Originally Posted by
coasting
i support velo vol.
I'll call out if the space to pass is narrow and the rider appears to be unskilled/easily startled.
If there is plenty of room I pass with plenty of room. If the rider appears experienced (look at the bike, the kit, the pedaling, etc.) and there are no special circumstances, just pass. Everybody around here is passing or being passed many times every ride -- especially by cars and trucks. Very few riding around here get any benefit from "on your left." Saying that is suggesting that the other rider probably can't stay upright in normal traffic. It's not worth disturbing everyone's peaceful ride with a passive-aggressive insult. Size up the situation, and say "on your left" if the situation calls for it.
Thankfully, almost no-one "on your lefts" me and I don't miss it at all.
