1. Running red lights can be down right stupid, or completely necessary. Think about this one, you pull up to that red light and it never changes. Why, because they put a metal weight sensor in the ground that a bicycle will never trigger. In fact the law in California allows my to go through the red light as long as I am safe, and my bike can not trigger the sensor.

2. Going in front of traffic at a stop light is out of safety. I am much more visible to the first car in line than the 10th. I protect myself from the driver making the right turn at 20mph while I am going 10mph. Self defense my friend. And why would it make a difference, it does not impede car traffic. If you are referring to left hand turns, the same safety factor is applied.

3. Rude, so says you. My safety (without question) is more important than your feelings. How about a little thought shift. Become the driver that gives the bicycle rider not only a little extra room but time. You can then go rushing to where ever you need to get to with the knowledge that you made someones life a little easier. Try it I challenge you. You feel better.

4. Bicycle riders get traffic tickets all the time. Spend some time on the forums and read about all the complaints.

5. Hop on your bike and ride to work for one week, then come back and write to us and let us know how friendly the drivers in your city are. My guess you will not be able to argue the same.

6. I will be happy to help you find ways to become a bicycle advocate in your community.