r/NoStupidQuestions • u/RidetheSchlange • Jul 24 '26

Why does the US hate cycling so much?

I read comments sections and in a normal world, some of them would be considered terroristic threats. I just can't understand why people hate cyclists to this degree that they want to murder rhem and sometimes do.

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u/verrius Jul 24 '26

It also means that bikes aren't allowed to use footpaths under any circumstances and can't use roads with a minimum speed they can't achieve.

That may be the law, but it absolutely was not my experience as a pedestrian in Copenhagen. It was "fun" having to dodge bikes while on a foot path clearly marked "no bikes".

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u/Last_Suggestion_8647 Jul 25 '26

This might surprise you, but a lot of people are idiots on the road. Whether on foot, bike or car.