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Originally Posted by Lancashire Lad 
Nothing wrong with being slow in my book. As long as a cyclist is obeying the rules of the road, and has good cognizance of what's going on around them, no problem. And if more drivers behaved with a little more consideration than they do, cycling would be a lot safer no matter what speed you were riding at. (It's quite strange that cyclists in general are only percieved as a problem, by those drivers who in reality are not very good drivers.  ).
Regards,
Mike. |
Maybe I wasn't clear, I have no problem with slow cyclists, as long as they cycle with confidence and with regard to the kind of road they're cycling on. That is, not those who pootle along as if they've got all the time in the world on major roads while being seemingly oblivious to other road users to the extent that they cause confusion to car drivers and encourage them to make silly moves.
As I've said, I admit I cycle slowly (mainly because I need to be fitter
).
I also think I'm a good driver (only one accident in 13 yrs which was in no way my fault, no points or tickets
) so I don't think I fit into your category for those who find cyclists a problem
