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[EdSane]

@JoB, To me this is more discussion then rant but to each their own I suppose. I’ve grown tired of the ‘fireworks’ discussion and how that thread was essentially everyone talking over everyone else including that it is lost on anyone that my position was that the law should be enforced 364 days out of the year and that blanket bans/prohibition usually do not curb behavior. In fact my thread of logic is consistent to this issue too. I don’t believe enforcing traffic laws will completely stop this behavior either. It is a social/civic issue that I believe will only change over time as opinions evolve (or driver-less cars which ever come first). I’ve already stated that here briefly.

If you wanted to start a thread on bad drivers or a particular spot where many break the law I would participate. I use to rent an apartment on Avalon prior to and after the street conversion for the RapidRide Line. Now you have drivers impatiently going around the bus rather then stopping. I do believe there are bad drivers and I wish SPD had a more beefed up traffic division to handle a city the size that we’ve grown to… The discussion started regarding bicyclists and I was keeping my thoughts to that topic.

@mark, by tribal I mean more the ‘defense as one’ not in the sense that all are one. Similar in my mind to gun rights enthusiast who perceive an attack on even those who break the law as an attack on all.

There are certainly cyclists that feel exempt from traffic laws. As to passing on the right. I’m fine with bicyclist doing that and it is totally legal. I actually think its smarter and safer for the bicyclist to scoot ahead at red lights so they don’t get hit from behind and also as a driver it is easier to see them as I make room to pass. My issue is that some bicyclists insist on passing the car at speed when there is not enough room (e.g. traffic is 15mph and there are parked cars, tight lane with no dedicated bike lane). They shouldn’t be squeezing themselves within inches of my mirror just to get one or two spots ahead.

As to the Idaho Stop Law, I’m not too familiar with it but from what you’ve stated I’d be interested in how Seattle might adopt such a law. The stop sign as a yield sign sounds fine in theory however I wonder if the average bicyclists would slow down as they approached or blow through at speed. I’m not cool with the red light being treated as a stop sign especially on major arterials.

Again my outrage is directed at the bicyclists who break the law and don’t share the road. There are a few I encounter daily. I’m all for common sense laws. I just want a little enforcement too. It doesn’t bother me if a bicyclists gets ahead of me or is faster due to traffic.

[mark47n]

Ed, your attempt to separate cyclists and drivers isn’t going to work as they are one and the same. Also, I suspect that far more cyclists follow the traffic laws than don’t. Be that as it may…

You want to blame the “tribal” aspect and make this assumption that all cyclists are one. They are not. They are no more of one mind that drivers are. In fact, the vast and overwhelming majority of cyclists are drivers themselves. How do you think folks like me get out and ride in the Snoqualmie Valley and other distant places? Would you like me to lump you in with the group of drivers that have tried, actively, to door me, run me off the road or have thrown things at me? Probably not.

You want to complain that cyclists pass you on the right in traffic while you’re stopped. So, I should not proceed unless you’re in motion? Perhaps you should check your mirrors and then your right side wouldn’t be such a blind spot.

There are rude and inconsiderate people on both sides of this divide but only one of them places their own skin at risk, literally. Often it seems a lot like sour grapes. The cyclist cruises right past on your right as you sit locked up in traffic. Often not going faster than 10 mph. They aren’t careless, they are placing a great deal of trust in you holding up your part of the bargain. The part that says you’ll check your mirrors and stay off your phone. Cyclists literally place their lives in the hands of drivers in this way. They trust that drivers will follow the rules, even if they rant and rave about cyclists, and not kill them.

