Originally Posted by
dynodonn
I do not solely rely on other road users for my personal safety, no more than I can guarantee my personal safety by solely relying on myself. I filter up amongst semi trucks and buses regularly, but I'm also aware of the possibility of being right hooked (US), and take precautions when filtering in those situations in the rare event that I might be overlooked or a turn is not properly signaled.
Yes, we're on the same page. I'm only trying to give newer cyclists the benefit that our experience confers.