dangerous and rude cyclist

last SG · 2010-04-13T02:23:38+00:00

Car drivers don't signal because.....Later bicycle riders won't ring their bells because...They will just sneak up and then suddenly zoom past.

Straightstick SG

Some cyclists that I encountered are so damn rude... Me and a few people were walking on a narrow pedestrain walkway then one idiotic cyclist behind us kept 'ringing' us like trying to force us to give way. Mind you, the above mentioned incident did not happen at Tampinese.

I did not give a damn and continued walking slowly... He got no choice but to wait behind me..

Wat would u do if u all were to meet such rude and impatient cyclists?

Kevin(: SG

' This is walking road not cycling road ah !!! '

Veggie Bao SG

Why you didnt move?

Please be considerate also to the cyclist.

You said it yourself, it didnt happen in Tampines. Meaning, that area does not have a cycling path. In that situation, a cyclist either have to be on the road, together with cars, trucks, motorbike, and so on, and risk his life and limb, or, he will have to tack on onto the pedestrian path. Why cant you be more considerate ?

If he goes to the road, the drivers will be the ones who will complain.

So, it looks like being a cyclist is like being a pariah, always get discriminated.

Let's imagine that he was not a cyclist for a moment, and that he did not ring the bicycle bell. Lets say he is a pedestrian who said "excuse me" with his mouth. Will you give way to him?

TTFU SG

Super kick the cyclist. But anyway if they ring just siam lah, if you ride bicycle you also want cycle fast right. Got ppl there u also not happy rigjt

Straightstick SG

Why you didnt move?

Please be considerate also to the cyclist.

If he goes to the road, the drivers will be the ones who will complain.

So, it looks like being a cyclist is like being a pariah, always get discriminated.

Let's imagine that he was not a cyclist for a moment, and that he did not ring the bicycle bell. Lets say he is a pedestrian who said "excuse me" with his mouth. Will you give way to him?

Consideration has to go both ways. Were the cyclist being considerate when he rang his bell impatiently to force and intimidate pedestrian into giving ways when the pedestrian was supposed to have the rights of way on the pedestrian walkway?

What he should have done on that NARROW walkway was to alight and to push his bicycle. Not to continue cycling on it and sounding the bell at pedestrian, expecting others to give way... Giving way to him might just gave him the flawed idea that he has the rights of way when he dont... It's the attitude that matters. If he had alighted and pushed his bicycle.. I would surely have given way to him if he was to say 'excuse me'. But no way would I give way if he just expects me to give way so that he can conveniently and comfortably carrying on with his cycling... This is so dangerous. What if somebody got knocked down or got injured when the cyclist tried to squeeze through the crowd?

TTFU SG

Perhaps i will have reacted the same way if i am in a bad mood, and some annoying cyclist comes and keep ringing his bell. Normally if cyclist rings the bell, just give way . No cyclist will alight and push his bike past you anyway

Veggie Bao SG

Then maybe it is more a case of attitude / mannerism.

It is the same, like if a person who walks (pedestrian) is saying "excuse me" nicely, or whether he is saying "excuse me" with loud volume and being pushy.

It is not really whether it is right or not right for a cyclist to be on the pathway.

The problem is....there is no cycling path....

So he either go to the road...or onto the pathway.....but really, both of these scenarios are not optimum.

CD the pilot SG

If I recall correctly, if the pavement is not marked for bicycle use, the rider can be fined for riding on the pavement.

For myself, I would ride on the road with my bike full compliant with LTA/TP rules complete with safety gear. While riding, I would keep as close to the kerb so as not to be a road hog.

Riding on the road is safe if drivers and riders both drive and ride carefully and not "do anything funny" while on the road. I always give way to cyclists when they are cycling close to the kerb but what irks me is that some cyclists act as if they own the road and occupy the whole/half of the lane.

Cyclists can do their part by observing traffic rules and well, drivers can give a little leeway to cyclists. All it takes is a little give and take and the world would be a better place.

Personally, no matter how much you ring the bell if you ride like the pavement is yours, I would refuse to make way. Get off and push if you want to be on the pavement.

