Taking the lane?
03-20-14 | 03:03 PM
#102
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I do it, you should too
03-20-14 | 03:21 PM
#104
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Taking the lane in 99% of American cities is ludicrous. It is pushed by militant bicyclists. If you take the lane in a state like Michigan you are asking for big trouble. Taking the lane means exactly that, riding in the middle of the lane.
You might be able to do it in NYC, Portland, Madison but that is about it. I dont care what the laws state , if you take the lane in 99% of America you are endangering your life, for no good reason.
I ride year long 15 to 40 miles daily.
You might be able to do it in NYC, Portland, Madison but that is about it. I dont care what the laws state , if you take the lane in 99% of America you are endangering your life, for no good reason.
I ride year long 15 to 40 miles daily.
You might annoy the driver(s) behind you, but they aren't going to murder you because of a minor annoyance.
03-20-14 | 04:02 PM
#106
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Do what you gotta. A bike is very vulnerable among cars. The reverse is not true. They can brake and accelerate with the tap of a toe, and furthermore, drivers seem to get collectively STUPID while driving.
So take it when you need to, to be safe.
So take it when you need to, to be safe.
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