Originally Posted by
Unreasonable
As I approach it, I put my hand out, palm facing backwards in a "Don't pass" type of gesture and move out into the lane. Once I get free from the ramp I move back onto the shoulder. I do it for the next onramp you see as well.
If you were to encounter this, what would your course of action be?
I would do the same thing you are doing, merging into the lane in advance of the interchange when a gap allows or drivers slow to give me space. If riding it at night, I'd use a very bright blinky and additional reflectors to assist with visibility.
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http://commuteorlando.com/wordpress/...c-interchange/ for similar examples and relevant discussion.
I ride through this interchange fairly often:
http://maps.google.com/maps?q=Tryon+...97641&t=h&z=17
The ramp configuration is different from yours, so I'm able to merge into the joining lanes and get to the right of faster traffic without too much difficulty. The joining lane followed by an immediate diverging lane that you are experiencing is less pleasant and really requires controlling the through lane. Some communities design the joining lanes with tighter turn radii to slow traffic, which can improve conditions for bicyclists.