Originally Posted by
work4bike
Another thing that scares me about riding near parked cars are kids/dogs that come running out from between the cars, or even adults if the vehicle is large enough to provide cover.
And even with delivery vehicles, the delivery man has a tendency to jump out without looking too closely, probably because he has a lot of deliveries and is in a hurry. I've seen some really close calls in these situations, I take a wide berth with all parked vehicles.
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Makes sense to give obstacles and potential hazards a wide berth.
Of course an alternative is for a self described do-gooder to stop and lecture drivers about the errors of their ways. Maybe even call 911 and report them as well as children and dogs who might run out in front of an all important bicyclist, or cause him to have to alter his speed or course as a precaution when riding amongst others in the city (oh the horror!)