Driver Pulls Gun on Cyclists This Morning

[RiverOtter]

It is ridiculous to try and defend that man’s actions – he was so in the wrong. I don’t understand how anyone cannot see that.

Amen.

As for the cyclists, it only takes a few seconds to slow down for them and give them the courtesy they deserve. You will find you are always able to pass them quite safely if you just bide your time for an instant or two.

It amazes me how people can't chill for 5 freakin' seconds

 

[florida girl]

My principle concern is how quick judgments are made without having all the data. Have you ever been judged erroneously? I don't know the driver of the truck; therefore I can't in all good conscience make a judgment against him. The cyclist posted on the board, here to defend himself. I say, we live in a scary age; folks are judge, jury and executioner all in one, at a rumor of an alleged suspicion!

 

[Andy A]

RO, are you sure you didn't mean "can't" chill for 5 freakin' seconds?

 

[30A Skunkape]

My principle concern is how quick judgments are made without having all the data. Have you ever been judged erroneously? I don't know the driver of the truck; therefore I can't in all good conscience make a judgment against him. The cyclist posted on the board, here to defend himself. I say, we live in a scary age; folks are judge, jury and executioner all in one, at a rumor of an alleged suspicion!

Do you think there is any valid reason somebody should point a gun at unarmed bicyclists?

 

[sunspotbaby]

 

[Mango]

Frankly, I could care less! I will continue to speak to try to bring some equity to the poor, and those who suffer because of the selfishness of others.

As oberger stated above, go to other countries and the bicycle, moped, small motorcycles are the mode of transportation for the majority of people in the world. The bicycle rider has priority in the road over the motor vehicle.

Part of leadership is having vision, and you might as well get used to the fact that this country is going to head into a more eco-friendly, oil and resource conservation society. You are doing a great injustice to the people you claim to represent by condoning bad behavior.

Further, you are wrong about tourism being the only industry. There are many open positions for engineers with major employers in the area. You should be encouraging people to further their educations. The alternative energies field is going to expand enormously, and there aren't enough educated scientists and engineers to support the growth as it is right now. These are well paying jobs. And don't tell me that poor people do not have access to money for education. It's available to those who seek it and work hard. Nothing worth having is ever easy to get.

 

[toofargone]

Originally Posted by RiverOtter

I also had a couple of meat heads on a maroon minivan yell at me. Actually they might have been cheering me on. I couldn't tell because one of my favorite songs was playing on my IPod .




Hey Otter, I may be wrong but aren't you supposed to obey the rules of road on your bike? Is it legal to listen to IPOD while cycling if you are using the ear buds?

 

[RiverOtter]

RO, are you sure you didn't mean "can't" chill for 5 freakin' seconds?

Oops... Thanks for the edit

Originally Posted by RiverOtter

I also had a couple of meat heads on a maroon minivan yell at me. Actually they might have been cheering me on. I couldn't tell because one of my favorite songs was playing on my IPod .




Hey Otter, I may be wrong but aren't you supposed to obey the rules of road on your bike? Is it legal to listen to IPOD while cycling if you are using the ear buds?

You are and I have no idea if listening to an IPod while riding a bike is illegal . Look it up and let me know. I do know it's illegal to intentionally force a cyclists off the road because just don't like them on the road. I'm pretty sure it's illegal to point a gun at an unarmed cyclist. I also pretty sure it's illegal to exceed 25 mph through Alys Beach however I get passed riding through Alys while I'm rolling at 25 mph. I'm pretty sure it's illegal to come to a rolling stop but cars and yes bikes do it all the time. I do not see that listening to my IPod while riding my bike equates with threatening someone with a hand gun though, maybe you could explain.

 

[toofargone]

Oops... Thanks for the edit




You are and I have no idea if listening to an IPod while riding a bike is illegal . Look it up and let me know. I do know it's illegal to intentionally force a cyclists off the road because just don't like them on the road. I'm pretty sure it's illegal to point a gun at an unarmed cyclist. I also pretty sure it's illegal to exceed 25 mph through Alys Beach however I get passed riding through Alys while I'm rolling at 25 mph. I'm pretty sure it's illegal to come to a rolling stop but cars and yes bikes do it all the time. I do not see that listening to my IPod while riding my bike equates with threatening someone with a hand gun though, maybe you could explain.

Guess I was right.

Guess you aren't perfect either.

 

[drivingtheview]

You know, there is one part of the information here that is not present. That of the driver of the truck. You don't know what was going on in his life at the time. I'm trying to give you understanding of the mindset of locals, but without actually having his statement creates a uncomplete discussion. Have you ever had trama in your life? He could have been facing some kind of distressing situation that was completely absorbing his thoughts, and you're hand gesture probably almost sent him over the edge. You're lucky he restrained himself when he did.
Those walking trails and restaurants serving "healthy foods" are for people on vacation. Particularly in today's economic situation, local people cannot afford this kind of activity. When people have to work 2 or more jobs to make ends meet, who has time to enjoy a walking trail? Much less spend a small fortune for dinner!

The lack of response is obviously attributed to the utter sadness/ignorance of these comments. I have had some traumatic days, as we all have. Never flashed a gun at anyone as a result. Never crossed my mind. One great thing about America is that we all can live where we choose. I used to live in a place that I did not like. So I worked hard, got a new job, and moved away. I offer this; do unto others as you would have them do unto you.