Originally Posted by shimanopower
People in SUVs always seem to be more cyclist hostile (at least in chicago.) Now perhaps it's different in other places, specifically where SUVS are used for their off road capabilities, but it's horrible in chicago. I get cut off more often, yelled at, engine reved at, and they often pull far to the right so I can't pass them.
Perhaps it's because SUV people have security issues. They say that more woman buy SUVs then men because they like to feel more powerful on the road with a higher seating perspective. Perhaps that need for more power translates into cycling hostility.
Or perhaps people who drive SUVs are just in general more ass***ish.... ::shrugs::
I've been in Chicago for 15 years and am looking to get the he!! out, this being one of the many reasons. Yes, these drivers are very aggressive towards cyclists, but also towards everything. I lived in NY for 26 years, and things were never like they are here. The competition to outdo your neighbor is ridiculous. Status is everything in this area. So you will find the biggest baddest gas-hungriest SUV's all over Chicagoland (what a stuipid name, I must say), driven by morons of all shapes and sizes who just want their neighbors to say "Wow, look at that new (insert vehicle model name) that the (insert a$$**** last name here) just got. We need to get one." So is life in Chicagoland.
I had some raggy b&%ch in an Acura MDX (the choice for the 'sporting' b&tch) tell me to "get on the trail, that's what it's for" on Sunday. I replied "It's a ROAD bike". I don't think she got it.
Word of advice; ride defensively and keep your middle finger ready.
