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Old 10-16-16 | 11:18 PM
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Bikes: Heavy, with friction shifters

Originally Posted by CliffordK
I usually don't engage.

I've had a few people say "sorry" when they cut me off. Hopefully they'll be looking the next time.

However, after a close call, I try to evaluate what I could have done to make my ride safer. Sometimes it is nothing. However, it might be to slow down when you're approaching a car coming towards you from the right, or to move left and prepare to brake.

Oh, and be careful passing cars on the right (and I suppose getting passed by cars).

Turn lanes can be tricky, and often means moving left and either taking a lane, or splitting lanes.

Anyway, take charge. Don't live life depending on others keeping you safe.
+1

I consider non-cautious drivers as rain - something bad that can't be changed or avoided. So try to adopt. If I get hit, it's ultimately my fault: didn't do enough to account for reckless drivers, I knew they are on the road, I chose to ride on the road.

Anyway, this video is very useful when it comes to cars pulling from left or right:

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