This essay appeared in the Guardian yesterday, and I think it is good enough to warrant broad circulation.

Apologies if someone posted it already; if not, please read.

Did it answer the question??

What have people got against cyclists?

Slow 2 wheeled hindrance of a **** er in lycra get the hell out of my way or i might run you over.. FFS you are in my way… Get out of my way NOW!! and im angry about it attitude.

Why do people feel like this??

It wont be until this attitude is changed / addressed that the hate will continue.

human nature of triablisum. If Identify you as diffrent to me and soemthing iritate me my tollerence is lower and my suspition and hate is greater.

The author does try to explore solutions, and while nothing is easy, it is not an open-ended, easily-dismissed piece.

Bump for the evening crowd as this a worth while!e peace.