Spring is coming! Last week I wasn't too sure because the weather seemed a little confused, but the truth was confirmed upon my first encounter of the year with two Pine Canyon bicyclists.
I have to admit, I'm not a huge fan of bicyclists on the highway, (please, forgive me if you're one of them) especially a 60mph highway with twisting, blind corners. It's rather startling to round a corner and suddenly find that you're sharing a lane with a group of slow-moving pedalers.
I can't help but think that anyone choosing to ride that stretch of roadway must be a little crazy. Most Pine Canyon commuters are pretty sensible drivers, but I've witnessed a few corner cutters that would scare their reflectors off. Furthermore, I'm amazed that anyone would want to ride UP that hill! I appreciate the determination and perseverance that is required to accomplish such a feat. I, being a proud, over the shoulder, mountain, hike-a-biker, absolutely loathe the burn that accompanies the climb.
I want to wish all of you crazy bicyclists a happy spring. Here's to the beginning of the road-sharing season. May the motorists you encounter, including myself, be patient and polite and may the shoulders you ride upon be smooth.
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