description "bike club" doesn't really elaborate on who you
encountered. But I would be surprised to find them a part of the
Honda crowd.