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Old 05-18-08, 12:24 PM
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John E
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Originally Posted by Roody
Correct but....

A couple times I've had drivers pass me on the right in the intersection when I've offered them this kindness. This is stupid, illegal and rude on their part, but it does happen occasionally. I just try to be aware of the possibility.
This has happened to me exactly twice in 100k miles / 160k km of cycling. I guard against it by positioning myself strategically, providing just enough room for right-turners to squeeze slowly past on my right. I realize some VC purists will object, but if I can do so without impeding pedestrians, I am not above stopping past the limit line, i.e., within the crosswalk area.

I also glance back at the first car behind me. If it is hugging the curb with the right turn signal flashing, I try to be polite and move left. No turn signal -- no special courtesy from me.
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Capo: 1959 Modell Campagnolo, S/N 40324; 1960 Sieger (2), S/N 42624, 42597
Carlton: 1962 Franco Suisse, S/N K7911
Peugeot: 1970 UO-8, S/N 0010468
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