Drivers are crazy. - The Chainlink2024-03-29T06:46:55Zhttps://thechainlink.org/forum/topics/drivers-are-crazy?commentId=2211490%3AComment%3A1061152&feed=yes&xn_auth=noMarshall Neely, the driver, w…tag:thechainlink.org,2017-07-14:2211490:Comment:10669832017-07-14T01:09:53.818ZTom A.K.https://thechainlink.org/profile/TomKrystyn
Marshall Neely, the driver, was aware of something was ahead in the road because he was following the lead of the landscapers white pickup truck but drifted over a little too fast and close to send the cyclists a message and misjudged his buzz. Then he claimed he was assaulted and then plead unawareness. . . The typical response of a 'Crazy Driver' !
Marshall Neely, the driver, was aware of something was ahead in the road because he was following the lead of the landscapers white pickup truck but drifted over a little too fast and close to send the cyclists a message and misjudged his buzz. Then he claimed he was assaulted and then plead unawareness. . . The typical response of a 'Crazy Driver' ! I've ridden the Natchez Trace…tag:thechainlink.org,2017-07-13:2211490:Comment:10666492017-07-13T23:37:58.946ZBob Kastigarhttps://thechainlink.org/profile/BobKastigar
<p>I've ridden the Natchez Trace, from Tupelo south to Natchez. It's an attractive place to ride - a federal road with low-speed limits enforced by federal law. No trucks allowed, and limited access to most places, just like an expressway.</p>
<p>But it is a very narrow road with no shoulder. Even being "entitled" to the full use of the lane I would ride as far to the right as possible and have a rear-view mirror so I could see what's coming and no earphones so I could hear what's coming as…</p>
<p>I've ridden the Natchez Trace, from Tupelo south to Natchez. It's an attractive place to ride - a federal road with low-speed limits enforced by federal law. No trucks allowed, and limited access to most places, just like an expressway.</p>
<p>But it is a very narrow road with no shoulder. Even being "entitled" to the full use of the lane I would ride as far to the right as possible and have a rear-view mirror so I could see what's coming and no earphones so I could hear what's coming as well. There's no fear of "dooring" because nobody parks along the road.</p>
<p>The car driver was clearly at fault, but that doesn't excuse not being careful.</p> Exactly clptag:thechainlink.org,2017-07-12:2211490:Comment:10664542017-07-12T19:57:26.767ZJordan M Shttps://thechainlink.org/profile/JordanSchlife
Exactly clp
Exactly clp Wow, where in this hell do yo…tag:thechainlink.org,2017-07-12:2211490:Comment:10664452017-07-12T16:45:59.087ZJuan 2-3 or more mi.https://thechainlink.org/profile/JohnDominguez
<p>Wow, where in this hell do you ride?</p>
<p>Wow, where in this hell do you ride?</p> Your adrenaline goes crazy fo…tag:thechainlink.org,2017-07-12:2211490:Comment:10665372017-07-12T03:45:15.209ZJim Rehohttps://thechainlink.org/profile/JimReho
<p>Your adrenaline goes crazy for a while after something like that. I guarantee you that he felt unbelievably miserable the next morning. But, he's lucky there was a next morning. </p>
<p>Your adrenaline goes crazy for a while after something like that. I guarantee you that he felt unbelievably miserable the next morning. But, he's lucky there was a next morning. </p> I know, right?
I decided the…tag:thechainlink.org,2017-07-11:2211490:Comment:10662152017-07-11T23:26:52.400ZJordan M Shttps://thechainlink.org/profile/JordanSchlife
I know, right?<br/>
I decided the other day, after getting pegged by a half full can of coke: ok, time to buy a helmet cam.