No one has said that cyclists are exempt from traffic laws. No one has ever made that assertion. I do know that if cyclists followed every single traffic law that drivers would definitely not appreciate it. This was thoroughly demonstrated a year or two ago when this was put into action by the cyclists in a part of SF known as the wiggle. By fully complying they tied up traffic something fierce. Many places in the world have realized that they have to change laws so as to accommodate cyclists. Idaho, Quebec, Holland, much of Scandinavia and the list goes on. These are regions that have realized that it’s not workable to have multiple classes of user follow the same rules and carry the same liability. We do that here already. Large trucks have different rules and different liability. Pedestrians and school buses have different rules and liability. Ultimately, the liability increases with the hazards associated with the vehicle. In this country we’ve decided that cyclists are in the same hazard class as cars and semi’s and that’s ridiculous on its face.

Let’s now discuss the “Idaho Stop Law”. This was adopted in Idaho in 1982. It allows bikes to treat stop signs as yields, red lights as stop signs and allows bikes to move up to the front thereby promoting visibility and keeping traffic moving for everyone. Since this was adopted there has been no rise in injuries involving cyclists. It hurt no one. It improved traffic. Conversely, the malicious compliance action that tied up the Wiggle showed the reverse. If cyclists complied with all laws they would tie up traffic. So, which do you want?

I want the Idaho Stop Law and you should too. It would benefit you, Ed, but cyclists would still move faster than you. It would just mean they were now following the law and that would take all the wind out of the sails of your ship out outrage.

[West Coast Nomad]

A landscaper delivered more wood chips than I need. Lots of chips still left; first come, first served. The piles are next to the sidewalk / street on 30th Avenue SW between Kenyon & Elmgrove.

Here’s the posting on Craigslist: https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/zip/d/free-wood-chips-west-seattle/6474785020.html

[Savahnabamaro]

Hi.

FYI: My Roomster account is linked to my mom’s Facebook not mine – as she helped me set it up!

I am a 23 year old female who rents a house in West Seattle. I manage a brewery and am starting my own business. I am medium clean, but like to keep the shared areas cleaner than my room.

I love good food and drink, as well as travel, hiking, camping, scuba, movies, board games and more.

I am a non smoker. I do drink and use 420 occasionally. I can do this in my room only.

I rarely cook, just because I have very little time to, although I would like to cook more. My brother, who also lives in West Seattle, is an amazing cook and he comes over and cooks occasionally.

The house I rent is high end. It has three bedrooms and two baths. It has a fenced yard with hot tub and fire pit. It has all tile and hardwood – no carpet. It has radiant heat and a gas fireplace. It has granite and marble counters and baths; and a WD and DW. It also has three off street parking spaces (huge in Seattle). It is in safe West Seattle neighborhood, close to public transport and shops, restaurants and so on.

I have an amazing Boxer who lives there and she has her own doggie door. She loves everyone. She is our alarm system.

Everyone has their own bedroom; there is also a gorgeous kitchen, a large living room, a large dining area and a front porch and rear patio. Plenty of room.

I come from a professional family. My dad is a pilot, my mom is an attorney, my oldest brother is an engineer, my next brother is in marketing, and I have a brother in 7th grade.

The three bedrooms in the house remind me of the Three Bears story. There is a TINY bedroom that I live in, which is $567 (and when I say tiny I mean like a very large closet). Then there is a regular size bedroom, which is $867. Finally, there is a huge room with ceiling fan, vaulted ceiling, multiple closets, multiple windows and French doors to the back patio – which provides a ton of light. That one is $1,167.

I am losing my current roommates, who have lived with me for 2.5 years, and who shared that room (a couple). I am looking for compatible, responsible, respectful, fun, interesting, long term roommates – who love life as much as I do, and who would love to live in this beautiful home. If you are interested let me know and we can chat.

Savahna Amaro

[EdSane]

@AJP, you just stated we can’t go after bicyclists there are more important things. That fits right inline with my reasoning that we’re only bringing up bad drivers to cloud the issue concerning bicyclist. I think we can walk and chew gum. Specifically, when something is a cultural issue (attitudes), active discussion and civic engagement is what curbs issues. For example, the cellphone law is a step in the right direction but its more the social shaming aspect that will eventually win over the crowd (not police enforcement). However, I don’t see the bicyclist crowd acknowledging any issues without the ‘but drivers’ which tells me this is more about tribal identity then anything else.

