Originally Posted by
JordanOnaBike
This was 5 days ago
I will no longer ride on a confined roadway (bridge, tunnel, etc) when there is no safe bike lane or at least a curb where I can tuck tail and dismount and walk off to the side. I survived the first time but I doubt I can't get that lucky twice in a row.
Can I have your bike? Sounds like you won't be using it much.
A curb won't help you if a motorist is a theat. You probably won't have time to tuck tail. A bike lane won't protect you unless there is a steel wall between you and the cars.
If you are to enjoy riding, you need to realize that statistically, those events are actually few and far between. Sure you say, Artkansas rides in cycling paradise. He doesn't understand my situation. I bet he's never been hit.
Nope, I've been run over by a Mustang while waiting for a left turn light. I've been doored by a Ford Galaxie and knocked the door off it's hinges, I've had a 64' Impala deliberately slam me to the curb and a several other interesting adventures. But in 50 years of riding you have to expect a few glitches. And I've discovered that the longer you are on the road, the less frequently these things seem to happen.
Good luck riding.