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5 mph
Today on a nice wide open four lane road with very little traffic a shiny white Ford crew cab heading to the super market skimmed the edge of the bike lane and I looked over and saw its mirror two inches from me.
When that happens I avoid looking at the driver or his tags or bumper stickers. I just try to forget .
I do exactly the opposite. I give them the finger as they pass to tell them they're #1. And if I happen to catch them at the next stop light that's when things can get really fun.
I like to use my 1st Amendment rights to give honest, direct feedback about their driving skills and lack of courtesy. If they don't appreciate my feedback and try to escalate the situation to a level that becomes dangerous then I'm covered by my 2nd Amendment rights as well as Florida's "stand your ground" law.
I learned a long time ago that the best way to deal with a bully is to punch them in the mouth. I hate bullies.