SUV hits cyclist. Only this one has a video camera
Hah. I love the fact that this guy videos his bike rides. This time an SUV gave him a ‘love tap’ on the behind when he dared to take his lane to avoid a dooring.
Cyclist and SUV were stopped at the time, but I ask myself: would the SUV driver have done that to a car? Of course not. But somehow, it’s a contemplatable act when the thing you’re hitting is soft and squishy. Won’t wreck your paint job.
And when confronted about his/her obvious, obnoxious impulse action, the driver – far from apologizing – says “move over.” Astounding.
Ken Walker I salute you. Bon courage. To say nothing of sang froid. I would have been very tempted to pick up my bike and hurl it at the SUV’s windshield.
Cheers,
Yes, the temptation to do worse on my part was there but if I get involved then it’ll just be a mutual road rage incident. Thanks for the kind words, the community is really helping me deal with this.
Oh my the truths that would unfold if we all videotaped our cycling adventures!!
Nice link Chris. Video Blogging + Community Policing. Do you think you can get this as an accessory at McCrank's?
the guy had some serious presence of mind, in addition to the video. hope the driver gets nailed.
Worlds collide in another way as well. Hi to Ken, former colleague, and Chris, current brother-out-law.