Gizo Posted March 18, 2023 Share Posted March 18, 2023 There’s absolutely nothing that cyclist has done wrong or unlawful. Too many assholes not driving to the conditions would be more appropriate. I see the anti cyclist are in strong mood on here and FB regarding this but there’s not one comment from anyone anywhere regarding a driver knocking a kid of his bike the other day. like I’ve always said drivers would rather kill a cyclist than be safe around them. 2 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeliX Posted March 18, 2023 Share Posted March 18, 2023 6 minutes ago, Gizo said: Why don’t the TT brigade wear them then? Which brigade? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
genericUserName Posted March 18, 2023 Share Posted March 18, 2023 23 hours ago, The Phantom said: Let's face it, it's comparable to riding on a motorway. Which you're not allowed to do. Far too many people treat that bit of tiny country road as if it was a motorway. A 50mph speed limit enforced with cameras would be a positive move. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
genericUserName Posted March 18, 2023 Share Posted March 18, 2023 And yet again they are closing it for a month. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happier diner Posted March 18, 2023 Share Posted March 18, 2023 On 3/16/2023 at 11:16 PM, Sheldon said: The whataboutery in some of the Twitter comments is unbelievable. "Would they have asked someone to put their horse in the van?" Well, no, because a horse rider would not be up there in the first place, acting like a stupid entitled dick. Neigh. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happier diner Posted March 18, 2023 Share Posted March 18, 2023 10 minutes ago, Gizo said: There’s absolutely nothing that cyclist has done wrong or unlawful. Too many assholes not driving to the conditions would be more appropriate. I see the anti cyclist are in strong mood on here and FB regarding this but there’s not one comment from anyone anywhere regarding a driver knocking a kid of his bike the other day. like I’ve always said drivers would rather kill a cyclist than be safe around them. Indeed it is. There is a massive anti cyclist feeling. I always say. How many car, van, lorry drivers have been killed by cyclists? Personally I wouldn't cycle over the mountain these days. Even on a clear sunny day. It's too dangerous. I think though that that is sad. I should be able to. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CallMeCurious Posted March 18, 2023 Share Posted March 18, 2023 7 minutes ago, Gizo said: Why don’t the TT brigade wear them then? Or construction workers and police wear hi-viz for the logical reason that you want to do all you can to reduce the risk to yourself. Relying on the reflexes and attention of others to be 100% for 100% of the time is a world where we wouldn't need insurance. Presumably the cyclista doesn't wear a helmet? Surely they are so awesome they never make a mistake or let their attention wander for even a second? Waiting for the petition to Tynwald to permit cyclistas on the Mountain Circuit during the next TT. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
genericUserName Posted March 18, 2023 Share Posted March 18, 2023 Just now, Happier diner said: Personally I wouldn't cycle over the mountain these days. Even on a clear sunny day. It's too dangerous. I think though that that is sad. I should be able to. It's such a fantastic route with amazing views. Ideally there would be pavement and a cycle lane. But imposing a safe speed limit would be a good first start. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 18, 2023 Share Posted March 18, 2023 15 minutes ago, Gizo said: There’s absolutely nothing that cyclist has done wrong or unlawful. Too many assholes not driving to the conditions would be more appropriate. I see the anti cyclist are in strong mood on here and FB regarding this but there’s not one comment from anyone anywhere regarding a driver knocking a kid of his bike the other day. like I’ve always said drivers would rather kill a cyclist than be safe around them. That’s very true. The amount of cars today with just their front running lights on was just ridiculous. As most modern cars have auto headlights, so many drivers seem to forget that these are not automatically activated in fog so we end up with minimal front lights and sweet FA at the rear. The police should definitely make it a priority to be pulling people over next time to remind people that they often can’t be seen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gizo Posted March 18, 2023 Share Posted March 18, 2023 3 minutes ago, Happier diner said: Indeed it is. There is a massive anti cyclist feeling. I always say. How many car, van, lorry drivers have been killed by cyclists? Personally I wouldn't cycle over the mountain these days. Even on a clear sunny day. It's too dangerous. I think though that that is sad. I should be able to. I’ve cycled from Ramsey over the mountain 4 times only. Twice in lockdown which was fckn amazing, I was the only one up there. It was incredible. It’s such a great climb. Twice I did it on open roads, I was shit scared. It shouldn’t be like that however there’s knobheads everywhere. I won’t be going up there anytime soon. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 18, 2023 Share Posted March 18, 2023 (edited) 23 minutes ago, Gizo said: There’s absolutely nothing that cyclist has done wrong or unlawful. Too many assholes not driving to the conditions would be more appropriate. I see the anti cyclist are in strong mood on here and FB regarding this but there’s not one comment from anyone anywhere regarding a driver knocking a kid of his bike the other day. like I’ve always said drivers would rather kill a cyclist than be safe around them. It’s a shame that if the gov really wanted to promote a healthier lifestyle, they should compulsory purchase little strips of land for cycle lanes, making good routes across the island away from all traffic. A bit like Italy has done. Edited March 18, 2023 by Guest Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0bserver Posted March 18, 2023 Share Posted March 18, 2023 14 minutes ago, Satan666 said: It’s a shame that if the gov really wanted to promote a healthier lifestyle, they should compulsory purchase little strips of land for cycle lanes, making good routes across the island away from all traffic. A bit like Italy has done. It can easily be done with almost no compulsory purchase. Just close the railways and turn them over to paths for push bikes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Passing Time Posted March 18, 2023 Share Posted March 18, 2023 38 minutes ago, Gizo said: There’s absolutely nothing that cyclist has done wrong or unlawful. Too many assholes not driving to the conditions would be more appropriate. I see the anti cyclist are in strong mood on here and FB regarding this but there’s not one comment from anyone anywhere regarding a driver knocking a kid of his bike the other day. like I’ve always said drivers would rather kill a cyclist than be safe around them. Sadly Gizo, plod won't even bother to investigate near collisions with cars and cyclists. It'll take some poor sod being killed before they give five minutes of their time. Fuckers the lot of them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0bserver Posted March 18, 2023 Share Posted March 18, 2023 44 minutes ago, Gizo said: There’s absolutely nothing that cyclist has done wrong or unlawful. Too many assholes not driving to the conditions would be more appropriate. I see the anti cyclist are in strong mood on here and FB regarding this but there’s not one comment from anyone anywhere regarding a driver knocking a kid of his bike the other day. like I’ve always said drivers would rather kill a cyclist than be safe around them. Apart from being a hazard to himself and others. And then being a massive bell end on his 'blog'. The Island can well do without whiny little cunts like him 'visiting'. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ian rush Posted March 18, 2023 Share Posted March 18, 2023 It was stupid to be up there but all the complaints must have at least a part of not expecting the unexpected or driving off the rear lights of the car in front or having a stopping distance further than seeing distance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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