As a user of all the forms of locomotion mentioned, I have to say that the cyclists I have encountered are in the most need of civility -- and some further knowledge of Oregon law. For instance, quite a few don't seem to know or recognize that by law they need to move to the right of the road if they are the slower moving vehicle. That said -- peds, please don't just walk out in the street at uncontrolled intersections without looking. Yes, I'm supposed to stop, and will do my utmost to do so, but when I'm on my bike or driving my car, I may not see you stepping out. Look both ways and forget about who has the "right" to this and that. Hitting you would be tragic and devastating for everyone.

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