With regards to conduct. We all need to display the same conduct to each other when driving, riding or walking. It only works because we have a system of rules and expectations and we take predictable actions. Bicycles should not run up the blind side of a car within inches, they should stop at traffic control signals and yield to pedestrians. They’re not exempt because they’re less likely to cause death or injury to anyone but themselves. In fact their unpredictable actions could have severe consequences when drivers react or over react in an attempt to avoid an incident. Accidents are dynamic and chain reactions happen all the time.

@TSurly, please re-read the firework thread. I stated unequivocally that I did not discharge any unlawful fireworks at all. I merely advocated that they should be legal. I have many friends where they are legal and I went there. But again this line of attack is meant to discredit me the person and not my point or even add to the discussion. The topics arn’t even related unless you want to compare two nights a year to commuting every day.

[HRGDIVING]

Global Diving & Salvage, Inc. is the largest diving contractor on the West Coast, based out of Seattle, WA, a leading provider of marine construction and infrastructure support services in the United States, and an internationally recognized casualty responder.

The Legal Administrative Assistant is responsible for storing, tracking, and updating Company’s contracts and insurance certificates. The Legal Administrative Assistant works with the incident management team on claims handling and also provides some administrative support to the Quality Assurance group.

Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Review and draft project agreements pertaining to Company’s operations
• Establish and maintain internal client contact through email correspondence, telephone conversations, and meetings
• Assist management and support groups in preparing and proof reading outgoing documents with legal implications
• Conduct research and report findings as requested by Company’s Contracts Manager
• Assist in compliance with State, Federal, and International requirements in relation to contracts
• Work to maintain, develop and/or improve existing and new tracking tools for use in monitoring all contracts and obligations
• Receive, validate, and store incoming certificates of insurance
• Coordinate, organize, and maintain all Company contract and insurance files
• Collaborate and work with corporate groups, local and regional management, to ensure contractual data and terms are disseminated.
• Work to ensure all contracts are renegotiated in advance of expiration to ensure business consistency
• Coordinate meetings and mailings for Legal group
• Work with estimating and operations to develop a contracting plan specific to a project or client’s needs
• Assist in claims management, including communicating with brokers and underwriters, filing reports, providing documentation, and claim resolutions
• Perform administrative tasks for Quality Assurance group
• General office duties including processing mail, reviewing and processing team invoices and obtaining purchase orders
• Other projects as assigned

Qualifications
Education
• AA in Accounting or related
• BA degree preferred

Experience
• 3+ years of recent legal assistant/administrative experience, preferably in a construction and/or claims environment

Knowledge/Skills
• Advanced verbal and written communication skills
• Technical writing background preferred
• Excellent interpersonal and team skills
• Excellent Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe Pro) skills

Physical / Mental Requirements
• Perform work in an office setting

Equal Employment Opportunity
Global is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the objective of Global Diving & Salvage, Inc. to obtain qualified employees consistent with position requirements: to seek, employ, promote, and treat all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion/creed, handicap/disability, marital status, genetic information/history, military/veteran status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by law.

Global will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Global’s legal duty to furnish information. (41 C.F.R. 60-1.35(c))

If you are a candidate with a disability in need of an accommodation in the application process, please contact 206-623-0621 or email hr@gdiving.com.

Job Location
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Apply online at http://www.gdiving.com/about/employment

[elisabethk]

Only selling due to move and can’t take with me.

Frame: Allez Aluminum frame
Color: Silver
Year: 2005
Size: 52 cm
Price: $300 obo

Comes with bottle cages and a seat pack.
Photos here:

• This topic was modified 8 years, 3 months ago by elisabethk.

