Originally Posted by
PeddlePhile
As I learn more about this...I'm beginning to realize that bicyclists fall into at least (maybe more) distinct categories.
1). The casual, Bermuda shorts wearing, sandals type bicyclist just enjoying his or her bike for the fun and exercise on his or her $80 bicycle
2). The avid, designer tights wearing, $800+ bicycle, super biker who prides himself in being able to pace with motor traffic.
I think I fall into the first category so maybe it's why I have a different perspective.
I think the safety of riding on the road varies greatly from location to location.
In South Florida, driving a bike on the roadway with motorists is a death wish bound to be full filled sooner than later.
Here in the commuter forum, the majority of participants probably don't fit either category. I ride to work in work clothes.
Originally Posted by
PeddlePhile
I have never, nor do I know anyone who has ever collided with a pedestrian on a sidewalk. 12mph is just not that fast. Plenty of margin for safety.
I've been knocked down by a cyclist when I was a pedestrian.