I still say that there should be a section in driver hand books for new drivers, telling new
drivers about cycling; maybe by now there is. The paper here recently printed an article
reminding cyclists to bike against traffic, just as in walking. There is much misinformation
out in the publics minds, the education needs to be revamped. Other than a large mass
demonstration, quiet folk will never get the attention of anyone, after all we are just bicyclists.
Sadly we don't measure up to a vehicle that weighs over a ton, and in a matchup, we always
come out the loser. Bitter I am, yes. The big problem is, getting self righteous drivers to read
the article, not just law enforcement. Another problem is getting drivers to slow down, as they
always seem , to be in a hurry. However, basically I am no help, I just tend to complain a lot.
Good article, maybe the Dominion Post will reprint it on the front page, that may get some folks
attention, but we all know that will never happen. Also, if we could only get dog owners to leash
their pets.
dave
-----Original Message-----
From: Frank Gmeindl <fgmeindl@gmail.com>
To: monbikeclub <monbikeclub@yahoogroups.com>; CRcyclists <CRcyclists@googlegroups.com>; Bicycle Board <bikeboard@bikemorgantown.com>
Sent: Thu, Aug 1, 2013 7:45 am
Subject: [CRC] Law and order
This 3 page article, "Bicycle Law Enforcement - Enforce Laws with Mutual Respect
" in the July issue of Law and Order magazine (pp 52-54) could change some
biases against cyclists.
http://lawandordermag.epubxp.com/title/12194/54
It clearly explains the rights of bicyclists and appropriate and legal riding
techniques to maximize safety.
This article may offer an opportunity for us to start a dialog with local law
enforcement officials to get their support us. Any ideas how we can get them to
read it and start a dialog with us?
Here's a little tantalizing quote to get you to read the article if you already
haven't: "It is safest for bicyclists to stay out of the way: This myth has
sadly contributed to the majority of crashes and near-misses cyclists
experience. Hugging the edge of the road is actually dangerous for a number of
reasons. Most traffic lanes are too narrow to safely accommodate a motor
vehicle and cyclists side by side. Cyclists who keep right so motorists can
pass them without changing lanes actually encourage close passes and sideswipes.
. ." and that was written by a law enforcement officer!
4ank
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