I think zaccus and OmarIsmail are on the right track. Re: zaccus - Google the "Idaho stop." The folks in Idaho got it right: cyclists should slow down at stop

I think zaccus and OmarIsmail are on the right track. Re: zaccus - Google the "Idaho stop." The folks in Idaho got it right: cyclists should slow down at stop sign intersections and come to a full stop (with foot on ground) if a car got there first; otherwise proceed through with caution. As far as red lights in a crowded city like SF -- sorry you gotta stop like everyone else. Re: OmarIsmail - We cyclists can do a better job. It's all about showing respect to everyone, ESPECIALLY pedestrians. Get off your bike and walk if necessary to not spook them. Overall I would say that Scott Simon got a raw deal. There ARE a lot of jerks on bicycles and it is just plain honesty to say so.