Originally Posted by
SBRDude
Yes, IF there is a passing lane, of course, but the situation I'm describing is a two lane road without much of a shoulder. I can legally ride there, but I choose not to.
I know.
Originally Posted by
SBRDude
I thought you said the motorist intended to cause an accident. I now see that's not exactly what you meant.
I was referring both, to those with intent, and those with just plain stupidity that weren't paying attention.
Originally Posted by
SBRDude
People leave the scene of an accident because they don't want to get in trouble. That doesn't mean they don't care about what they've done to others, it just means they care about themselves more than others.
But just as there are those that will stay at the scene, there are those that don't care.
It is safer to assume a motorist won't care, than would care. Because of the hostility towards cyclists and their respective right(s) to the road.