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I am shocked at this headline. David: Do you think your grandmother or great grandmother would know what "on your left" means?!

As my friends know, I am no fan of cyclists. I live east of the river and roll my eyes at those bike lanes in my neighborhood. Years ago I was knocked down crossing a NYC street by a cyclist going the wrong way on a one way street.

Despite my issues with cyclists, I think there is lack of education all around. Drivers do not stay in their lanes, cyclists constantly plow through red lights, and on trails cyclists go faster that what one should given they are sharing the trail with walkers. If "on your left" were such a typical convention, shouldn't it be posted somewhere?

I actually like the "move right" command. It might piss off people but it would work. As rock climbers know, when one yells "rock!" climbers do not look up (as it the natural reaction), rather, they move towards the wall and tuck down their head, mainly because this is one of the first lessons they are taught. Education and protocol (something many cyclists scoff at)is needed.

In any case, what happened is tragic. I think the response from the cycling community should be remorse and reflection rather than casting blame and digging in heels.

by mjfindc on Jun 13, 2012 8:24 am • link • report

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