Every (US) cyclist who was killed by a driver in 2020

Re:Every (US) cyclist who was killed by a driver in 2020 by swader999 on Wednesday May 26, 2021 @05:31AM (#27288211)

I used to run my own hand built ebike so it didn't have any governor or limit on it. Was always safest when I could keep pace with cars. Otherwise they just try to pass and that's not great on residential streets.

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Re:Every (US) cyclist who was killed by a driver in 2020 by wiredfool on Wednesday May 26, 2021 @06:22AM (#27288551)

My experience is:

Drivers tend to assume bikes are traveling about 10mph, or stationary. They get really surprised when you’re going faster.

Drivers assume that bikes are 2 dimensional, and don’t have a width. Bikes should be able to be squeezed into the space between any two lines on the pavement.

Drivers assume that their car ends somewhere around the back of their head, and as long as they can’t see you forward, they’ve managed to pass you and can move back in. This is especially obnoxious when they’re towing a trailer.

What you’ve built is effectively an underpowered motorcycle, with all the safety that they provide.

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Re:Every (US) cyclist who was killed by a driver in 2020 by swader999 on Wednesday May 26, 2021 @11:14PM (#27298960)

Yes one that I could also ride on bike paths and park wherever I want. I would typically own the lane if it wasn't safe to pass or if there was potential for the door prize from parked cars on the side.

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Re:Every (US) cyclist who was killed by a driver in 2020 by tonyedgecombe on Wednesday May 26, 2021 @05:42AM (#27288285)

The main problem I find with that is drivers don't expect you to be going so fast. They will pull out in front of you without thinking.

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Re:Every (US) cyclist who was killed by a driver in 2020 by iso1210 on Wednesday May 26, 2021 @06:12AM (#27288496)

Drivers tend not to see cyclists - pedel, ebike or motorbike.

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Re:Every (US) cyclist who was killed by a driver in 2020 by wiredfool on Wednesday May 26, 2021 @06:23AM (#27288563)

There are specific steps to take to make sure that cars see you, and most of them involve moving around in the lane.

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Re:Every (US) cyclist who was killed by a driver in 2020 by medstrom on Wednesday May 26, 2021 @06:18AM (#27288530)

I always see (when driving) and feel seen (when cycling). This might depend on where you live.

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Re:Every (US) cyclist who was killed by a driver in 2020 by swader999 on Wednesday May 26, 2021 @11:16PM (#27298977)

Yes and you have to be especially wary of cars turning across in front of you. Always paranoid and assuming they'll do the worst.

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