Why should we respect drivers when they dont respect us! - The Chainlink2024-03-29T12:27:05Zhttps://thechainlink.org/forum/topics/why-should-we-respect-drivers?x=1&id=2211490%3ATopic%3A347411&feed=yes&xn_auth=noConsidering the thousands --…tag:thechainlink.org,2011-06-07:2211490:Comment:3489752011-06-07T15:55:20.885ZDave Jacquehttps://thechainlink.org/profile/davejacque
<p>Considering the thousands -- tens of thousands! -- of car that have passed me during my commutes, a jerk or two or three yelling out the window seems like a pretty low percentage.</p>
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<p>Considering the thousands -- tens of thousands! -- of car that have passed me during my commutes, a jerk or two or three yelling out the window seems like a pretty low percentage.</p>
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<p>"Illegitimi non carborundum."</p> Most drivers aren't a*holes,…tag:thechainlink.org,2011-06-07:2211490:Comment:3485892011-06-07T13:14:46.556Zmagomawehttps://thechainlink.org/profile/magomawe
<p>Most drivers aren't a*holes, just the ones that antagonize bikers are. Don't disrespect the fair drivers, because they will only have more reason to act like an a*hole to another cyclist.</p>
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<p>As a motorist, there have been lots of bikers that have annoyed me while driving. I can imagine people that don't bike much would get into the mindset "all bikers suck because this one cut me off". So be a good model to other cyclists and motorists. </p>
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<p>Truthfully leading by…</p>
<p>Most drivers aren't a*holes, just the ones that antagonize bikers are. Don't disrespect the fair drivers, because they will only have more reason to act like an a*hole to another cyclist.</p>
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<p>As a motorist, there have been lots of bikers that have annoyed me while driving. I can imagine people that don't bike much would get into the mindset "all bikers suck because this one cut me off". So be a good model to other cyclists and motorists. </p>
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<p>Truthfully leading by example is somewhat idealistic. But what's the alternative? Being pissed off and full of road rage? Being disrespectful to every car that crosses my path? That's not good for my well being or the well being of any drivers. </p> I have never actually witness…tag:thechainlink.org,2011-06-07:2211490:Comment:3484762011-06-07T04:04:30.148Zh' Zerocatshttps://thechainlink.org/profile/H3N3
I have never actually witnessed Doug riding a bike that I can recall, so I can't say whether he's a jerk to drivers, sorry.<br></br>
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<cite>Minh said:</cite><br />
<blockquote cite="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/why-should-we-respect-drivers?page=2&commentId=2211490%3AComment%3A348576&x=1#2211490Comment348576"><div>And him being a jerk on the road to drivers helps us cyclists in what way?<br></br> <br></br> <cite>H3N3 said:…</cite><br></br>
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I have never actually witnessed Doug riding a bike that I can recall, so I can't say whether he's a jerk to drivers, sorry.<br/>
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<cite>Minh said:</cite><br />
<blockquote cite="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/why-should-we-respect-drivers?page=2&commentId=2211490%3AComment%3A348576&x=1#2211490Comment348576"><div>And him being a jerk on the road to drivers helps us cyclists in what way?<br/> <br/>
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<blockquote cite="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/why-should-we-respect-drivers?id=2211490%3ATopic%3A347411&page=2#2211490Comment348211"><div>I think it's pretty clear that Christopher is a respectful "vehicular" cyclist who's venting about being victimized while trying to use the road. I don't think this response was fair.<br/> <br/> <cite>notoriousDUG said:</cite><br/>
<blockquote cite="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/why-should-we-respect-drivers?page=2&commentId=2211490%3AComment%3A348210&x=1#2211490Comment348208"><div><p>So unto others...</p>
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<p>The fact that you even have to ask this is a sad statement.</p>
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</blockquote> And him being a jerk on the r…tag:thechainlink.org,2011-06-07:2211490:Comment:3485762011-06-07T04:00:25.285ZMinhhttps://thechainlink.org/profile/MinhNguyen
And him being a jerk on the road to drivers helps us cyclists in what way?<br></br>
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<cite>H3N3 said:</cite><br />
<blockquote cite="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/why-should-we-respect-drivers?id=2211490%3ATopic%3A347411&page=2#2211490Comment348211"><div>I think it's pretty clear that Christopher is a respectful "vehicular" cyclist who's venting about being victimized while trying to use the road. I don't think this response was fair.<br></br> <br></br> <cite>notoriousDUG…</cite></div>
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And him being a jerk on the road to drivers helps us cyclists in what way?<br/>
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<cite>H3N3 said:</cite><br />
<blockquote cite="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/why-should-we-respect-drivers?id=2211490%3ATopic%3A347411&page=2#2211490Comment348211"><div>I think it's pretty clear that Christopher is a respectful "vehicular" cyclist who's venting about being victimized while trying to use the road. I don't think this response was fair.<br/> <br/>
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<blockquote cite="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/why-should-we-respect-drivers?page=2&commentId=2211490%3AComment%3A348210&x=1#2211490Comment348208"><div><p>So unto others...</p>
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<p>The fact that you even have to ask this is a sad statement.</p>
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</blockquote> I do.
