Why do so many drivers condescend to cyclists?

Why are so many drivers too proud to let cyclists go last and wait on them at intersections?

because it slows them down

Why do so many drivers refuse to treat cyclists the SAME as drivers?

Usually because they feel unproportionally angry about having to share the road with a slower vehicle. Many are under the impression that car drivers have better reasons for being on the roads, while cyclists are seen as doing it "for fun". So it's "Me, doing something I HAVE to do, being held up by YOU, who are out PLAYING" Many are also quite delusional about what actually pays for roads and road upkeep, believeing that as car drivers, they pay some sort of "road tax" which cyclists don't. And if you're not paying, you're not sharing. Usually this isn't how it works, and even if it did, the wear and tear caused by cyclists is so much smaller than that caused by cars etc to make the comparison quite ridiculous.

Why are so many drivers unwilling to let cyclists go last at intersections?

There is no rule that cyclists should or must "go last" at intersections. Intersections are where cyclists and drivers are most at risk of accident. Cyclists have the same responsibilities as drivers, must obey the same rules of the road and have the same rights as drivers. in nearly every state a bicycle is considered to be a "vehicle" and therefore, just like motorists, cyclists must follow the rules of the road. When it comes to collisions occurring at intersections, liability usually boils down to who had the right-of-way - the car or the bike. There is no rule that a cyclist must "go last" at an intersection and one driver trying to make that occur could cause an accident because the other drivers are expecting that normal road rules will be followed by all drivers at the intersection. Remember that drivers and cyclists who don't follow established driving rules are at risk for being found at fault in any accident.

Why do so many people assume that cyclists are more approachable than drivers in cars or want to socialize more?

I am not sure why people think that cyclist is more approachable than drivers. Everyone should be treated equally.

Why are so many people unwilling or unable to treat cyclists the same as other drivers?

The number of cyclists, both on motorcycles and bicycles, has increased dramatically. While many cyclists are confronted with road rage from annoyed drivers, most drivers give them a wide margin of error because the follow safe, prudent, mature driving habits. That practice has evolved from several well known factors.The first encounter with a cyclist is by sight and by their very nature a cyclist gives the appearance of vulnerability to a driver who is sitting protected inside a motor vehicle. A prudent driver, who is not easily annoyed while driving, knows the cyclist can lose control at any time due to road conditions or equipment failure and easily end up under their wheels. A prudent, mature driver also knows that many cyclists (not all) do not follow the rules of the road as diligently as most drivers do. Those factors motivate the prudent, safe and mature driver to give cyclists a wide berth so they don't end up colliding, no matter whose fault it may be.

Why do some drivers seem to condescend to adult cyclists and treat them like children rather than as other drivers?

The number of cyclists, both on motorcycles and bicycles, has increased dramatically. While many cyclists are confronted with road rage from annoyed drivers, most drivers give them a wide margin of error. That reaction does not translate to treating them like children, it translates to safe, prudent, mature driving habits. That practice has evolved from several well known factors.The first encounter with a cyclist is by sight and by their very nature a cyclist gives the appearance of vulnerability to a driver who is sitting protected inside a motor vehicle. A prudent driver, who is not easily annoyed while driving, knows the cyclist can lose control at any time due to road conditions or equipment failure and easily end up under their wheels. A prudent, mature driver also knows that many cyclists (not all) do not follow the rules of the road as diligently as most drivers do. Those factors motivate the prudent, safe and mature driver to give cyclists a wide berth so they don't end up colliding, no matter whose fault it may be.The number of cyclists, both on motorcycles and bicycles, has increased dramatically. While many cyclists are confronted with road rage from annoyed drivers, most drivers give them a wide margin of error. That reaction does not translate to treating them like children, it translates to safe, prudent, mature driving habits. That practice has evolved from several well known factors.The first encounter with a cyclist is by sight and by their very nature a cyclist gives the appearance of vulnerability to a driver who is sitting protected inside a motor vehicle. A prudent driver, who is not easily annoyed while driving, knows the cyclist can lose control at any time due to road conditions or equipment failure and easily end up under their wheels. A prudent, mature driver also knows that many cyclists (not all) do not follow the rules of the road as diligently as most drivers do. Those factors motivate the prudent, safe and mature driver to give cyclists a wide berth so they don't end up colliding, no matter whose fault it may be.

How did the bike negativly impact people?

Well, today a lot of intolerant car drivers get real angry when they have to share the road with cyclists, so they certainly seem to think that cyclists on "their" roads are a negative thing. And for the rest of us, having angry drivers about isn't exactly good news. Personally I think that bikes as a whole does more good than bad, and that those hotheads would benefit from calming down a bit.

How do you use condescend in a sentence?

AnswerLucy condescended to her friend who wanted to play a prank, even though it was against her dignity.AnswerElla has cerebral palsy, which is completely different from being retarded, so it really makes me angry to see her condescended to as if she were a 3 year-old child.Elderly people are often condescended to, as people immediately assume that they are too old and senile to know what's going on.When he was doing undercover work for the Narcotics Department, he condescended to doing many despicable things in order to keep his cover and fit in with the other criminals.

Can you Make a sentence using word 'condescend'?

i dont think so..but i know u cant use it at the beginning of a sentence...

How many footbridges are there over the thames?

There are at least 8 for pedestrians and cyclists only. -The Thames is so long it's difficult to track all the bridges

Why do cyclists eat nuttella?

Nutella is high in energy, so it's an OK choice if you are working hard.

How long would it take to cycle between Barcelona Spain and Valencia Spain?

It is about 400km. So it would take somewhere from 2 days for a fast road cyclists with support, to a week for gentle 60km a day touring cyclists.