Windbreaker Posted February 22, 2009 Posted February 22, 2009 I sincerely hope that I don't offend the loved ones of the children with this post, but I want to make a point that is being completely lost on the media and our cycling organisations. Read this report http://www.news24.com/News24/South_Africa/News/0,,2-7-1442_2474271,00.html and then ask whether the recent statements by cycling organisations imploring cyclists to ride in the yellow lane are really what is required to reduce cycling/motorist related accidents? What about the 1.5m law?? Windbreaker2009-02-22 11:25:19
idrive Posted February 22, 2009 Posted February 22, 2009 I always thought it was illegal to ride in the 'yellow' lane as that is an emergency lane ............. !
2 X 2 Posted February 22, 2009 Posted February 22, 2009 No vehicle is allowed to ride in the yellow lane, unless it is an emaergency. A bicicle is also a vehicle. One is supposed to ride on the right hand side of the yellow lane and you have a 1.5 m space from the yellow line towards the middle of the road to ride in. If any car want to pass you it should do so that their is at least 1.5 m space between the cyclist and the car. This ineffect means that a car must gange lanes when passing a cyclist
ShortLegs Posted February 22, 2009 Posted February 22, 2009 Ha, 1.5m is a joke I can assure you all the motorists on my commute this morning were utilising the 0.5m rule.
Captain Slow Posted February 23, 2009 Posted February 23, 2009 Really, really sad news!! RIP Little Angel!! My thoughts and prayers go out to the parents & family!!
gummibear Posted February 23, 2009 Posted February 23, 2009 The way the roads are falling appart in PE i think some are only 1.5 wide so where to ride now.Maybe a MTB and ride on the gravell.
Nialls101 Posted February 23, 2009 Posted February 23, 2009 It's your responsibility to protect your life on the road. You know how bad people drive and know which roads are more dangerous than others. Be more defensive and a little aggresive on dangerous roads. It doesn't matter if you ride on either side of the yellow line, it all depends on the driver paying attention and seeing you. I'd rather have a few extra punctures riding close to the curb than getting hit by a car.
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