Originally Posted by SeniorCanadian

I was sorry to see the previous thread closed ostensibly, because of some vitriol.

I was about to respond to the thread both as a rider and as a pedestrian. Earlier this week I was walking on a MUP and was surprised how effective a bike bell can be and how I was surprised when a cyclist came by without warning.

I have a bell on both of my bikes and use them freely, sometimes combining with my voice "On your left" or "On your right" as the situation warrants. My personal experience definitely supported the practice. I often get a "thanks" in response.