Originally Posted by
Iride01
Sorry, but the cyclist in front that intentionally brakes is the one most at fault. In such circumstances, if I thought I was going to endanger the other traffic, I will go off the side of the road or trail. It hasn't come to that so far.
Legally speaking, this would be the correct interpretation as well. Purposeful braking with the intent to harm the person behind would be considered an aggressive action.
BUT, tailgating is also illegal, and when bikes are on the road they are treated as vehicles. So....