Shoaling...can someone explain the sociology?

I've been "shoaled" and I just don't understand it. I've never done it myself. Is there anyone in our midst that is a shoaler or shoaler reformed?

I believe the definition is: passing the faster rider (that just past you) at the light while he/she is politely set back from the intersection and waiting for the light only to be passed by the faster rider once more after the light changes. (please correct me if I'm wrong)

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Permalink Reply by Gage B. on October 19, 2016 at 3:53am

People seem to get annoyed with me when I move to the front at the intersection. But they never pass me after I do it.... What's strange to me is when people see me do that but then they shoal me at the next light?

Permalink Reply by Geoffrey Harding on October 19, 2016 at 4:41am
Personally, when I approach a red light I assume that anyone in front of me is faster than me. When the light changes I'll pass slower riders when it is safe to do so. I'm sure this has happened to all of us, I don't like being shoaled so I try not to do it to anyone else.
Permalink Reply by Tricolor on October 19, 2016 at 10:10am

This is best. If you're faster pass them properly. Shoaling is the same as a car that will veer right into a turning zone then try to 'ace out' through traffic, usually jumping the light in the process.

Permalink Reply by Carter O'Brien on October 19, 2016 at 10:12am

+1 for dabodayouse

Permalink Reply by Eric R on October 19, 2016 at 5:02am

Divvy shoalers are the best. I think it boils down to a lack of awareness of others or just plain ignorance.

Super annoying when slow riders do this at every. damn. light! For the people that are faster, you probably are but if not, you're just another shoaler.

My new commute includes Elston to Diversey, a lot less shoaling (and riders in general) than Milwaukee. Elston is like the adult version of #bikechi.

Permalink Reply by Carter O'Brien on October 19, 2016 at 7:07am

Elston trumps Milwaukee in the bike-friendliness category on all counts except for "places you actually want to go to late at night with your friends," alas.

Permalink Reply by Eric R on October 19, 2016 at 7:15am

But I love hanging out in strip mall parking lots... Very true, not many restaurant or night life opportunities along Elston but the commute is nice. 

Permalink Reply by Carter O'Brien on October 19, 2016 at 9:36am

It's a mixed blessing indeed. I go with Elston with the bike, Blue Line or #56 if socializing and libations are involved,and/or a Crazy Town weekend time zone is involved.

Permalink Reply by Tom Lang on October 21, 2016 at 2:12am

well, give a try to Prop Theatre, Chief O'Neills, Abbey Pub, and Elston so very close for reaching Links Hall/Constellation in the recent construction mess at Western/Belmont. Elston sure is the way to go, esp to the Loop w/o headaches.

Permalink Reply by Carter O'Brien on October 21, 2016 at 2:35am

All stellar establishments for sure, but as I've gotten older I've gotten increasingly wary of combining cycling and drinking as I don't like to lose any reflex capabilities, and as there are just too many distracted drivers staring at their phones these days.

Permalink Reply by Eric R on October 21, 2016 at 3:26am

I will check em out. Just moved to Avondale from (7 years in) Ukrainian Village so I have a lot of exploring to do.

Permalink Reply by Paul Lazzaro on October 19, 2016 at 6:30am

Cyclists and drivers behave the same way - they want to be as far forward on their journey as possible.  Drivers stop not before crosswalks, but straddling them.  When I'm driving, I don't block the box - so often the driver behind goes around me and does it.  Shoaling is the same stupid thing.  It's not about who rides faster or slower.  It's about the dopey notion that you will get there faster if you stop farther forward.

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