Originally Posted by
jsharr
And when operated on a sidewalk, the cyclist must follow a different set of rules, none of which include ignoring traffic control devices. I am willing to bet that the OP does not have a bell, horn or whistle, which seems to be required by his state law, though a verbal warning may constitute an audible signal.
Absolutely. I think we've been talking past each other.
Originally Posted by
jsharr
Character is what one does when no one is watching. I teach my kids that. Rules are rules, laws are laws, follow them, unless to do so would hurt you or others. My actions speak much louder than my words.
Not everyone's concept of character includes following laws without fail.
Originally Posted by
jsharr
No, it did not. I says he has to obey traffic laws. My assertion is that he claimed to be a pedestrian not a cyclist. He arbitrarily changes his label as suits him. Pedestrians walk. Cyclist ride and OBEY traffic control devices, as stated above.
Indeed, the OP's in the wrong. That's long settled. There's not much point in acting like that's being disputed.