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@Whorty
On your second gripe ... yeah, fair comment. I stop at all reds, lots don't, I know it annoys other road users and peds. It annoys me that all cyclists get tared with the same brush - but hey, what can you do?
On the first gripe .. with respect ... piss off. I will NOT ride way over to the left so that everyone can pass me. I will however ride as far to the left as I (I as in ME) deem it safe for ME. Roads are full of pot holes, raised man-holes and all manner of shit and often riding in the middle of a bus lane is the only safe place. To tes this I suggest you head down any bus lane (or any road for that matter) on your scooter as you think cyclists should ride, and tell me you feel safe (if you even stay on your bike). So I hear what you say, but I will ride where I feel safest. If you want to vertake me, then feel free, but I will NOT put my life at risk by riding in the gutter.
Rant over :)