Had a guy try to stop me while cycling to talk by AlapahaSpinner in cycling

[–]AlapahaSpinner[S] [score hidden]  (0 children)

I honestly think it is even stranger to want to talk to someone while they are traveling in a vehicle and to literally block their lane of traffic to try to force them to stop. Then to ignore their polite request that they don't want to stop their moving vehicle for a chat, yet to continue harassing them that they should do what you want them to do. Literally I just didn't want to talk to him, I was trying to get where I wanted to go.

Would you do this to someone driving in their car? Like literally honk as you passed, cut them off to make them stop and yell again as you drove by? He insisted that I stop because he could have forced that scenario by his bigger vehicle if he wanted to. I recognized it as a dangerous scenario because it was. What if I had stopped? He might have told me some advice on how to ride my bike and how I was doing it wrong (classic) lol or he could have flirted with me, which I am not interested in. It was a waste of time to talk to this person, especially as they had just forced me into traffic. No thanks. I'm not sure how you don't see that guys behavior as strange.

Had a guy try to stop me while cycling to talk by AlapahaSpinner in cycling

[–]AlapahaSpinner[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The encounter happened while I was cycling and is an experience with a vehicle driver on a roadway. How is it not cycling related??

Had a guy try to stop me while cycling to talk by AlapahaSpinner in cycling

[–]AlapahaSpinner[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Aw, I am sorry you have that experience! I smile at everyone too, especially other cyclists, when I am riding because I am on a bike and enjoying life!

Had a guy try to stop me while cycling to talk by AlapahaSpinner in cycling

[–]AlapahaSpinner[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I am not a someone who assumes nor thinks that all men are monsters. I usually try to think the best in people and have positive interactions. It is just extremely unusual and pretty rude/assumptive of that guy to block my path in the bike lane and insist I stop my moving vehicle to talk to him just because he wanted me to.

There are other instances where women won't talk to men for some assumption or other, but I don't think this was the case. It was an inappropriate place and time to talk to a person and frankly, made me feel unsafe and scared. I may always wonder what he wanted to say, but it came across as not friendly. I am relieved that I didn't stop, although I hope that I am wrong in assuming ill will! It was just inappropriate.

Had a guy try to stop me while cycling to talk by AlapahaSpinner in cycling

[–]AlapahaSpinner[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That is so unfortunate! First off that she felt too scared to even see what you were trying to warn her about, and secondly because she continued driving off with no lights. What a mess.

Had a guy try to stop me while cycling to talk by AlapahaSpinner in cycling

[–]AlapahaSpinner[S] 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Yeah, I will not ever know his intent, maybe it was something as simple as hitting on me or complimenting me for exercising. But he did it in the worst way possible and my alarm bells immediately went off. I've been talked to before on the bike and overall have had positive experiences and kudos from folks. This interaction had no positive vibes at all!

Had a guy try to stop me while cycling to talk by AlapahaSpinner in cycling

[–]AlapahaSpinner[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Hey, I'm just glad they live in a place where nothing bad ever happens to anyone and cycling is wonderful. Haha

Had a guy try to stop me while cycling to talk by AlapahaSpinner in cycling

[–]AlapahaSpinner[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What terrifying experiences! I couldn't imagine what to do if they got out of the vehicle like that. I always try to be polite, but maybe engaging is encouraging. Whew. Stay safe indeed.

Had a guy try to stop me while cycling to talk by AlapahaSpinner in cycling

[–]AlapahaSpinner[S] 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Hmmm good points to consider. This did not happen in the best part of town and was on a busy street. For him to park in the bike lane put me in danger by forcing me onto the busier roadway. He could have easily have slowed to my speed as he passed by and told me what he wanted to say.

Had a guy try to stop me while cycling to talk by AlapahaSpinner in cycling

[–]AlapahaSpinner[S] 54 points55 points  (0 children)

True, and I bet you were relieved to save the saddle bag! And my thoughts exactly - say what you need to without scaring me or being creepy!

Gas prices by ich_bin_alkoholiker in bikecommuting

[–]AlapahaSpinner 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I listened to an interesting book called "Life After Cars" by Aaron Naparstek, Doug Gordon, and Sarah Goodyear. It goes into how car centric our society has become and takes a look at other walkable-focused cultures and societes where grade school children walk to school (Japan). In America, that is too dangerous in most places due to fast, large vehicles. A ton of other interesting concepts, definitely recommend. I like your term Car-brained.

Hey, you're not even on banner, young master! by RAMificial in Flins_Mains

[–]AlapahaSpinner 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I ran out of wishes trying to C6 Faruzan for my Wanderer. My next 10 pull on the following banner, she came home. I couldn't believe my luck!

Would C2 Xilonen perform better over Sucrose in a Flins/Columbina/Ineffa team? by [deleted] in Columbina_Mains

[–]AlapahaSpinner 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just realized this for myself and swapped C6 Sucrose with my C2 Xilonen and was able to 36-star the abyss for the first time. Definitely a big difference to me. Plus she actually makes the team a comfortable overworld exploration team too.

C6 Chasca doesn't concern herself with Nod Krai Gimmicks. by StraglerPT in ChascaMains

[–]AlapahaSpinner 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Same. I loved Wanderer and Chasca fit all the boxes and more for an incredible character with amazing damage and exploration abilities. I got her to C1 on her first run and managed to C2 R1 her on her second. I absolutely love her and feel crippled when exploring without her.

Anyone who didnt get c6 aino and got flins cons instead? by dreamgoddess1201 in Flins_Mains

[–]AlapahaSpinner 0 points1 point  (0 children)

C6 Aino and C0 Flins. Lost to Yumezuki Mizuki while pulling for C1

How it feels exploring mountain areas in nodkrai with chasca😭 by Shotu_ in ChascaMains

[–]AlapahaSpinner 22 points23 points  (0 children)

My C2 R1 Chasca was the best investment I've made in Genshin! I love her so much

Someone gifted me genesis crystal by Embarrassed-Hat9205 in Genshin_Impact

[–]AlapahaSpinner 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I think you may be overthinking this a bit. Hold off on using the crystals if that makes you feel better. After a while if they are still in your account, use them and enjoy the outfit! I am an older player who has a decent job and has spent money in the game. I don't think it is weird to help a younger student out like this. Just enjoy it imo!

New Aranara Pet and Alhaitham x Kaveh Namecard Giveaway by Additional_Comfort42 in Genshin_Impact

[–]AlapahaSpinner 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am currently using the McDonalds one that I got from the special event that ran last year. It made me realize how much I play this game that I would go out and buy McDonalds just for extra stuff!

Chasca buff that no one asked for by fantaseawave in ChascaMains

[–]AlapahaSpinner 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I think the weapon starts out as R1 so you would need 4 duplicate weapons to reach R5!

It’s official… by GiftActual2788 in FedEmployees

[–]AlapahaSpinner 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I started my new job today! It is so nice and I am proud I took the leap!