cyclists, why so far from the kerb?
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I'm an occasional cyclist but mainly car driver. I've noticed just how far from the kerb they cycle? Why? Even on good quality surfaces they are getting about a metre from the kerb. This makes passing them 1 of 2 things. You either pass to close or wait for a gap in oncoming traffic and make a wide dash for it.
Is it just me or does this bug anyone else? Or, if your a regular cyclist can you explain why?
Is it just me or does this bug anyone else? Or, if your a regular cyclist can you explain why?
Gizmoish said:
I never quite understand why these threads always end up moved to Pedal Powered. It would be far more sensible to leave them in GG to enable reasoned discussion between cyclists and drivers who may not understand cyclists' motivations.
I asked a question.... and started a crossfire! All said some very interesting points have been raised.superkartracer said:
Only in the UK would a car driver ask such a question, on a Motoring forum where people are meant to be decent drivers
Fair one! I do regard myself as a decent driver, but then wouldn't any driver?I'm 36 yrs old and so far have an accident and claim free history despite doing high mileage. That's the kiss of death for sure!
The high number of cyclists on the road and some of the odd behaviour I see some perform prompted my starting of this thread. I have certainly learned of some of the hazards they have to contend with.
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