While I've never actually resorted to shoves, I have occasionally just stopped and waited while 3 people take up the entire footpath, until one of them suddenly

While I've never actually resorted to shoves, I have occasionally just stopped and waited while 3 people take up the entire footpath, until one of them suddenly realises they're about to make contact when they're a foot away and has to jump. (I don't think I'm being _that_ unreasonable either, given that I'd have to step into the road to avoid them). On a more general note, my personal theory is that eye contact has a lot to do with it, subconsciously or otherwise. I tend to walk while scanning around a lot, and people will never acknowledge my existence (perhaps they perceive that I've seen them and will be the one to take evasive action). If I steadfastly refuse to acknowledge them though, such as look in the direction of my companion the entire time, they'll usually adjust their direction. Sometimes I'll alternate strategies, just to see how consistent it is. This probably makes me a "rager" as defined in the article, or maybe just an arsehole.