Originally Posted by
derath
What an idiot.
Where did he say he swerved into traffic? By keeping a level of situational awareness he knows when it is safe to swerve left if needed (specifically when there wouldn't be traffic there). This is smart.
I do the same thing, whether on a bike or in a car. It has gotten me out of plenty of close calls over the years.
-D
Why would you ride in the door zone if there's no cars passing?