Originally Posted by JoeyBike

Keep in mind that when riding against traffic on certain roads,

A. You can see what is coming at you without a mirror or turning your head.

B. Your chances of getting doored are much less, and if you do get doored, the door will swing away from you when you hit it causing less damage to the cyclist perhaps. Also, you can more easily see someone in the driver's seat of a parked car. The motorist can certainly see you better.

C. No cars will chase you or mess with you. They are going the other way!

Before you folks jump me, I very rarely ride contraflow. Usually the same one-block shortcut here and there with much caution. I know all the dangers. I do not recommend salmoning. However, I can see why some novice/slower riders would find it attractive.

Hey...the OP asked.