Quote Originally Posted by mimitabby View Post
I can understand your feeling, but if i had to cross 3 lanes of busy rush hour traffic to turn left, I would have stomach cramps every morning. Seems like a no brainer to use the crosswalk. It's for YOU not for THEM.
I use crosswalks sometimes too. I also ride right down the middle of an industrial road when i need to. Let safety dictate.
I have actually had a hard time sleeping on the nights before I ride to work. If I hit this intersection early enough (before the serious traffic starts), I can get across. I think I might just go back to the shorter commute so I can get to that intersection early, at least until I get more confident at it. If I can't get there early enough, I'll try the crosswalk.

I went on my first group ride tonight. I'm hoping doing that once a week will help me be a stronger, more confident rider. I certainly felt a lot safer, and more visible riding with a group.