[AJP]

The damage a car can do–to a cyclist, to a pedestrian, to another car, to trees, houses, infrastructure is far greater than a cyclist can do to any of those things. Just look at the viaduct this afternoon. A crash where no one was hurt, effectively grinding the city to a halt. The risk involved with cyclist accidents simply doesn’t warrant the amount of money needed to spend on enforcement and accountability. Risk vs. benefit does not add up.

You’re saying cyclists and drivers should be equally accountable, but they don’t cause equal damage. You’re saying cyclists have an “us vs. them” mentality, and not acknowledging that drivers have an “us vs. them” mentality while driving a 2000+ lb vehicle. You’re saying there’s a cultural attitude that cyclists (definitely the minority) have against drivers (most cyclists are also drivers), but why do you not acknowledge the cultural attitudes of drivers who antagonize cyclists, at the risk of actually hurting them?

As a cyclist and a driver, I see good drivers, terrible drivers, and extremely dangerous drivers. I see good cyclists and rude cyclists, but when cyclists are rude the only person they’re putting in harm’s way is themselves (with some rare exceptions, mostly to pedestrians).

Not to mention that the majority of cyclists are working class, often poor, who would like to drive but can’t afford to. Are you in favor of adding another regulation and fee to the working class and poor?

Again, just straight across, the amount of money a cyclist can do in damage is nowhere near what the cost of regulating cyclists would be. It’s financially irresponsible.

http://www.governing.com/topics/transportation-infrastructure/memo-to-cities-most-cyclists-arent-urban-hipsters.html

https://usa.streetsblog.org/2018/01/03/study-cyclists-dont-break-traffic-laws-any-more-than-drivers-do/

[Paul Loeb]

I love Junction True Value. Just got off yet another time where we had a problem (in this case slow drainage in our toilet), they walked us through the cheapest and most self-serve solutions, and I came up grateful as always. They’re a wonderful community resource and I can’t imagine what we’d do without them.

[giglsmith]

Hello Fellow West Seattle Peeps,

We are looking at enrolling my daughter in Arbor Heights Elementary next year for kindergarten. But long story short, their aftercare program has a huge wait list and we are in the mid 20’s on the list with the first person on that list waiting since July’17 so most likely that option isn’t going to work out for us.

Any parents out there have any suggestions or local care they use with openings for next year or maybe in a similar situation and interested in trying to group plan an option/nanny or something as we will probably be skipping kindergarten next year and staying in our current school until 1st grade if we can’t figure something out.

Feel free to drop me a line gigelsmith@gmail.com or comment below!
Thanks in advance for helping out.

Cheers,

Greg

PS. It would have to be something that can pick up from the school and cover the early Wednesdays!

• This topic was modified 8 years, 3 months ago by giglsmith.

[TSurly]

This morning on my bike commute to downtown, an asian male in his early to mid 30’s driving a white jeep cherokee/grand cherokee (didn’t get his plate #) got pissed that I took the lane riding down Avalon. I was keeping pace with traffic, so I don’t know what his issue was. He dicided to pass me on the short stretch of Yancy between Avalon and Andover, needing to speed (my speedometer was reading 27), go head on to oncoming traffic, and slam on his brakes at the bottom of the hill when he got to the queue at the stop sign. I caught up to him at the light of Andover and Delridge and gave him an earful (no cursing) about his stupid, dangerous move to get no further ahead and just sit in more traffic. Of course he waited until the light changed, and as he was driving on Delridge towards the bridge, rolled down his window and yelled “stay left a**hole.”

Hopefully the coward will man up and come on here to explain/justify his actions, but I’m not holding my breath. He’s probably still sitting in traffic.

Unforntunately I did not have my helmet camera with me today, it would have been a nice video to share. Moving forward, I think I’m going to update this thread (or start a new one with a more catchy subject line) with a video link each time a driver endangers me or another cyclist. I need to limit the scope to just that, because posting video everytime a driver endangers a pedestrian or another driver would be a full time job.

