Originally Posted by
Inpd
Well there are these things call cell phones and apps like CandyCane and this thing called text messaging. I've had a couple of people drift into the bike lane but pull out before hitting me. These weren't close messes at all, but I didn't have time to react which is my concern.
If you're too concerned to enjoy the ride, don't do it.
The road you're describing sounds like a nice road for biking myself. 3 foot shoulder is plenty. Wear bright clothing and a couple of high powered rear blinkys if you don't feel safe. Me? I just ride and don't worry about it. Nothing in the world is perfectly safe, and a road like that wouldn't make me feel a minute of discomfort.