I noted in Don Greely's quiz on bicycles that state law requires cyclists give an audible warning before passing pedestrians. I am a frequent walker, and often enjoy walking the Trail between Minnehaha Falls and Fort Snelling State Park. Less than 20% of bicyclists give audible warnings before passing from the rear. I can't tell you how many times I've been startled by bikes blazing past me from behind, frequently at high speed. I walk for the physical and contemplative experience. I enjoy occasionally letting go and sinking into the beauty, history and essence of the river gorge and of life itself. As such, I on occasion "tune out." Perhaps I am guilty of walking under the influence of meditation. I appreciate it when bicyclists announce their approach and always reply with a thank you to them as they pass. I am surprised that I have not heard of bicycle pedestrian collisions, as I have experienced a number of close calls myself. Perhaps they just don't merit notice or reporting. If bicyclist fear automobiles passing them, they should also be able to appreciate the pedestrian's situation. I'd appreciate it, if some of the bikers on the list insisting on better accomodations for their mode of high speed transport, would consider their responsibilites to others as well. I've heard occasional lip service, but would like to see the bike caucus come up with some actual action to effectively educate and regulate its own. While I'm at it, I've also been distressed over the years with the mountain bikers turning every deer and or rabit trail along the river gorge into a veritable mountain bike super highway. There are places where bikes just should be off limits.
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