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Old April 27th 19, 02:40 AM posted to rec.bicycles.misc
Frank Krygowski[_4_]
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On 4/26/2019 6:56 PM, Joy Beeson wrote:

When I was an auxilliary fireman, I got into the habit of listening to
a radio scanner so that I'd know when to shut down the computer to
clear the line for an incoming call, then run upstairs and put on
leaving-the-house clothes.

An astounding number of auxiliaries went to fires in indoor clothing,
then complained of freezing.

I never gave up the habit -- I like to know what the road conditions
are, and the maintenance people at Grace let me know whether the
sidewalks are safe.

Last night I heard something rather nice. Some driver wanted the
police to check the welfare of a fellow dressed all in black riding an
unlit bike on a major road.

It's "danger! danger!", but this time it's something that actually is
dangerous. A pleasant change from "to keep you safe, I'm going to tie
you to the railroad track."


I agree, there certainly are ways that riding can be dangerous. Night
riding with no lights is certainly one, whether the clothing is black or
white. Another is riding facing traffic, especially at night. I've
called local cops about that one.


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- Frank Krygowski
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