While riding my bike today, I was hit by a driver in a monster truck and knocked to the ground. I’m OK. Thankfully, I was not injured or worse.
The driver was completely at fault: He did not fully stop as he was exiting his side street onto the road I was traveling. He did not stop at the stop sign, nor did he stop behind the broad white stop bar painted on the pavement, nor did he look out for any cyclists or pedestrians. He just drifted right into the bright green striped bike lane and clipped me before hitting the brakes. 🚴🏽♂️💥 🛻
I live in a city that takes bicycle and pedestrian safety pretty seriously. In fact, drivers frequently complain how all of the cycling infrastructure impedes their travel. But this is exactly why we have it — because irresponsible drivers hurt people.
Looking up from the road at the front grille of a monster truck almost on top of you is a nightmare. These trucks are excessive and dangerous as is, but it’s cavalier drivers who are the real menace. Please drive responsibly. 🛑
The driver was completely at fault: He did not fully stop as he was exiting his side street onto the road I was traveling. He did not stop at the stop sign, nor did he stop behind the broad white stop bar painted on the pavement, nor did he look out for any cyclists or pedestrians. He just drifted right into the bright green striped bike lane and clipped me before hitting the brakes. 🚴🏽♂️💥 🛻
I live in a city that takes bicycle and pedestrian safety pretty seriously. In fact, drivers frequently complain how all of the cycling infrastructure impedes their travel. But this is exactly why we have it — because irresponsible drivers hurt people.
Looking up from the road at the front grille of a monster truck almost on top of you is a nightmare. These trucks are excessive and dangerous as is, but it’s cavalier drivers who are the real menace. Please drive responsibly. 🛑
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