Worst city for cycling?
07-20-16, 06:27 AM
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Yup. It's definitely not for everyone. I feel lucky to be here, but life ain't easy.
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07-20-16, 08:58 AM
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Agree the river valley trails are extensive and top notch, but I ride a lot on the streets as well and, in my experience, its not half bad. Matter of fact, I'm impressed by how often motorists stop to wave me across intersections even when they have the right of way.
To be fair, I'm a bit of a trouble magnet at the best of times. Most of the aggression comes from older guys, which is a bit surprising. So I just avoid it. Not a solution to solve the problem. But I'd rather spend money on bikes than therapy.
07-20-16, 09:15 AM
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I've lived mostly on the west coast (S Diego, SF Bay area, Seattle, Portland) but also St Louis and Las Vegas.
Las Vegas without a doubt is worst. Motorists are not paying attention in Vegas.
Las Vegas without a doubt is worst. Motorists are not paying attention in Vegas.
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