An appeal to the cyclists among you

[Notters]

I think you will find this is not a anti thread stat - so calm down. Iv'e just dropped off wrong direction so be warned

It will be when a certain poster (WD) turns up.

edit: I really should've read the whole of your post!

 

[perseus]

Flashing lights on bikes annoy me as both a driver and a cyclist as they are distracting.

Works then

I have a steady front light and flashing rear lamp.

 

[Dr. Notthenineo'clocknews]

Please Guys and Girls who cycle in the dark - put some lights on your bike and switch them on when it gets dark. That's it really.

The rear red lights that flash on and off make you much easier to see. To the guy cycling up Sackville Road Friday night with a front light on the back of his bike - that's not a good plan.

Why is it that those cyclists who prefer not to put lights on their bikes also seem to be those that seem to like wearing dark clothing with no reflective properties (and often ride two abreast)?

I am not anti bike at all, I just want to be able to see you in the dark.

As a cyclist I say 'good post'

Unfortunately the aptly named wrong direction will be along to hijack shortly.

With regard to your request, after dark I'm done up like an xmas tree with front and back lights, lollipop mans coat and a crash hat, call me old fashioned but I want to live.

(I am also a driver, that sometimes drives after dark)

 

[Curious Orange]

Works then

I have a steady front light and flashing rear lamp.

You won't be saying that when that distraction causes an accident.

 

[Wrong-Direction]

As a cyclist I say 'good post'

Unfortunately the aptly named wrong direction will be along to hijack shortly.

With regard to your request, after dark I'm done up like an xmas tree with front and back lights, lollipop mans coat and a crash hat, call me old fashioned but I want to live.

(I am also a driver, that sometimes drives after dark)

Gooood afternoon Dr[emoji3]
Its gives me much amusement knowing you ride around dressed as a Christmas tree[emoji319] hohoho
Unfortunately you wouldn't have to if you just used your designated cycle lanes and stopped getting in everyone else's way..
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[SIMMO SAYS]

Gooood afternoon Dr[emoji3]
Its gives me much amusement knowing you ride around dressed as a Christmas tree[emoji319] hohoho
Unfortunately you wouldn't have to if you just used your designated cycle lanes and stopped getting in everyone else's way..
[emoji468] [emoji598] [emoji597] [emoji609] [emoji603] [emoji604] [emoji594] [emoji592] [emoji600] [emoji595]

If I start on the Pringles now it will ruin my appetite for dindins

 

[maglers]

Flashing lights on bikes annoy me as both a driver and a cyclist as they are distracting.

Er, isn't that the point....?

 

[Stat Brother]

If I start on the Pringles now it will ruin my appetite for dindins

I don't think a poor mans Ernest just without the repertoire or 'humour' is worthy of Pringles.

If I were you I'd save them for a real WUM, and have a nice dinner.

 

[Bold Seagull]

You won't be saying that when that distraction causes an accident.

It must be why so many drivers don't use their indicators. I didn't realise it was for my benefit so as not to distract me.

 

[Wrong-Direction]

I don't think a poor mans Ernest just without the repertoire or 'humour' is worthy of Pringles.

If I were you I'd save them for a real WUM, and have a nice dinner.

How dare you!!? I am nothing like that imbecile Ernest[emoji31]

 

[SIMMO SAYS]

I don't think a poor mans Ernest just without the repertoire or 'humour' is worthy of Pringles.

If I were you I'd save them for a real WUM, and have a nice dinner.

Are you mentally ill Stat or just have have no sense of humour.

I genuinely feel sorry for you---------but carry on---------------------------the 24,353 post coming my way

To be honest don't waste your time

 

[yxee]

And as a additional comment, point it down to the road. Some of those lights are blinding when pointed horizontally.

 

[banjo]

Great post, this is just the thing to get some friendly discussion going. and yes cyclist should use lights flashing or otherwise, cannot believe there's cyclist that don't use them. Madness.

 

[Stat Brother]

Are you mentally ill Stat or just have have no sense of humour.

I genuinely feel sorry for you---------but carry on---------------------------the 24,353 post coming my way

To be honest don't waste your time

I was just trying to save you ruining your tea.

More concerned citizen than spazmoid.



Oh and what would a 'not to be taken seriously' smilie look like?

 

[portlock seagull]

Cars crash into cars all the time and they're pretty visible! Any cyclist not drawing maximum attention to themselves via quality lights etc is literally an accident waiting to happen. Law might be on your side. But so is the grim reaper!

 

[Taybha]

I dont have a bike , but i do have a white and red torch , the worlds gone mad .

 

[Reagulls]

We have two kinds of after-dark cyclists here in the West Country:

Those who cycle with lights on the pavement.
Those who cycle on the road without lights.

Both kinds are

And may I add cyclists on pavements wearing helmets so when they crash into you, they're ok because they've got a helmet on!

 

[vegster]

Please Guys and Girls who cycle in the dark - put some lights on your bike and switch them on when it gets dark. That's it really.

The rear red lights that flash on and off make you much easier to see. To the guy cycling up Sackville Road Friday night with a front light on the back of his bike - that's not a good plan.

Why is it that those cyclists who prefer not to put lights on their bikes also seem to be those that seem to like wearing dark clothing with no reflective properties (and often ride two abreast)?

I am not anti bike at all, I just want to be able to see you in the dark.

Tune in same time next week for " How to brake when approaching a red light ".

 

[SIMMO SAYS]

I was just trying to save you ruining your tea.

More concerned citizen than spazmoid.



Oh and what would a 'not to be taken seriously' smilie look like?

A would be good

 

[Dr. Notthenineo'clocknews]

Gooood afternoon Dr[emoji3]
Its gives me much amusement knowing you ride around dressed as a Christmas tree[emoji319] hohoho
Unfortunately you wouldn't have to if you just used your designated cycle lanes and stopped getting in everyone else's way..
[emoji468] [emoji598] [emoji597] [emoji609] [emoji603] [emoji604] [emoji594] [emoji592] [emoji600] [emoji595]

With respect Mr Wrong Erection, suck a fart out of my arse, Shows you know **** all about me, I'm a massive fan of the cycle lane, less time I spend on the road the better, you're thinking of someone else xx