Just my 2 cents, please don't flame me. Speaking about how I feel being both a cyclist(road at all times) and a car driver.

Veggie Bao SG

I understand you.

Your type is the "professional or semi-professional cyclist" who has complete gear and can cycle fast.

I am just an ordinary amateur cyclist.

I tell you, I feel really vulnerable on the road. Very vulnerable. Especially if some vehicles whizz past and it seem like they almost touch me.

Yes, I know the pedestrians also can have this same sensation when they see cyclists whizz past from behind them.

It's actually not nice for all users. Only good solution is to implement more cycling path. This way, it is better for everyone.

Kevin(: SG

Yes more cycling pth :D and more bball court :D

TTFU SG

If I recall correctly, if the pavement is not marked for bicycle use, the rider can be fined for riding on the pavement.

For myself, I would ride on the road with my bike full compliant with LTA/TP rules complete with safety gear. While riding, I would keep as close to the kerb so as not to be a road hog.

Cyclists can do their part by observing traffic rules and well, drivers can give a little leeway to cyclists. All it takes is a little give and take and the world would be a better place.

Personally, no matter how much you ring the bell if you ride like the pavement is yours, I would refuse to make way. Get off and push if you want to be on the pavement.

Just my 2 cents, please don't flame me. Speaking about how I feel being both a cyclist(road at all times) and a car driver.

If its normal conditions, who borthers to wear safety gear for cycling ? If its a road bully, which normally is the case, be prepared to get rammed.

Kevin(: SG

I will jus kick th bike and they like to speed past u without ant bell or even excuse me -.-

CD the pilot SG

I understand you.

Your type is the "professional or semi-professional cyclist" who has complete gear and can cycle fast.

I am just an ordinary amateur cyclist.

I tell you, I feel really vulnerable on the road. Very vulnerable. Especially if some vehicles whizz past and it seem like they almost touch me.

Yes, I know the pedestrians also can have this same sensation when they see cyclists whizz past from behind them.

It's actually not nice for all users. Only good solution is to implement more cycling path. This way, it is better for everyone.

Semi-pro bah.. Usually I average about 30+km/h. I using mountain bike on road anyway. I try to stay away from roads whereby there are lots or heavy vehicles.

From experience MOST heavy vehicles and MOST taxis don't give chance even to drivers. So far only had 1 incident where a taxi driver kept trying to squeeze me off the road. As for vehicles "flying" by, I try to anticipate it so that I don't get surprised.

whyiseverynametaken SG

dam i hate pedestrians that walk in a row so nobody can pass them.

if the cyclist is ringing, its more likely he's letting you know that he's right behind you. If he didn't swear right after you refused to move (because you're inconsiderate), then he's just trying to let you know he's behind you. He's a shy guy, easier to ring a bell, then talk.

So move next time, cuz if i was tht cyclist, i wouldve just ran right through you.

Kevin(: SG

Wow u are evil but stil do sth to signal th th person walking first instead of jus dashing is much better (:

whyiseverynametaken SG

lol well thts totally what i meant. I would signal... obviously just running through them is rude. But they totally deserve it, if they continue to ignore me and not move.

CD the pilot SG

dam i hate pedestrians that walk in a row so nobody can pass them.

So move next time, cuz if i was tht cyclist, i wouldve just ran right through you.

The times whereby I hear cyclists ringing their bell is when they are riding crazily on the pavement. But face it, pedestrian pavement is not a place for bikes. No matter how fast people walk, its still slower then a bike.

@TTFU
Its a rule to wear helmet on the road. Never wear will kena fine if TP spot you. Not sure if normal patrol officer will catch you. Headlights and tail lights are mandatory for night cycling, day time I'm not very sure but I have them installed all the time.

Kevin(: SG

But wht if is Old auntie tht had hearing prob ?

TTFU SG

No one is gonna wear helmets or gears in normal conditions, as in normal cycling. Not those on the road type. If i am rushing to buy my chicken rice, will i still borther to look for my helmet ? Cyclist can be quite rude with their alarms, same with pedestrian who refuse to give way, plainly looking for trouble.

Kevin(: SG

As long as both give in everything is safe :D