Old 04-18-15 | 09:26 AM
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Originally Posted by tigrpal
On my ride home today…one car behind me turned right. The second car decided to pass me on my right in the intersection. If I'd been quicker moving right...I don't want to think about it.
I called him a bad name. His window was open but I don't think he heard me.

Originally Posted by AlmostTrick
…Oh, and I will forgive you but you first have to tell me the bad name you used.

Originally Posted by fietsbob
Say 20 hail Coppis after confession.
There are better ways, my son.

Originally Posted by Jim from Boston
… When I'm peeved by a driver’s actions, instead of the middle finger and obscenties, I give my own special Bicyclist's Curse. I vigorously and repeatedly point my finger at the offender while shouting, “You, you, you…” with the intention that future harm befalls them. It’s more satisfying to me than the other gesture, with the hope of future metaphysical retribution.

I do also bestow Bicyclist's Blessings to drivers who show even a modicum of respect and compassion, with a friendly wave, a “Bless You,” and wishes for good things for them in the future. Even in car-crazy Boston, I perform numerously more blessings than curses. Probably about 2-3 blessings a day on a 14-mile commute vs about 1 curse every 3-4 weeks.
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