tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37712842.post7670537040597832311..comments2024-03-12T15:49:33.657-04:00Comments on Vision Zero NJ: Passed by 6 inches - "Drive fair, Pass Bicyclists With Care"Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger9125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37712842.post-44259868550399255242017-05-28T08:56:46.894-04:002017-05-28T08:56:46.894-04:00The possible values and other necessary concerns w...The possible values and other necessary concerns would possibly inspire professionals to seek every possible stance and probability which is even said to be of utmost importance. durable electronic gadgetshttp://e-widget.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37712842.post-35988515116407790302017-01-17T14:01:32.004-05:002017-01-17T14:01:32.004-05:00This comment has been removed by the author. Eddie Swing https://www.blogger.com/profile/02010357658608129627noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37712842.post-19920668287817808492013-01-22T11:45:24.864-05:002013-01-22T11:45:24.864-05:00Max,
In all three of my situations mentioned in t...Max,<br /><br />In all three of my situations mentioned in this post, the driver was clearly just too impatient to wait for oncoming traffic to go by before they made their pass on me.<br /><br />And yes, 39:4-14.2 requires cyclists to ride as far to the right as "practicable." That DOESN"T mean "possible." Yes it might be "possible" to ride through the road debris and potholes but it isn't "practical" because one is more likely to crash if you do so. Cyclists have the right to ride away from the very edge of the pavement.<br /><br />Still if I'm cycling slowly, like up a hill, I will move over further to the right than I normally would to allow a driver to pass but I expect the driver to slow down and pass with extreme caution, not blow by. I will often wave at them to slow down and if they do, I will wave them by.Andrew J. Besoldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03652399372790924762noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37712842.post-35741281031334722152013-01-20T01:25:12.819-05:002013-01-20T01:25:12.819-05:00I suspect the FTR regulation contributes to these ...I suspect the FTR regulation contributes to these kinds of passes. <br />Far too many people (including, sadly, police officers) believe that 39:4-14.2 requires cyclists to ride as far to the right as "possible." They then take it upon themselves to "teach a lesson" about keeping right to anyone who isn't riding inches from the edge of the pavement.Max Powernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37712842.post-60345688994401508272013-01-19T15:33:24.980-05:002013-01-19T15:33:24.980-05:00Here's a bike jersey that might help spread th...Here's a bike jersey that might help spread the word about safe passing:<br />http://www.3feetplease.com/john chttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02629131694929888516noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37712842.post-47673935955504530122013-01-12T08:41:41.828-05:002013-01-12T08:41:41.828-05:00Hey Andrew,
Thanks a ton for the advice, you mak...Hey Andrew, <br /><br />Thanks a ton for the advice, you make a lot of sense. Yes I also agree that the law should change. I feel lucky actually to ride often times on 27 where there is a good shoulder to ride in, because I just feel that it makes sense and is safer for everyone. <br /><br />I was riding at night, fairly late at night as well so traffic was low which is one reason why the truck driver may have been less aware. However, I was absolutely using a front and rear light, as well I have multiple reflectors on my bike. I'm considering getting an extra set of lights for both back and front for a bit of additional safety at night. <br /><br />Thanks again for the advice, good luck to you on your rides!<br /><br />EzraEzrahttp://nymblog.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37712842.post-10198365761512549122013-01-12T01:51:13.716-05:002013-01-12T01:51:13.716-05:00Hi Ezra,
If there is a wide, smooth and clean sho...Hi Ezra,<br /><br />If there is a wide, smooth and clean shoulder I will ride in it despite the fact that the NJ Supreme Court says I can't legally. I ride on Rt 27 up between North Brunswick and Franklin Township frequently and the new and very smooth shoulder is perfect for riding despite legal technicalities. Don't worry. Any reasonable cyclist is going to ride in the shoulder when it is perfectly suitable to use. BTW, the law needs to be changed so it is legal.<br /><br />When there is no shoulder (a foot of asphalt to the right of the white fog line is NOT a shoulder) I ride about a foot or two to the LEFT of the white line. Generally I stay about 2 feet away from the edge of the pavement, three feet or more from a curb. You need room to operate! I'm just shocked at how many very fast cyclists ride on the white just six inches from falling off the road.<br /><br />But sometimes you need to take the lane. On Canal Road north of the Griggstown Causeway, where the road wider and asphalt smoother, I will ride close to the white line, about a foot to the left. South of the causeway, where the road is narrow and the asphalt in very poor condition, I generally take the lane and move over to allow cars to pass but ONLY when it is safe for me to move over and there is no oncoming traffic. Trust me, this take A LOT of fortitude, which is a real shame as one shouldn't need to be a bold LCI to be able to ride on the roadways in a manner that is most safe.<br /><br />As for your incident on Rt 27, if you were riding at "night" (your words), I hope you had a front and rear light. I find that most drivers give me a great deal of respect when I'm riding at night and properly equipped. Lights for and aft are required by law here in New Jersey and that's a law I totally agree with.<br /><br />Andy B - LCI #2682 Andrew J. Besoldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03652399372790924762noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37712842.post-3379283478187584832013-01-11T18:46:26.297-05:002013-01-11T18:46:26.297-05:00Thanks for writing this. I have been thinking abo...Thanks for writing this. I have been thinking about it so much lately with many recent close calls. I'm sorry to hear about your experience, it can be quite scary! <br /><br />I was also just riding in Griggstown and it was a lovely ride, with mostly very respectful drivers. Lately, I have been trying to modify my lane positioning, I ride when I can in the shoulder which I know I'm not technically supposed to do, but it is really where I feel safest. But, I have been trying to ride closer to the lane or in the lane more often in hopes to force drivers to slow down further and go around me when necessary. <br /><br />Last night, I was on Route 27 in South Brunswick, and a very large truck came up behind me and passed me within inches, it was extremely scary. He must not have seen me and this is one of my greatest fears with riding directly in the lane or closer to it. <br /><br />Do you usually ride in the lane and move over as cars are passing? What is your approach? <br /><br />Thanks!Ezrahttp://nymblog.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37712842.post-71061092347728491812013-01-11T13:57:40.613-05:002013-01-11T13:57:40.613-05:00Not fun. I've had my share of close calls in ...Not fun. I've had my share of close calls in NJ, but never any quite as terrible as what you described. <br /><br />My only suggestion, which you have likely thought of yourself, is to have a camera to record your rides so you have video evidence of any encounters that you can submit to the police. While NJ may not have a 4 foot passing law, I'm sure the driver could be cited for reckless driving.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com