andrewbell Posted January 31, 2008 Posted January 31, 2008 Why is it that motorists think that they own the road even when turning across on coming traffic even if it is a cyclist, that they could easily see?
CVANC Posted January 31, 2008 Posted January 31, 2008 I always assume they don't see me, until I'm sure they have stopped and wait for me to cross the road.CVANC2008-01-31 13:31:27
Azonic Posted January 31, 2008 Posted January 31, 2008 I've lost count of the amount of times cars would pull up next to me, just to turn left... while I'm usually still next to the car. Blind?  Â
Trackie Posted January 31, 2008 Posted January 31, 2008 I think we've all experienced inconsideration from motorists - as cyclists and as motorists. As Spinnekop would say.........Pop Pop - Sit back and enjoy!!
Mr LOOK Posted January 31, 2008 Posted January 31, 2008  I've lost count of the amount of times cars would pull up next to me' date=' just to turn left... while I'm usually still next to the car. Blind?   [/quote']It happened twice today!! South Africans drivers are all just ignorant towards cyclists......and it's getting worse!! Â
Trackie Posted January 31, 2008 Posted January 31, 2008 I rest my case............always someone up for an OLD debate
Cois Posted January 31, 2008 Posted January 31, 2008 Umm, and don't forget the walkers and joggers. That is how I was hit by an taxi, walking home. I dread the day when a car is gonna hit me while jogging....
Trackie Posted January 31, 2008 Posted January 31, 2008 Yup. I thought that after 20 years I was immune. Then some A-Hole comes down the road with my name on the fender - 5 days in ICU and learning to walk again aint fun. That's why I don't ride anymore - try and be as safe as you can guys.
Trackie Posted January 31, 2008 Posted January 31, 2008 Hello Simon..............Not at the moment, but am contemplating getting a mountain bike. As you know - once the bug bites................
GreyOwl Posted January 31, 2008 Posted January 31, 2008 Ian...I never took you for one that would stop riding?! Yeah,once the bug bites...its never out of the blood. I'd like to ride MTB, but its just not possible. Good luck...
Trackie Posted January 31, 2008 Posted January 31, 2008 I battled to walk again - then started riding as a pilot for a visually impaired rider-then got fired from the disabled track team for being too old. That's gotta hurt!!
Trackie Posted January 31, 2008 Posted January 31, 2008 What I forgot to say was - Thanks for the good wishes Simon.
GreyOwl Posted January 31, 2008 Posted January 31, 2008 Ouch! At least they didnt replace you with Neil Crosthwaite!! Coz that would just be insulting!!!
Trackie Posted January 31, 2008 Posted January 31, 2008 Now Now -Â Neil has served his time........................but I promise to return to track when he does so we can recreate the 1999 Vets points race - classic
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