Originally Posted by
spinwax
My folks and wife say Burbank is probably the best choice for us. Since she lived there and liked it, it will probably be Burbank. Talked to a friend of mine on the phone just now that lives in Pasadena and he even said Burbank. LOL.
I just rode down in OC last weekend (did the Foodpark Ride). It was nuts. I don't know how someone doesn't die on that ride every week with all the traffic, etc.
There are SOOOOO many people. I was scared for my
life. Most of my family lives in Newport Beach and
it is just so scary riding down there. Everyone is in a
hurry in Cali! LOL. Why is that?
I've lived in Socal my whole life, & I know what you mean
I generally pick ride routes that have the least amount of commuter traffic. For most of them cyclists are in their way, & could care less if they crash you out as long as they get where they need to go.
Also, being fearful (which I completely understand) makes it worse in my opinion.
That hesitation & stress could make you more likely to crash or get hit.
I've been real lucky the past 30 years of riding in dangerous conditions.
I ride very defensively, assuming no one sees me or will run into me at any time.
Burbank is nice, you can find some great routes.