Questions tagged [bike-vs-car]
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What are some alternatives to fruitlessly ringing my bell at a motorist?
I doubt that motor-vehicle drivers can hear the "ding" sound that a bicycle bell makes. What are some better alternatives?
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Are there sirens/horns that are like a car horn?
I am going to start commuting on my bike, but I often use busy roads that are not cycle friendly and cyclists are not often noticed. I need a horn to be noticed. (and to vent my anger without losing ...
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How can I prevent cars from passing me too closely?
Recently, a driver buzzed by me, leaving just a couple of inches between my handlebars and his car. It was very scary.
In general, how can I prevent cars from passing me too closely?
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Is it generally the case that bikes are allowed to use the "full lane"?
Many blogs and other sources of information on cycling advocate "riding like a car" or "taking the lane" as a way to increase safety and visibility when riding on a road. But such advice presupposes ...
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Why do bike tires suffer from frequent punctures whereas car tires don't?
I have driven in my life 200 000 km by car and 20 000 km by bike. In my car, I have never had a single puncture. In my bike, my puncture count probably exceeds 5.
Why do bicycle tires suffer from ...
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I read that "training is needed" before your voice can replace a horn. Why might this be?
In a discussion about very-loud bicycle horns, alex wrote that he uses his voice. He added that it works well and is always ready to use.
And then he added:
"And, yes, training is needed."
If I ...
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If I attached a "pointy" pool noodle to my bike, would it make me safer even from sadistic drivers?
A few sources suggest that mounting a foam pool noodle on the back of your bike can help stop drivers from passing too closely. Such noodles are available at my dollar store, unlike spring-loaded bike ...