Letter: Cyclists routinely ignore traffic laws
Long Beach's boardwalk is 2.5 miles long and serves as the venue for many events. It also boasts a bicycle route. (June 21, 2011) Credit: T.C. McCarthy
“Cycling clubs teach the rules of the road” [Letters, Sept. 20] is right to be so passionate about cyclists adhering to road rules.
Although there are many motorists and cyclists who do follow the rules, there seem to be a greater proportion of cyclists who don’t. As a cyclist and motorist living in Long Beach, I’ve witnessed many near-misses along Shore Road and Park Avenue. Cyclists routinely blow through red lights and stop signs. Of course, this poses a danger to pedestrians and motorists.
Beth Rose Macht, Long Beach