• This reply was modified 8 years, 3 months ago by TSurly.

[mark47n]

I don’t disagree with the cultural aspect regarding violating traffic laws, I admit to having done so and that it happens. I’m not justifying it and this is not a part of assertive riding. For the most part I see bike commuters obeying traffic signals unless the signal doesn’t detect bicycles. Again, I don’t excuse it, just acknowledge it. The bone of contention here is that no one is discussing unsafe drivers or drivers that intentionally endanger cyclists and they are out there.

Given that a vast majority of cyclists, of any stripe, own cars I feel comfortable saying that they are familiar with the rules of the road. The point of that document is absolutely to educate drivers on how to safely interact with cyclists on the road.

No one is questioning that cyclists are liable for any damage they inflict.

The comment about the lopsidedness of citations is pretty well documented. drivers, by and large, are not cited in collisions with cyclists even when the evidence is overwhelming. This is a nationwide issue. The study you cite has no mention that I could find regarding citations. While there may not be data available, here in Seattle, it’s been studied elsewhere. One of the most common excuses that drivers use is that the cyclist did something “unexpected”, never mind that the driver’s responsibility is to be sure to account for the fact that cyclists have to avoid gratings, be careful of RR tracks, debris in the road, etc. This is one of the reasons that the 3′ rule exists. Also demonstrated, in one of the studies that I perused, was that many cops don’t always know the laws as they pertain to cyclists such as I am not compelled to use a bike lane or path if it exists, it’s up to my discretion to determine what is safer. A good example of that would be the “bike path” under the viaduct. It runs through parking lots, is full of debris, often has tents and is crowded with pedestrians. As I can reasonably predict what a car will do I’ll take the car over erratic pedestrians and people backing out of parking spaces.

There are things that need to change. Cyclists really do need to follow the law but many traffic laws are not well adapted to cyclists.

FYI, Idaho cyclists can treat stop signs as yield signs. How do you like them apples?

• This reply was modified 8 years, 3 months ago by mark47n. Reason: Wanted to clean up my 4AM writing

[pennidogg]

I know this may be a bit farther than your wife wants to travel but I highly recommend Fitness Revolution located in the Junction. Jill offers classes in the morning and in the evening and as the days get longer in late Spring and Summer the classes move outside, which I think is the best especially after being inside at work all day on a nice sunny day. There are different price levels based on how many classes you wish to attend and besides Jill there are two other instructors who are very knowledgeable and each creates a varied workout for each class so I never get bored. For an hour long bootcamp style class I think it is a great value. She also offers personal training and also does extras like fitness challenges. http://fitnessrevolutionwithjill.com/

[EdSane]

@mark47n, I grant that you have a right to the road. I read through the document you linked and though it was geared towards educating drivers I believe many bicyclist would gain something out of reading it too. Because we’re suppose to share the road and properly yield the right of way. By being assertive bicyclists are failing that and by blowing through red lights and stops signs they fail it. Sure, I’ve broken traffic laws (5mph over is about the only one intentionally). If we observed a driver constantly blowing through the crosswalk next to Boren K-8 (not yielding to peds), blowing through red lights down Delridge or failing to yield at stop signs around the junction. I’m sure they would get a mention on this blog. Yet, I see all of this regularly with multiple bicyclists. This tells me it is a cultural issue with their mentality. So maybe they need a wag of the finger from members of their community. Your angle to denigrate drivers just seems to be away to obfuscate the topic of the thread which is about bicyclists.

As for liability. To be clear they are not required to carry insurance they are still liable for any actions they take. This is why both drivers and bicyclists should carry cameras. If you blow through a red light and hit my door panel you pay.

Finally, the comment about drivers not being charged or ‘getting away’ seems pretty disingenuous. If the police did not personally observe the incident, there are no witnesses to corroborate the story by either party and the physical evidence is unclear who had the right of way the police will more then likely assist with the exchange of information and document that an incident occurred. They are not going to cite either driver in that scenario. Now if a major collision or death occurs a full investigation would ensue and final charges would be left to the prosecution team though the officers would make a recommendation.

