glenn forger
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This is awfully good, made by someone called blackworx who comments on Guardian cycling stories:
http://www.photogob.co.uk/2014/02/26/dealingwithcyclists/
Dealing with cyclists in online comment forums – a primer
General
Talk directly and forcefully about what, in your opinion, cyclists should and shouldn’t be doing. It helps immensely if the last bike you rode said “Raleigh Grifter” on it in foil lettering. On the off chance that you have actually cycled recently, be very sure to point this out right at the beginning. “I’m a cyclist myself, but…” is always a great way to start your comment. It means you definitely know what you’re talking about.
Use “the highway code”
Now… you have to be careful here. I don’t mean actually use the highway code because, somewhat irritatingly, it will rarely support your argument. No, instead use the words “the highway code” as a phrase with which to figuratively beat these dopey cyclists about the head to drive home your point. If you do actually use the Highway Code then just misquote or paraphrase certain sections, remembering to omit the parts you don’t personally agree with. Make rules up. stuff like “cyclists should be in the gutter”, “cyclists must use cycle paths when provided” or “cyclists should stick to the outside of roundabouts” are all instantly believable classics. Trust me – nobody will notice.
http://www.photogob.co.uk/2014/02/26/dealingwithcyclists/
Dealing with cyclists in online comment forums – a primer
General
Talk directly and forcefully about what, in your opinion, cyclists should and shouldn’t be doing. It helps immensely if the last bike you rode said “Raleigh Grifter” on it in foil lettering. On the off chance that you have actually cycled recently, be very sure to point this out right at the beginning. “I’m a cyclist myself, but…” is always a great way to start your comment. It means you definitely know what you’re talking about.
Use “the highway code”
Now… you have to be careful here. I don’t mean actually use the highway code because, somewhat irritatingly, it will rarely support your argument. No, instead use the words “the highway code” as a phrase with which to figuratively beat these dopey cyclists about the head to drive home your point. If you do actually use the Highway Code then just misquote or paraphrase certain sections, remembering to omit the parts you don’t personally agree with. Make rules up. stuff like “cyclists should be in the gutter”, “cyclists must use cycle paths when provided” or “cyclists should stick to the outside of roundabouts” are all instantly believable classics. Trust me – nobody will notice.
