When Citi Bikes Are Faster Than Taxis in New York City

Re:When Citi Bikes Are Faster Than Taxis in New York City by Kalium on Tuesday September 26, 2017 @11:10AM (#15339324)

Moving a 20-pound chunk of metal at 20 mph with a 100-200 squishy on top amidst a bunch of unsuspecting and unexpecting other squishies may be less than maximally safe for all squishies involved. We're talking about 40-some-odd times more kinetic energy than your average squishy walking at 3 mph.

If you're forced to move into pedestrian space for safety from giant metal cages, the safest option is to actually become a pedestrian. For you and for the other squishies around. I understand that it's slow, uncomfortable, and an unpleasant cycling experience. I appreciate the sacrifice you make for the safety of your fellow squishies.

I'd also be happier with Bay biking culture if it didn't consistently make excuses for douchey cyclists.

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Re:When Citi Bikes Are Faster Than Taxis in New York City by RUG3Y on Tuesday September 26, 2017 @12:27PM (#15340153)

Yes, or at the very least, slow down to a reasonable speed instead of weaving in and out among the pedestrians. It's incredibly disorienting to have someone fly right by you at 20mph with zero warning. Scares the hell out of me every time.

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Re:When Citi Bikes Are Faster Than Taxis in New York City by mattcaldwell on Tuesday September 26, 2017 @01:47PM (#15340958)

If they are riding 20mph on the sidewalk, THAT'S the problem. At a more appropriate speed, it's safer for everyone.

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