Feel free to check out page 63
https://www.seattle.gov/Documents/Departments/SDOT/About/DocumentLibrary/Reports/2017_Traffic_Report.pdf

[HopQueen]

Hello,

We are looking for some light handyman services. Examples include:

*Light carpentry/framing
*Drywall/ceiling repair
*Light painting
*Connecting exterior lights

If you know someone who could provide those services, I would appreciate the recommendation!

[Click Design]

We’re currently searching for a kick-ass Sales Associate to join our team! The position begins at 20-25 hours a week and starting pay is DOE. We promote from within and are looking for someone to grow with us into a leadership position which will come with an increase in hours over a period of time. We offer a competitive package which includes PTO for all employees and health insurance for those working at least 20 hours/week.

The Sales Associate works with the team to provide an exceptional customer experience and maintain daily store operations. Duties include but are not limited to :

• Retail Sales & Customer Service – Works with the team to increase sales volume and meet monthly sales goals. Greets customers upon entrance to store, asks questions to determine client needs, uses conversational sales techniques and guides purchasing decisions when appropriate.

• Click! Team Support – Pays attention to what is happening on the sales floor at all times and is ready to assist other staff when needed. Practices situational awareness by watching and listening to interactions between other staff and customers and is generally available to join the conversation and/or help with procedures as needed.

• Maintain Store Appearance – Cleans and organizes store to create welcoming and professional presentation.

• Order Fulfillment – Pack and ship web orders per the current procedures.

• Merchandising – Assists with display build out when appropriate. Follows direction from merchandising team to execute plan as it is presented.

The ideal candidate has an interest in art and design, possibly with creative endeavors of their own . Our new associate should have excellent communication skills and experience in retail with a focus on customer service . You should be able to work both independently and with other staff members to achieve team goals. Being comfortable with prioritization and task management is key. Taking initiative, being self-motivated, dependable and trustworthy are important too :).

We are willing to train the right person even if you don’t have ALL of the qualifications listed. Your positive attitude, train-ability and willingness to receive and apply feedback are the most important assets we’re searching for.

You must be able to lift 50 lbs, stand comfortably during shifts on floor and be able to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays. We’re looking to hire someone permanently who can take on a leadership role in the future – so please, no short term flings .

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[Metropolitan Market]

Here We Grow Again!
Incredible Opportunity for Talented and Enthusiastic Individuals to Join Our Team!

At Metropolitan Market, we know food! We are a progressive, upscale grocery-retailer and one of the best places to work in the Pacific Northwest. Metropolitan Market is a company recognized within the food industry for freshness and quality – from our locally made chocolates to our mouthwatering local pears.

We provide outstanding employment opportunities, including a generous benefits program and attractive wages. These fast-paced positions in all of our departments provide ample opportunity for growth and development within the Company. We are looking for outgoing, friendly individuals who want to work in a healthy and rewarding environment!

This exciting opportunity is a two days a week, part-time position with flexibility to cover other shifts as needed.

Job Summary: As part of our Retail Support (Corporate) Staff, this position completes a scheduled delivery route to transport products and documents between the Retail Support Center and all store locations. This position also provides outstanding service while interacting with internal and external customers, vendors, and business associates.

Specific Job Duties:
Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Effectively transports products, interoffice/external mail, and other items, as needed between the corporate office and all other store locations.
• Completes all daily activities as assigned or needed; ensures daily tasks and assignments are accomplished correctly and in a timely manner.
• Maintains delivery vehicle in a safe, clean, and organized manner; stores products in a manner consistent with HACCP and Department of Health provisions.
• Uses work-related equipment correctly under manufacturer guidelines.
• Readily accepts delegated responsibilities and positively responds to the direction of the Food Service Director. Accurately completes assigned projects within a given time frame.
• Works a flexible schedule as required by business needs.
• Achieves Metropolitan Market attendance requirements.

