Originally Posted by
RoMad
I think when I am back to riding I will be sure to use my bell for all walkers as I approach them from behind.
Depends. I once conducted a highly scientific study, ringing my bell to anyone and everyone I passed on MUP during one day of commuting. I forget what N was by the end of the day (told you it was highly scientific), but about 40% reacted clearly negatively. They either complained verbally, made a huge show or otherwise. The rest thanked or didn't react in any obvious way.
Nowadays, I use the bell only if there's no room to pass, or if I'm likely to buzz very closely by a pedestrian.
--J