[rant] Dim bicyclists

[mindstalk.livejournal.com]

I can understand or even support bicyclists taking a flexible attitude to many traffic laws that weren't designed for them. Slow rolling stops, sidewalks when considerate, short dashes against one-way signs given the poor design of the regional streets. Things that increase speed and convenience while not being unsafe if you're careful.

I can't think of any excuse for all the nighttime bikers without any lights, other than "my light got stolen while I parked and I have to get home", which I doubt is the usual explanation, or "my life isn't worth $30". I suspect a night biker is safer with a light and no helmet than with a helmet and no light.

Plus it's the law, and it's a sensible and non-onerous law, one I don't see reason for flouting. But maybe I'm privileged and unimaginative here. Someone want to defend the practice?

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[intuition-ist.livejournal.com]

also, this: http://www.lightlanebike.com/FinalConcept.jpg

[mindstalk.livejournal.com]

...wow!