November 8, 2007
No sympathy for cyclists
I have a hard time being sympathetic to the cyclists in Missoula. I am sorry that Ms. Wickham was hit by a car and I hope she wasn’t hurt, but I and many others use the sidewalks in front of the Adams Center and many of those times we have come close to being run down by cyclists barreling both ways on the sidewalk. They seem to think that the sidewalk is for their use only. Remind me, what does SIDEWALK mean? Ride on the concrete or walk on the concrete? The dictionary describes it as: sidewalk \ n: a paved walk on the side of a road or street. I just think they should call the kettle black and think about all other areas on campus that cyclists have taken over the sidewalks. I’m not saying they should stop riding, but if they want the same privileges as cars, then stay on the roads. If they want to ride on campus, then have a little consideration for pedestrians. A little fair warning would be nice, especially for pedestrians with cyclists coming from behind. A warning of: to your left (right), behind you, anything would help. Speak up, don’t sneak up!
We have to learn to live and appreciate everyone’s mode of transportation. Whether it is walking, riding or driving, please have a little consideration for the other person.
Pam Erickson,
administrative assistant, athletics
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