I was just wondering what peoples opinions are on this as I don't always do it and I'm wondering if I should change my ways... A few of the roundabouts in Aberdeen are a bit wild and it takes my full concentration and control to make it to the other side alive.
If it is a single lane roundabout I generally never signal and just ensure that my opening is sound.
Roundabouts with more than one lane generally do require signalling but I have found that my extended arm signalling a turn has developed into a STOP hand gesture that I need to point at the traffic just itching to mow me down.
Is it safer to time your manoeuvres or is this another example of cyclist's bad habits adopting their own rules of the road?
If it is a single lane roundabout I generally never signal and just ensure that my opening is sound.
Roundabouts with more than one lane generally do require signalling but I have found that my extended arm signalling a turn has developed into a STOP hand gesture that I need to point at the traffic just itching to mow me down.
Is it safer to time your manoeuvres or is this another example of cyclist's bad habits adopting their own rules of the road?