How Not to Bike in Boston
Normally, I would post about a local Boston attraction today. But while looking for accompanying media, I came across interesting YouTube footage uploaded to the video-sharing website in December 2007.
Debatably titled Boston’s Deadliest Bike Messenger, the admittedly thrilling viewing material demonstrates numerous ways to get yourself — or someone else — in a fatal accident while riding a bicycle on the streets of Boston … or any other place for that matter.
There are rules of the road in Massachusetts that bike riders are supposed to follow just as much as drivers. If you plan to visit and use your bicycle, become familiar with them before taking to the road in order to avoid unnecessary bodily injuries.
Some people wonder why Boston drivers have a reputation for being so angry. After taking a look at the video following the jump, one potential reason should became very clear.
Incidentally, a large portion of the video is filmed in the mixed shopping and business district of downtown Boston, a popular spot for tourists. So, if you’re in the location, remain alert when walking and driving because a lot of bike messengers frequent the streets there, especially during normal weekday work hours.
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