Yep, I always slow down when I'm passing someone, especially old folks and little kids. If I hadn't done that with the woman who pivoted right in front of me I'd have mowed her down or run off the trail and crashed.
And also make noise so they hear me. The bell is kind of gay (no disrespect Paul) but it works.
I always speak. "I am easing around your left." Then I always bid them a good day or exchange some other cordiality. I often say something nice to the doggies. Kids on bikes get complemented on their cool bikes.
Good advice. If they don't move to the side to let you pass, do you apply the cycling version of rolling coal?
You know, crop dusting?
It is with great trepidation that I fart in bicycling shorts. They change pressure points, and I am afraid it will affect the check-valve that keeps farts dry. Last thing I want to do is rear back good and schidt myself to get back at someone.
