I'm often a pedestrian, and I gotta say: yes, a distracted or aggressive driver can kill ya, but it seems to me that a distracted or aggressive cyclist can still fuck you up pretty badly, and as a percentage by vehicle type I'm noticing a lot more of the latter lately
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Bikes also very rarely maim people (although harder to get hard stats for that). I wouldn't like to be maimed by a bike, but I also wouldn't like to be shot by a neonazi on a shooting spree. I could easily scare myself by both possibilities, but I'd rather trust the stats.
There are far fewer cyclists on the road than cars. I'm noticing what seems like a disproportionate level of aggressive or neglectful behavior. And the replies to this post make it pretty clear that there's not a great sense of responsibility in this community.
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No, there's an appropriate sense of responsibility. If you want to convince anyone bikes are more comparatively dangerous to cars, get some stats that show it (hint: you can't).
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You don't get to swing wildly just because you're holding a bat instead of a gun.
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It's also a complaint that's often used to stop programs like bikeshares and protected bike Lanes, that save people's lives (both directly and by getting people out of cars). This isn't a low-stakes complaint, and the people opposing you aren't being petty.
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I'm supportive of better infrastructure for bikes in the city. I don't personally feel safe cycling in the city and I consider that a real loss. But it's not OK to risk hitting pedestrians to avoid adding a few minutes to your commute, whether you're in a car or on a bike.
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I as well notice this. Seldom see them stop at stop signs/lights, even when pedestrians have right of way. Alarming percentage now with headphones on or texting(!). it’s bananas
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