Tales from today's commute....

[si_c]

Well that was quick, I just spoke with a cheerful chap on the line who used to be traffic officer himself. He said if the video demonstrated my account sufficiently, they would likely send a notice of intended prosecution to the driver for dangerous or careless driving. Now I'll just have find time to pop down the station and give a statement and copy of the video.

Glad you've had a good result so far from reporting this (not seen the video, as I assume you've taken it down). I've picked up a camera for my MTB for summer, and am considering using it for my commute too, the vast majority of drivers are reasonably considerate, but it only takes one self important, entitled prick to scare the shoot out of you.

 

[confusedcyclist]

Glad you've had a good result so far from reporting this (not seen the video, as I assume you've taken it down). I've picked up a camera for my MTB for summer, and am considering using it for my commute too, the vast majority of drivers are reasonably considerate, but it only takes one self important, entitled prick to scare the shoot out of you.

I marked it as private for now as they are taking it forward, not sure if that means you guys cannot see it though, or just that it's not searchable on youtube?

See: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J-jB9MytX0g

 

[si_c]

I marked it as private for now as they are taking it forward, not sure if that means you guys cannot see it though, or just that it's not searchable on youtube?

See: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J-jB9MytX0g

Private means you can't see it at all, unlisted means the link you posted will work. To be honest, I'd keep it private and maybe post it after you've heard the result, rather than prejudice any potential prosecution.

 

[ManiaMuse]

Shorts, short-sleeve top and fingerless gloves were probably a bit optimistic for this morning. Fingers were bloody freezing by the time I got to work despite the blue skies.

 

[si_c]

First commute back in since before easter today. Legs felt tired and achey!!! Just not fair!

On the upside, a lovely day to ride in, sunny, with little wind, was wearing short sleeve t-shirt with baselayer, and shorts.

 

[C R]

First commute since mid Feb due to different things getting in the way. My usual cycle path is closed due to road works, so have to take a different route which is about a mile longer, no biggie, but part of the detour is a badly potholed gravel track with quite a steep incline at the end, I regretted having changed the knoblies to slicks, may have to change back. At least the weather was nice, if a bit chilly.

 

[Sixmile]

1st commute of the week.. knew it was to be cold so layered up well and put on the lobsters. I just reminded myself why I never wear them on the road bike, braking and changing gear is that bit more difficult. I've brought lighter gloves for the way home.

 

[confusedcyclist]

Another one out in racing mits, shorts and short sleeves this morning and a great excuse to try out my new replica oakley jawbreakers which cost £6... I certainly looked the part but was soon wishing I had opted for long fingers and arm warmers! I warmed up eventually, well, in the shower.

I even found time to bask in the sun cleaning and lubing my work D locks which get neglected 364 days a year.

 

[bonker]

I was really enjoying a sunny ride in until I looked down and noticed I'd lost my front light. Fluxient U2 Mini, great light, useless mount (it sheared off in the middle). I've narrowed it down to about one mile Epsom bypass area onto A24 where it might have fallen off. Typically it's tyhe only bit of dual carriageway I use. Makes finding it harder but lowers the chances of someone stumbling across it and picking it up.
It's a nice light so I'm going to look for it tonight, don't think my chances of finding it are too good.

 

[hennbell]

found out the hard way mt 2015 Domane 2.3 has does not have the full 105 groupset.

Tried to slow down on a wet cycle path, off brand brakes provided no response at all. Was an ass puckering situation. The question is can I just use better brake pads or is it time to get new brake set.

 

[si_c]

Pretty swift run home tonight, bumped into someone I used to go to primary school with on the same commute. We'd passed each other a few times over the last year, but this is the first time we'd been at the same set of lights.

 

[confusedcyclist]

Lucky for this guy, one of us was paying attention. You can't hear it, but my shout as he steps out may have been the only thing to prevent a collision, the slow-mo section is 2-2.5 seconds. My rear wheel locked under heavy braking once he stepped out meaning I could only swerve slightly without losing control. It looks like I barely reacted when it is played back, but in the situation you can't commit to a swerve or bail out before you make the call on which way the pedestrian is going to hop/skip/jump/run.


View: https://youtu.be/BpkjjKqdrEY

 

[Twizit]

Commuting on the motorbike rather than cycle this morning, but came across an interesting sight.... chappy on an upright "gents" style cycle making his way through the Wandsworth one way system... with a full cooker hood / extractor unit strapped to his back!!

 

[bonker]

I was really enjoying a sunny ride in until I looked down and noticed I'd lost my front light. Fluxient U2 Mini, great light, useless mount (it sheared off in the middle). I've narrowed it down to about one mile Epsom bypass area onto A24 where it might have fallen off. Typically it's tyhe only bit of dual carriageway I use. Makes finding it harder but lowers the chances of someone stumbling across it and picking it up.
It's a nice light so I'm going to look for it tonight, don't think my chances of finding it are too good.

Didn't find it but I'm £13.20 closer to buying a new one as I cycled to work again and didn't take the train.

 

[Tizme]

Lucky for this guy, one of us was paying attention. You can't hear it, but my shout as he steps out may have been the only thing to prevent a collision, the slow-mo section is 2-2.5 seconds. My rear wheel locked under heavy braking once he stepped out meaning I could only swerve slightly without losing control. It looks like I barely reacted when it is played back, but in the situation you can't commit to a swerve or bail out before you make the call on which way the pedestrian is going to hop/skip/jump/run.

Of course if you had hit him there would have been absolute outrage on social media and in the DM! You were lucky he stepped back, or that you didn't head for the kerb expecting him to ignore you and keep going, no matter how you react you can really only hope they will not do the unexpected.