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Candidates will be selected from applicants having the best combination of the following qualifications:

• Must possess current Washington State Driver’s License; excellent driving record required.
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• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously and produce quality output while working within a deadline a must. Sense of urgency required. Excellent time management and organizational skills.
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[mark47n]

JanS: I didn’t excuse rude, angry cyclists as you seem to think. I said that they are out there as are rude angry drivers. The chief difference is that rude, angry cyclists don’t kill cars. I also didn’t say anything at all like what you’re ascribing to me. I said that a lot of road cyclists are assertive and their aggressive style MAY come from a desire to not be turned into a pancake. As I’ve pointed out in other cycling threads; I have a right to be on the roadway. It’s not a privilege, it’s a right.

Your desire for me to lecture fellow cyclists is ridiculous. I can just visualize some other cyclist shaking their finger at me for what they believe to be bad behavior. I’d likely just ride away.

EdSane: As I stated above; I have a right to be on the roadway. Before you get all up in arms regarding liability consider that motorcycles and collectors vehicles are exempted from insurance requirements in this state. As to my violating traffic laws, yes, I have. Tell me you haven’t…ever.

Sorry to say, angry drivers who have to watch cyclists move faster than them in this city, comparing cars and bikes is ridiculous in the extreme. I might dent you body work while a car would maim or kill me. Bear in mind that Washington state law says that you must provide 3′ of space around me.(<http://www.dol.wa.gov/business/drivertraining/docs/bicycletestanswers.pdf). Perhaps I’ll be more concerned about cyclist behavior that only really endangers themselves when drivers start to understand the laws that govern bicycles and there interaction and use of the roads.

Unfortunately for the cycling community, drivers get away with injuring or killing cyclists at an alarming rate. There have been many articles stating statistics about this in periodicals that are not bicycle centered.

[AJP]

Ok, so yes, Edsane is fine with millions of dollars of government money being spent on small, hard-to-read tags on a bike so he can report them when they take the lane (legally) or do other things that are either illegal or inconveniencing to him. This despite the fact that cyclists causing accidents and injuries is extremely rare. Cyclists being annoying and/or a$$es occurs about as much as drivers doing similar things, though the consequences of a driver in a 2,000 lb vehicle are far worse. And back up to the original poster’s fear of being found at fault in a cyclist/car collision: drivers are very rarely cited for hitting cyclists, even when they are killed. But we should still spend resources on going after the cyclists.

[miws]

About the early-morning helicopter search over Puget Sound: 1 person dead, 1 in critical condition

[Graciano]

Anyone know why the Coast Guard was flying around Seola Beach at 4:30am, They were there for a good 45 minutes…
Thought the WSB would have been all over this..

[TSurly]

I was thinking the same thing but didn’t bring it up. I better be careful not to upset him, he may start sending motars and bottle rockets over my house.

[WSB]

When did you leave your bicycle? By the end of the year they were closed. We published their closing announcement in early December:

BIZNOTES, JUNCTION EDITION: West Seattle Cyclery closing; two openings; one move

Did you already try info@westseattlecyclery.com ? Checking one of their social-media pages, they said they were making arrangements to get repaired bikes to their owner but could be contacted that way, otherwise.

Good luck! – TR

[saloneffekts]

We are looking for an experienced hairstylist to join our team. We are an established salon serving the great community of West Seattle for 22 years. With a very dedicated clientele waiting to meet you. We are looking for someone who shares our love for education, a passion for doing hair and providing professional service. Of course also bringing any clientele is a plus. Will you be a part of our team? Inquire today. You can send your resume to salonef-fekts@comcast.net or call 206 935-7050

[AJP]

You really want to add another level of government bureaucracy over this? Another government office, more government employees, more paper, more resources, more enforcement for…bicyclists running stop signs and lights? Really?