I know, right?<br/>
I decided the other day, after getting pegged by a half full can of coke: ok, time to buy a helmet cam. Your wish may be granted if y…tag:thechainlink.org,2017-07-11:2211490:Comment:10662142017-07-11T23:19:54.897ZJuan 2-3 or more mi.https://thechainlink.org/profile/JohnDominguez
<p>Your wish may be granted if you manage to film said assholes apparently.</p>
<p>Your wish may be granted if you manage to film said assholes apparently.</p> I'm amazed that this cyclist…tag:thechainlink.org,2017-07-11:2211490:Comment:10662072017-07-11T21:28:29.151ZTom A.K.https://thechainlink.org/profile/TomKrystyn
I'm amazed that this cyclist was not more seriously injured. He absorbed the sideswipe slid hard on his left side and butt, (probably has severe road rash/black n' blue) then popped up and looked off at the driver and Greg and was amazed by it. He said later that he popped up because of the adrenaline and shock then sat down.
I'm amazed that this cyclist was not more seriously injured. He absorbed the sideswipe slid hard on his left side and butt, (probably has severe road rash/black n' blue) then popped up and looked off at the driver and Greg and was amazed by it. He said later that he popped up because of the adrenaline and shock then sat down. A couple of points. Reasonab…tag:thechainlink.org,2017-07-11:2211490:Comment:10665322017-07-11T21:12:33.119ZJim Rehohttps://thechainlink.org/profile/JimReho
<p>A couple of points. Reasonable minds may differ:</p>
<p> 1. The driver in this case is an enormous liar and is still in a state of denial. In the story cited by Juan, "<span>Neely told the National Park Service rangers that a man and woman were standing in the road at 11 a.m. Saturday. He reported that the two threw the bicycle into his black Volvo." My ass, they threw the bicycle at him! That's not just a difference of opinion over how the accident happened, it's an intentional,…</span></p>
<p>A couple of points. Reasonable minds may differ:</p>
<p> 1. The driver in this case is an enormous liar and is still in a state of denial. In the story cited by Juan, "<span>Neely told the National Park Service rangers that a man and woman were standing in the road at 11 a.m. Saturday. He reported that the two threw the bicycle into his black Volvo." My ass, they threw the bicycle at him! That's not just a difference of opinion over how the accident happened, it's an intentional, complete and utter fabrication. There should be additional charges added for obstruction of justice for lying to the rangers. Then this Neely guy changed his story again when interviewed by the paper: <span>"When the police came and asked me what happened, I said, 'I don’t know.' There was a guy there maybe and I remember he was standing there and I said maybe he threw his bike at me....Obviously, the video shows otherwise. I did not see the man." He also referred to the impact as a "soft hit" and said that there were bicyclists "all over the place." Where? This driver is a lot more concerned about himself and his reputation than he is about the person he nearly killed. I have no doubt that if the car had hit that bike a little more squarely from the rear, we would have one less cyclist in the world today. So, I find Mr. Marshall Grant Neely III to be a disgusting piece of crap.</span></span></p>
<p><span><span>But...I'm with mike w. in thinking it was a way less than smart thing to be riding abreast on that stretch of road. The cyclist was extremely inexperienced and probably wasn't ready to be in a situation like that. His friend with the GoPro should have kept him in single file. The Natchez Trail Safety guidelines say cyclists should: </span></span></p>
<ul>
<li>Ride single-file and on the right (with traffic).</li>
<li>While bicyclists may use the entire lane when necessary, the Parkway encourages bicyclists to ride as far to the right as is practicable unless</li>
<li>it is unsafe to do so,</li>
<li>the bicyclist is passing another bicyclist or pedestrian or</li>
<li>the bicyclist is preparing for a left-hand turn.</li>
</ul>
<p>In my opinion, that was not a situation where it was appropriate to ride that far out in the middle of the roadway. Single file to the right all the way. And know your capability level. That kid learned a lesson the hard way. I'm glad it wasn't a fatal one. I hope he rides again soon, but that he gains a lot more experience before undertaking another difficult scenario like the one he found himself in. </p>
<p><span> </span> </p>
<p></p> Damn. I wish all the assholes…tag:thechainlink.org,2017-07-11:2211490:Comment:10665312017-07-11T21:00:53.020ZJordan M Shttps://thechainlink.org/profile/JordanSchlife
Damn. I wish all the assholes that run me over and flee the scene would be publicly shamed and placed on administrative leave...
Damn. I wish all the assholes that run me over and flee the scene would be publicly shamed and placed on administrative leave...