cunninghamair from O''Fallon, MO on 8/9/2008 2:56:15 PM:
I'm sorry for your experience. I am in no way defending the rude cyclist--but as a
former runner who switched to biking because of a bad back, there is a flip side. I try to
yell "on your left" or ring my bell when I come upon runners/hikers/walkers. But I have
experienced runner's four-wide, well over on our side, coming toward us, that expected
US to move into the ditch. Also groups that are walking three abreast and talking--
completely oblivious to others on the trail, despite our warnings. And don't get me
started on the walkers, walking down the middle of the trail with ipod's on. Maybe some
of the local business could post "trail courtesy" reminders on the bulletin boards. I try to
be a good neighbor/cyclist, and say hello to everyone, but I have also been run off into
the ditch. It is a rare occurence, and hasn't resulted in injury (yet) but can ruin a
beautiful morning.