bhilden@druxj.UUCP (HildenbrandBE) (03/30/84)
Having been a racing cyclist(i.e. heavy training miles) for the
last 6 years, I would hazzard to say that I consider the threat
from cars and their drivers to be more dangerous than man's best
friend. Unlike many of my cohorts, I attempt to obey all
road signs and regulations. This doesn't seem to be good enough
for most drivers who would rather have you riding in the ditch
at the side of the road. I guess the real problem is that some
drivers really resent having to "pass" you on the road, rather
than wizz by you with inches to spare at top speed. These
incidents could lead to some very heavy consequences and I've
had my share of close calls.
I would be interested to hear any information regarding the
rights we bikers have, proven methods for dealing with the
problem, or any other comments. I don't want to surrender
my roads and rights just to stay alive but, it looks like
I'm headed in that direction. Please post your feelings
in this newsgroup.
Bruce Hildenbrand
p.s. - as for dogs, the shouting method("stay","go home")
has worked fine for me as there are some dogs even
Greg LeMond can't outsprint.