@countrygirl31I'll tell you what you did wrong. You were driving in the left lane. The far left lane on an expressway is reserved for passing. I like to call that lane abuse.Then, you replied to the first poster here, apparently to get your post closer to the top of the page. Your post did not further the topic that the OP or his repliers were discussing. Around here, that's called comment abuse.
A cop who has been on a leave of absence for two years! I'm sure the Toronto Police Services Board will assure us that this is just one rogue cop. Unfortunately, Toronto already has too many of these rogue cops.
I'm for cyclists' rights and such.With that said, the second time the bike is raised (the first time "from" the kick), the cyclist is taking a step toward the car. Unless he lost balance, it does look like a feeble attempt to thunk the hood of the car with the bike (via the rear tire). The cyclist does not look like a diehard two-wheel commuter type. Also, the bike looks a bit, well, cheap too so I doubt he was too worried about the bike. I think the cyclist did worsen the situation but the driver truly is a piece of work.
My favorite personal instance was driving down a VERY bumpy brick road. Speed limit was 35, but there was NO way even a big pickup or SUV could have done 35 on that road without causing the vehicle harm, and I was in a 4-door sedan.some guy in a convertible comes flying up behind me and starts honking, screaming etc...So finally we get off the road onto a paved street and about a block down there's a stop light. He starts to speed up to get beside me as im slowing down for the RED LIGHT.HE turns his head (not looking at the road in front of him) and screams "f**k YOU" and some other garbled stuff as he blew the stoplight and got sideswiped at what was likely over 60mph (the intersecting street's speed limit is 65 as it's a state road).Im probably a horrible human being for it, but I just laughed.. for a few hours. (I did call for, and stick around for the police though.) While I was there, the man did not regain consciousness and was covered in blood. His airbag did not inflate....I guess when it all comes down to it, it didnt matter if he damaged his car on the bumpy road that day.
Why do you think bicyclists are "typically self righteous jackasses?" As a whole, bicyclists are highly motivated people who possess a strong sense of independence. But we're also fathers and mothers, business owners, factory workers, roofers, financial experts, I.T. professionals... Every gallon of gas bicyclists save when commuting is another gallon that motorists can have.
@ stinkfart:Yes, I kept my bike. My hand was in a cast for 4 weeks and riding really sucked! Especially because this was a mountain bike.The rest of the story? The thief was arrested, there was a trial, he copped a plea to "receiving stolen goods" and did a few months in the slammer.My hand healed up and I learned that it's wise not to ever strike another person in anger.
"Const. Darius Tierman, who has been on leave since October 2004, turned himself in to police the following morning.Tierman, 44, is charged with assault causing bodily harm. He was granted bail yesterday at Old City Hall provincial court."he got off quick and easy
You, frishack, are the reason the cyclists get a bad name. It is ignorant pricks like you that run down pedestrians and don't obey the rules of the road that ensure that all cyclists get treated like punks. Bicycles are vehicles under almost every highway traffic act in every jurisdiction. That is why you can loose points on your driver's license for operating a bicycle under the influence.Don't be a f**king moron, grow a pair and ride on the road like you are supposed to. Don't endanger all of the people on the sidewalk because you aren't capable of taking your lane on the road. Better yet, buy a nice thick crash helmet and some knee and elbow pads. Strap them on good and tight, throw away your bike and go hide in a dark corner somewhere where you can't hurt anyone but yourself.
screensnotMay 9, 2007
@countrygirl31I'll tell you what you did wrong. You were driving in the left lane. The far left lane on an expressway is reserved for passing. I like to call that lane abuse.Then, you replied to the first poster here, apparently to get your post closer to the top of the page. Your post did not further the topic that the OP or his repliers were discussing. Around here, that's called comment abuse.
contriteMay 9, 2007
A cop who has been on a leave of absence for two years! I'm sure the Toronto Police Services Board will assure us that this is just one rogue cop. Unfortunately, Toronto already has too many of these rogue cops.
rebumpMay 10, 2007
I'm for cyclists' rights and such.With that said, the second time the bike is raised (the first time "from" the kick), the cyclist is taking a step toward the car. Unless he lost balance, it does look like a feeble attempt to thunk the hood of the car with the bike (via the rear tire). The cyclist does not look like a diehard two-wheel commuter type. Also, the bike looks a bit, well, cheap too so I doubt he was too worried about the bike. I think the cyclist did worsen the situation but the driver truly is a piece of work.
admirabumblebeeMay 10, 2007
My favorite personal instance was driving down a VERY bumpy brick road. Speed limit was 35, but there was NO way even a big pickup or SUV could have done 35 on that road without causing the vehicle harm, and I was in a 4-door sedan.some guy in a convertible comes flying up behind me and starts honking, screaming etc...So finally we get off the road onto a paved street and about a block down there's a stop light. He starts to speed up to get beside me as im slowing down for the RED LIGHT.HE turns his head (not looking at the road in front of him) and screams "f**k YOU" and some other garbled stuff as he blew the stoplight and got sideswiped at what was likely over 60mph (the intersecting street's speed limit is 65 as it's a state road).Im probably a horrible human being for it, but I just laughed.. for a few hours. (I did call for, and stick around for the police though.) While I was there, the man did not regain consciousness and was covered in blood. His airbag did not inflate....I guess when it all comes down to it, it didnt matter if he damaged his car on the bumpy road that day.
dirtkahunaMay 10, 2007
Why do you think bicyclists are "typically self righteous jackasses?" As a whole, bicyclists are highly motivated people who possess a strong sense of independence. But we're also fathers and mothers, business owners, factory workers, roofers, financial experts, I.T. professionals... Every gallon of gas bicyclists save when commuting is another gallon that motorists can have.
dirtkahunaMay 10, 2007
@ stinkfart:Yes, I kept my bike. My hand was in a cast for 4 weeks and riding really sucked! Especially because this was a mountain bike.The rest of the story? The thief was arrested, there was a trial, he copped a plea to "receiving stolen goods" and did a few months in the slammer.My hand healed up and I learned that it's wise not to ever strike another person in anger.
sherazardMay 10, 2007
"Const. Darius Tierman, who has been on leave since October 2004, turned himself in to police the following morning.Tierman, 44, is charged with assault causing bodily harm. He was granted bail yesterday at Old City Hall provincial court."he got off quick and easy
Closed AccountMay 10, 2007
I reckon that driver will think losing his anal cherry in prison is a lot worse than losing a tooth.
papermonkeyMay 11, 2007
You, frishack, are the reason the cyclists get a bad name. It is ignorant pricks like you that run down pedestrians and don't obey the rules of the road that ensure that all cyclists get treated like punks. Bicycles are vehicles under almost every highway traffic act in every jurisdiction. That is why you can loose points on your driver's license for operating a bicycle under the influence.Don't be a f**king moron, grow a pair and ride on the road like you are supposed to. Don't endanger all of the people on the sidewalk because you aren't capable of taking your lane on the road. Better yet, buy a nice thick crash helmet and some knee and elbow pads. Strap them on good and tight, throw away your bike and go hide in a dark corner somewhere where you can't hurt anyone but yourself.