Venting about what ja…tag:thechainlink.org,2011-06-07:2211490:Comment:3485742011-06-07T03:53:02.086ZDoug Hayneshttps://thechainlink.org/profile/DougHaynes
<p>I do.</p>
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<p>Venting about what jags drivers can be is one thing;questioning why to not be a jag yourself is another.</p>
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<p><cite>H3N3 said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/why-should-we-respect-drivers?page=2&commentId=2211490%3AComment%3A348211&x=1#2211490Comment348211"><div>I think it's pretty clear that Christopher is a respectful "vehicular" cyclist who's venting about being victimized while trying to use the road. I…</div>
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<p>I do.</p>
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<p>Venting about what jags drivers can be is one thing;questioning why to not be a jag yourself is another.</p>
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<p><cite>H3N3 said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/why-should-we-respect-drivers?page=2&commentId=2211490%3AComment%3A348211&x=1#2211490Comment348211"><div>I think it's pretty clear that Christopher is a respectful "vehicular" cyclist who's venting about being victimized while trying to use the road. I don't think this response was fair.<br/> <br/>
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<blockquote cite="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/why-should-we-respect-drivers?page=2&commentId=2211490%3AComment%3A348210&x=1#2211490Comment348208"><div><p>So unto others...</p>
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<p>The fact that you even have to ask this is a sad statement.</p>
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</blockquote> I think it's pretty clear tha…tag:thechainlink.org,2011-06-07:2211490:Comment:3482112011-06-07T03:33:26.009Zh' Zerocatshttps://thechainlink.org/profile/H3N3
I think it's pretty clear that Christopher is a respectful "vehicular" cyclist who's venting about being victimized while trying to use the road. I don't think this response was fair.<br></br>
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<cite>notoriousDUG said:</cite><br />
<blockquote cite="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/why-should-we-respect-drivers?page=2&commentId=2211490%3AComment%3A348210&x=1#2211490Comment348208"><div><p>So unto others...</p>
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<p>The fact that you even have to ask this is a sad…</p>
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I think it's pretty clear that Christopher is a respectful "vehicular" cyclist who's venting about being victimized while trying to use the road. I don't think this response was fair.<br/>
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<cite>notoriousDUG said:</cite><br />
<blockquote cite="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/why-should-we-respect-drivers?page=2&commentId=2211490%3AComment%3A348210&x=1#2211490Comment348208"><div><p>So unto others...</p>
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<p>The fact that you even have to ask this is a sad statement.</p>
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</blockquote> HAHAHA! nice answer
Sue Cla…tag:thechainlink.org,2011-06-07:2211490:Comment:3482102011-06-07T03:14:24.454ZChristopherMCAhttps://thechainlink.org/profile/christophermca
<p>HAHAHA! nice answer</p>
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<blockquote cite="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/why-should-we-respect-drivers#2211490Comment347441"><div>Why be respectful? Physics. (F=MA</div>
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<p>HAHAHA! nice answer</p>
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<blockquote cite="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/why-should-we-respect-drivers#2211490Comment347441"><div>Why be respectful? Physics. (F=MA</div>
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The fact…tag:thechainlink.org,2011-06-07:2211490:Comment:3482082011-06-07T02:39:15.272ZDoug Hayneshttps://thechainlink.org/profile/DougHaynes
<p>So unto others...</p>
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<p>The fact that you even have to ask this is a sad statement.</p>
<p>So unto others...</p>
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<p>The fact that you even have to ask this is a sad statement.</p> Fucked up cagers.tag:thechainlink.org,2011-06-07:2211490:Comment:3482772011-06-07T00:17:45.123ZJuan 2-3 or more mi.https://thechainlink.org/profile/JohnDominguez
<p>Fucked up cagers.<a target="_self" href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/35236371?profile=original"><img width="640" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/35236371?profile=original" class="align-full"/></a></p>
<p>Fucked up cagers.<a target="_self" href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/35236371?profile=original"><img width="640" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/35236371?profile=original" class="align-full"/></a></p> I biked my morning commute by…tag:thechainlink.org,2011-06-06:2211490:Comment:3479602011-06-06T22:33:50.364ZChristopherMCAhttps://thechainlink.org/profile/christophermca
I biked my morning commute by the book: stop at lights, stay in my lane, hand signals. My guess is that the guy driving this morning was just pissed because I didn't get stuck in the morning traffic. So he tried to run me off the road like an asshole.
I biked my morning commute by the book: stop at lights, stay in my lane, hand signals. My guess is that the guy driving this morning was just pissed because I didn't get stuck in the morning traffic. So he tried to run me off the road like an asshole.