Originally Posted by
gregf83
I've been riding for a long time and have been able to comfortably ride with no hands for as long as I can remember. Most experienced cyclists are quite capable of riding and steering their bike with no hands. While it's possible to lose control I can't recall ever hearing of anyone who crashed while riding with no hands. The risk exists but it's very low.
I wouldn't assume the person riding on the path with no hands is experienced.
Even people who know what they are doing can crash riding no hands. If it can happen to Chris Froome--who is a pretty good bike rider--it can happen to you.
https://www.cnn.com/2019/06/12/sport...gbr/index.html
Not to be harsh but personally I'm indifferent to whether you crash riding no hands. It's your call. But you should be concerned about others if you do this on a regular basis on a MUP.