[Sportsandrec] Encountering Cyclists?

[Gaston Bedard]

Ron,
Nice to know you're back on the bike.
You're very fortunate to have a pilot or guide to ride with you.
I'm totally blind, I spin my spin bike 5 times per week at home.
I also work out at the gym almost every day.

As for treating a stop sign like a yield sign, it's an interesting topic.
It's true a bunch of folks seem to be in a big rush, and have the urge to move along quickly, to get everything done in 24 hours.

This is the first time I hear of this topic of treating a stop sign like a yield sign.
you say, this has been the norm in Idaho for the past 32 years.
So, there must be statistics as to whether there are more or less accidents and injuries.

What is the reasoning for wanting to treat a stop sign like a yield sign?
Just wondering.
As I said, this is the 1st time I hear of this topic.

-----Original Message-----
From: SportsandRec [mailto:sportsandrec-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Ron Burzese via SportsandRec
Sent: August-12-17 6:20 AM
To: Sports and Recreation for the Blind Discussion List
Cc: Ron Burzese
Subject: [Sportsandrec] Encountering Cyclists?

Hi,

As you may know, I’ve been an avid cyclist for 35 years, on a tandem for the past 20.

In California, they are wanting to pass a law that would allow cyclists to treat stop signs as yield signs. This has been the norm in Idaho for the past 32 years.

There is a group of blind people in my city, who are apposing the bill, saying that it would be unsafe for blind pedestrians.

I, too, am a blind pedestrian and do not see any problems. Do any of you have any stories that would raise a concern for the passing of this bill? I’ll be testifying in favor, but wanted to broaden the scope of experience.

The group who is complaining, does so about everything. You may know who they are, but I’ll leave that to your imagination.

regarding cycling, I’ve been back on the bike, three days per week. I’m losing weight again and feeling better. I was 182 and now, maybe 173. I’ll get weighed today when I give blood.

Be blessed,

Sacramento Ron
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