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I have cycled for 25 years & have logged thousands of miles. I have been run off the road by log trucks & various vehicles & have had my side mirror broken off by an RV. My gut feel is that drivers are constantly distracted & are not aware of their immediate environment. My philosphy when I am riding my bike is that motorist never are aware of me & even if they look at me still do not really see me. Therefore I am always on alert & ready to take evasive action. When I am driving I see constant infractions on the part of cyclist & I assume they are clueless of their environment & traffic conditions & I drive expecting them to pull in front of me, etc...Being defensive & expecting the unexpected is always a good policy.

posted 4 years ago
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