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Re:Münster’s iconic ‘waste of space’ photo keeps on giving by almightysmudge on Tuesday August 18, 2015 @05:51AM (#10078292)
I love the Netherlands, but cyclists there are absolutely crazy, and in incredible quantities.

Of course, it doesn't help that I'm blind on my left side and the only Dutch I know is "Sorry, ik sprek gein Nederlands".

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Re:Münster’s iconic ‘waste of space’ photo keeps on giving by the-dude on Tuesday August 18, 2015 @05:58AM (#10078320)
> but cyclists there are absolutely crazy

This is only because of the outsider perspective : everybody learns to ride a bicycle as a kid ( as early as 4-5 years ).

Also children about 11-12 years old bike to their schools unattended, sometimes 15km each day. Parents would not allow this if it was 'absolutely crazy'.

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Re:Münster’s iconic ‘waste of space’ photo keeps on giving by almightysmudge on Tuesday August 18, 2015 @06:17AM (#10078358)
It was a light hearted comment from the outside perspective, not a genuine accusation of mental health problems ;) Cycling in the Netherlands is actually lovely. Flat land, well maintained cycle paths, and beautiful countryside. Plus the thighs! My word!
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