Last week I wrote about the road rage trial of a Los Angeles doctor who is accused knocking down two bike riders. I think this is a really important read for all cyclists. I don't want to widen the rift between cyclists and cars, I am hoping that maybe we can all gain some understanding by following what's going on in the trial. You can read what I wrote last week here: http://community.active.com/blogs/BruceHildenbrand/2009/10/21/road-rage-trial-begins-for-la-doctor

Patrick Brady writing for Velo News continues his coverage as the trial heads to closing arguments. You can read the latest news here:

http://www.velonews.com/article/99655/la-road-rage-defendant-says-he-stopped-to-try-to-take-a

Rather than read what I have to say, check out the links above and get some enlightenment.

Bruce

ps - I think it is very enlightening that the defense is trying to paint a picture that bicycles are inherently unstable and because of this can just crash at anytime for no apparent reason.