Jonesy Posted February 26, 2016 Share ✊Big up to you! You have the support of all cyclists from all backgrounds . Bring him to his knees!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martin PJ Posted February 26, 2016 Share Well done Furbz, wish there were more people like you in this world. In my limited experience, lawyers are good with the intimidation stuff, the guys I know who deal with these types throw their letters in the bin, where they belong. When their client is facing a serious charge, they try anything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stefmeister Posted February 26, 2016 Share Please do not settle for an apology! I've been hit by a car (although accidental), and it was the worst pain one could experience. Remember, you guys were lucky to get off relatively unharmed. But it could have been much worse and this c*** did not have any regard for you at the time. If he's apologetic now, he's not remorseful at all, only because he got caught. Similar to cheating partners, fraudsters and thieves. They're only sorry because they got caught. *based on the facts that your version of the story is the truth and the information at hand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xcd Posted February 26, 2016 Share some feedback.we have been contacted by an Attorney claiming to be representing the Driver.we are setting up a meeting with them. i will keep you all updated on the outcomeWas Jan Vermaak his Lawyer ?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BDF Posted February 26, 2016 Share All this talk of punishment for the driver: While in no way can his behaviour be defended, if punishment is the intended outcome, I feel that we will have lost an opportunity to get someone "on-side" who was "off-side". Punishment will only exacerbate the obvious ill he already feels toward cyclists. It won't help the collective cause to make him even more bitter. Constructive reconciliatory discussion has a far higher chance of bringing common understanding, and hopefully, better behaviour as well. Think about it - how would you respond to being punished for doing something you felt quite justified in doing? My 2c worth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lurch the stalker Posted February 26, 2016 Share I agree with the sentiment stated by others, don't try punish him.We'll all be happy if he learns from it, we don't need the resentment to grow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BarHugger Posted February 26, 2016 Share I think we donate a bike to him in conjunction with a Strava profile....he will punish himself...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xcd Posted February 26, 2016 Share All this talk of punishment for the driver: While in no way can his behaviour be defended, if punishment is the intended outcome, I feel that we will have lost an opportunity to get someone "on-side" who was "off-side". Punishment will only exacerbate the obvious ill he already feels toward cyclists. It won't help the collective cause to make him even more bitter. Constructive reconciliatory discussion has a far higher chance of bringing common understanding, and hopefully, better behaviour as well. Think about it - how would you respond to being punished for doing something you felt quite justified in doing? My 2c worth.I Agree ... Just explain that we as cyclist also get annoyed with fellow cyclist who take over the road but this is not they way of resolving it .. Respect from both sides is necessary. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duane_Bosch Posted February 26, 2016 Share Think about it - how would you respond to being punished for doing something you felt quite justified in doing? My 2c worth.I don't want to derail the thread but HOW COULD SOMEONE POSSIBLY FEEL JUSTIFIED in causing injury to anyone????? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lurch the stalker Posted February 26, 2016 Share I think we donate a bike to him in conjunction with a Strava profile....he will punish himself...... Close the thread, we have the answer. I don't want to derail the thread but HOW COULD SOMEONE POSSIBLY FEEL JUSTIFIED in causing injury to anyone????? I am sure people don't do things without some sort of internal justification.Doesn't mean it makes sense to the rest of the world... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tubehunter Posted February 26, 2016 Share I don't want to derail the thread but HOW COULD SOMEONE POSSIBLY FEEL JUSTIFIED in causing injury to anyone????? In much the same way that none of his actions make any sense to us, he has his reasons for them! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RocknRolla Posted February 26, 2016 Share What no punishment? Is this the hub? I say make him sweep the bike lane 500m either side of his property entrance if he resides in the cradle. On both sides of the road. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RocknRolla Posted February 26, 2016 Share Action without concequence...gotta love this place... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tubehunter Posted February 26, 2016 Share I agree on the sentiment of not trying to pour fuel on an already lit fire. No one is suggesting you be apologetic for being a cyclist, but come across as if you are human and seek an outcome that gets him to see this point without being confrontational. It's only through meaningful dialogue that you will get him to see your and ultimately our collective point. That there is a way for us to share the road in a way that is safe for all concerned. Challenge him to do two bike rides with you as part of his apology on top of any repairs required for Dad and his bike! Amazing what happens to people when they're on the other side of the fence! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stretch Posted February 26, 2016 Share is there a central place that cyclists park their bikes to start their cycle there? would be lekker if as sort of arrangement you can have some noticeboards setup that is a combination of the cycling community and the local community outlining the things to consider - i.e be aware of how you cycle and be aware of the cyclists etc etc...if he is a local a good positive discussion will do far more value than taking him to the cleaners Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NelAndre Posted February 26, 2016 Share I am for reconciliation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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