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Sound advice. I ride 10 miles every day in London through rush hour traffic. I haven't had an argument with a motorist for years. I'm all for open communication with other road users and mutual respect. However, I've just started doing a few longer rides outside London and this happens. I guess I wondered what had made the difference. Non-London motorists? Riding a bit faster? Wearing lycra, helmet, shades? Different expectations of motorists?
Sharkstar-
My 2p
I'd take a junction like this assuming the driver hadn't seen me or will likely misjudge my entry speed (drivers often pull out before doing the rabbit in headlights impression, simply because they don't expect a bike to be ridden at the same speeds they are doing in their car).
Riding hard through a roundabout isn't a great idea either, even if you are fully in control, as it gives you much less reaction/stopping time if anything unexpected happens.
TTM
Roundabouts mini or major are perilous at the best of times. If nice motorists follow the rules and acknowledge my priority cycling into a mini one I always try to put up the "cheers mate" hand. Main thing is, stay safe Sharkstar & attempt to be cool :^)