Originally Posted by
Korina
You know, I've noticed that drivers will stop for pedestrians when they won't for bicyclists. Next time, try walking your bike across, see if that helps.
Tried, doesn't help - only takes more time to dodge through the available opening. Interestingly enough, many drivers will stop for golf carts to cross 200 yards to the left of this intersection.
Originally Posted by
f4rrest
Another option:
Turn right, ride with traffic a bit, merge into the lane, then signal your intent to turn left into the next road or driveway.
Make your turn and head back to the intersection. Then turn right.
That traffic is moving slowly enough to make this easier than waiting a few minutes. It's possibly safer as well.
I have done this in the past, but there are no good opportunities to turn as you suggest, and it would end up taking more time as well as increasing my risk. I have resigned myself to wait for a window to cross. Some days are difficult, but some days I arrive at the intersection just as a window opens up. And some days (like in the video) I get some help from motorists.