This appears to be another mentally impaired person that should not be allowed to drive. This kind of behavior is increasing exponentially due to lack of police patrols and too much reliance on lucrative speed cameras that have very little to do with safe driving.
"CommonSense" is the woman in Mercedes presumably. I would love to know more about her personality structure, because whatever your views of her behavior, it must be quite unusual.
And yet the professional advice is "cyclists ride central on narrow carriageways". Sure, let me just ride central whilst a killing machine is eagerly climbing up my arse.. This scenario is something I experience every single time I go out on a bike. I think The Highway Code needs updating and stiff fines introduced..some people seem to think driving in accordance with the Code - and the law - is something you only do whilst on a driving test..
Hi Anna, sorry to hear about your experience. It's also the reason why it's best to take primary position to stop people under-taking you. I used to have this happen a lot when I stayed to the right at junctions and roundabouts. Stay central.. it may not prevent someone trying to squeeze into the same lane, but it will minimise the risk. Please note: this is NOT to say you are in any way at fault here; it is a common misconception to say cyclists not riding primary are responsible for idiotic moves such as the one described. Same for cyclists not having the right to adopt said position. You have every right. They have no right whatsoever to risk your life in this manner. If they do not understand and/or respect your rights, two words: screw them. Get a camera and simply point to it, then if you feel threatened simply get off the road - they're not worth it. Riding central not only means you're more visible but it also limits their ability to act like a moron. Oh, and driver.. if you WERE on the phone in charge of that vehicle? Then I have NO sympathy for you in any shape or form. Too many idiots on our roads thinking they can do what they like. Take care, and enjoy your cycling.
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