Pedestrians

[Rhythm Thief]

Should you behave any differently for pedestrians on the roads?

Well, I slow down when I'm driving if I see a pedestrian who looks like they might do something unpredictable, so yes, I suppose you should.

 

[JonnyBlade]

Peds have priority everywhere so yes.

The highway code states that pedestrians have right of way on roads unless in avoiding the pedestrian the driver of the vehicle can see that such any avoidance would cause a bigger hazard

You're only half right big fella and don't take into account walking out into the path of a 30mph vehicle! "He was pissed and stumbled into the road when he was hit but should have had te right of way LMFAO!!!"

 

[JonnyBlade]

12 stone cyclist might fall over a child while cycling in the park. probably a clipless moment

Obviously there are moving parts. It's not that difficult to understand? Imagine a small child leaving Daddy's side and running arms first into the rear wheel or a chain ................. the clipless moment is familiar though

 

[Angelfishsolo]

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Er No it doesn't

 

[JonnyBlade]

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I thought you would know it word for word and cover to cover? Now I am trully shocked

 

[JonnyBlade]

Er No it doesn't

Oh I forgot about your method of translation! So very sorry Big Fella

 

[gaz]

Oh I forgot about your method of translation! So very sorry Big Fella

Quote where it says it then. The highway code can be found on direct.gov website.

 

[Angelfishsolo]

Quote where it says it then. The highway code can be found on direct.gov website.

Gaz I think I have pulled here

 

[wiggydiggy]

I can't understand how this turned into a massive argument.

Same, I normally like shared path discussions but this one couldnt be less entertaining than if Buzz Buzzkiller had rocked up
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Ok go on then I'll play

I like shared path cycling, its a pleasant change to my normal commute/exercise rides as its chance to go a little slower and have a look around a bit more. No rush and I dont mind playing child-dodgems.

Dont need to state and agree with the obvious like the line being a guide, peds having priority, shared park use etc

 

[Dan B]

Quote where it says it then. The highway code can be found on direct.gov website.

Yes, I am eager to learn this too.

 

[Angelfishsolo]

Yes, I am eager to learn this too.

The implication being that the highway code advises motorists to run peds over if the other option is to crash into a car or other obstacle !!!

 

[JonnyBlade]

Still looking. If I don't find it then I'll hold my hand up. Still right about the other stuff though

 

[tongskie01]

http://www.aberdeencycleforum.org.uk/include/pdf/20060617_shared_paths_low_res.pdf this might help close the argument. everyone agree? me thinks.

 

[Angelfishsolo]

http://www.aberdeenc...ths_low_res.pdf this might help close the argument. everyone agree? me thinks.

Some might point out that Scottish Law is not always the same of the rest of the UK. I agree 100% with what it says but there are always a couple who will fight for the rights of cyclists to be able to do what ever they want where-ever they wan to do it.

 

[Bman]

Children learn more from mistakes than anything else. You get hurt, you don't want to get hurt so you don't repeat that mistake (too often)

Why are some people advocating compulsory helmet use for children then?