Originally Posted by
Rob P.
I wave (sometimes with "twinkle fingers" at the purty gurls or youngsters) at everyone I see who is on a bike AND at the drivers who stop for me at crosswalks & intersections. Most wave back. Some are suckwheels who need to find a different way of looking at life. I find that if I'm friendly most others are as well.
I also ANNOUNCE MYSELF when passing (unlike most) and I am usually thanked for it. A simple "passing" works wonders in helping other riders hold their line while I go by.
Like others said, it really depends on how many fellow bike riders you encounter.
I also announce myself too. Especially on a trail around Zorinsky Lake here in Omaha. You will encounter old ladies walking 10 dogs who are going in all different directions. "To your left......To your left...." You start to sound like a broken record, but it keeps walkers and other riders to the ride hand side of the trail.