Certifried, You’re right, of course. I did speak up a couple of times, though, when I saw people obviously very new to cycling do something that they might not have realized was dangerous, e.g. — “Is this your first time bike commuting/biking here? You might not have realized it, but what you just did . . .” followed by “WABA offers some great courses if you’re interested.” I might have been lucky, but the people in both of those instances seemed to take it well. Both incidents occurred on or near the 14th Street bridge.
And as far as passing little kids goes, I slow way down and talk them through it — “Keep going straight just like you are. I’m going to pass you.” Then “Great job!” if they hold their line. The smiles they give after that are definitely worth the slowing down.
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