How do I handle the bus?
06-27-03 | 10:30 AM
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How do I handle the bus?
Sometimes I get stuck behind the bus when I ride, is it safer to ride behind the bus and have to wiat every stop, or should I try and get in front of him and keep going?
06-27-03 | 11:35 AM
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Of course, the bus driver may not see you on the right, so pass on the left.
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06-27-03 | 12:23 PM
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If the bus is slowing you down, pass the bus.
Keep in mind that it's usually illegal to pass a bus on the right as it approaches a bus stop or is stopped in the act of picking up or discharging passengers. You would only pass a bus on the right if it's in a thru lane and part of the traffic flow.
Passing and staying ahead of buses is my main form of competition during the commute.
RichC
Keep in mind that it's usually illegal to pass a bus on the right as it approaches a bus stop or is stopped in the act of picking up or discharging passengers. You would only pass a bus on the right if it's in a thru lane and part of the traffic flow.
Passing and staying ahead of buses is my main form of competition during the commute.
RichC
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06-27-03 | 12:41 PM
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Just another echo for passing on the left. Definitely get around them, though. Nothing is worse than getting stuck in the exhaust fumes of the bus on an otherwise enjoyable ride through the city.
06-27-03 | 03:17 PM
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Try drafting the bus! (unless he is going slower than you of course!)
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06-27-03 | 03:26 PM
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Originally posted by Paul L.
Try drafting the bus! (unless he is going slower than you of course!)
Try drafting the bus! (unless he is going slower than you of course!)
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06-28-03 | 12:23 AM
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Personally I always pass the bus first chance I get. In fact, if I don't get a chance I'm usually trying hard to create one. If I waited all day for the bus I'd spend the whole time breathing their exhaust fumes and waiting for them at each stop. Not to mention putting myself at significantly greater personal risk as these things often brake suddenly.
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