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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Ultimately I think you opt for what is safest for the kids which might not be using this trail.  This does not mean that cyclists should be flying through there without regard to pedestrians, however.  They have a responsibility to use the trail safely.   I got hit by one that did not signal they were passing.  I was also partly to blame because I turned to go in the opposite direction without looking.  Both of us could have been seriously injured.  [/quote]

+1. I jog and bike after work in Rock Creek Park between Woodley Park and Georgetown. There are always spacey runners and walkers with no self awareness (headphones are usually the culprit) who will stop in the middle of the path or veer over with no regard to who might be closing in behind them. No signaling is also a pet peeve of mine. I'm willing to slow down as needed and make concessions, but I also think it's irresponsible for parents to let groups of kids weave all over on their little bikes on a busy path or let them ride out of sight..

I have no idea what the hell the cyclists with earbuds are thinking. At least half can't be bothered with a helmet either. No situational awareness (doesn't matter if you're on a closed road/path or busy street)+no signal when passing+runner or walker listening to loud music= ugly accident or senseless death waiting to happen if someone hits their head the wrong way.

Keep in mind that road bikes with skinny tires can't exactly dive into grass or into dirt gracefully or safety if the rider has to swerve off a paved trail at the last minute.[/quote]

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