LOL moment @ Zebra crossing in Lakeside

George Hincapie · 26 Mar 2012 at 13:31

Given that she could have mowed you both down had she chosen to, is it really hard to lift a hand in thanks? I always acknowledge the lead driver on both sides when crossing a zebra crossing. I'm not obliged to, but you're a long time in traction

arknor · 26 Mar 2012 at 13:32

its not against the law though? unlike traffic lights and zebra crossings.

btw whats the law regarding traffic lights and someone half way across the road when they turn green? cos the next perosn who beeps at me or starts reving his engine is going to get the finger

mrbios · 26 Mar 2012 at 13:34

arknor said:
so if im standing on the corner of a T junction waiting ro cross and a car is about to pull out and go around the corner but instead because im patiently waiting for him to make his move he decides to wave me across hes breaking the highway code?

This is one thing that really erks me with drivers, they all want to do their good deed for the day by allowing people to cross, but when i'm crossing the road i MUCH prefer to pick my own moment than have someone wave me on.

Only time i don't mind it is when it's a piece of road with an island in the middle and the cars are really slow moving (like start, stop sort of movement).

Dj_Jestar · 26 Mar 2012 at 13:39

mrbios said:
This is one thing that really erks me with drivers, they all want to do their good deed for the day by allowing people to cross, but when i'm crossing the road i MUCH prefer to pick my own moment than have someone wave me on.

Only time i don't mind it is when it's a piece of road with an island in the middle and the cars are really slow moving (like start, stop sort of movement).

Then don't cross :confused:

There's nothing compelling you to cross just because someone has waved you out. Simply gesture a thanks, but no thanks, by waving them on instead.

Christ almighty, has everyone forgotten how to communicate with fellow humans?!

mrbios · 26 Mar 2012 at 13:42

Dj_Jestar said:
Then don't cross

There's nothing compelling you to cross just because someone has waved you out. Simply gesture a thanks, but no thanks, by waving them on instead.

Christ almighty, has everyone forgotten how to communicate with fellow humans?!

It's not that you can just say yes or no, I'll happily say no, except it just makes you feel a bit stupid trying to communicate through a windsheild with hand signals while the dope holds up traffic.

mrk · 26 Mar 2012 at 13:45

mrbios said:
It's not that you can just say yes or no, I'll happily say no, except it just makes you feel a bit stupid trying to communicate through a windsheild with hand signals while the dope holds up traffic.

But the person stood there like a berk is the one being silly surely

Come on man, communication and courtesy, basic stuff!

Participant · 26 Mar 2012 at 13:49

When you decline an invitation to cross from a motorist they always look at you like you've just pooed on the pavement.

Gilly · 26 Mar 2012 at 14:16

arknor said:
im not about to thank someone for doing something only because they have to either way.... the person has no choice at a zebrea crossing or a traffic light as they are forced to wait, if they had a choice we all know 90% if not more motorists wouldnt wait

They do have a choice. That one of the choices breaks the law doesn't negate it's existence.

Dj_Jestar · 26 Mar 2012 at 14:37

mrbios said:
It's not that you can just say yes or no, I'll happily say no, except it just makes you feel a bit stupid trying to communicate through a windsheild with hand signals while the dope holds up traffic.

A simple shake of the hand or wave is anything but difficult, and can be done in an instant. Alternative, walk away from edge of road. It's really not hard.

arknor · 26 Mar 2012 at 14:52

Gilly said:
They do have a choice. That one of the choices breaks the law doesn't negate it's existence.

same thing can be said about any crime like i said earlier, thank me for not robbing your house or assauting you whenever you see me in the street

Basher · 26 Mar 2012 at 14:54

arknor said:
same thing can be said about any crime like i said earlier, thank me for not robbing your house or assauting you whenever you see me in the street

Is it more effort to stop at a zebra crossing that it is not to? Came the same be said for robbing someone's house?

arknor · 26 Mar 2012 at 14:58

Basher said:
Is it more effort to stop at a zebra crossing that it is not to? Came the same be said for robbing someone's house?

is it more effort for me to
A push you out the way
B walk around you.

on a busy high street do you thank everyone who doesnt get in your way?

Steedie · 26 Mar 2012 at 15:23

RomanNose said:
They are called women.

Gilly · 26 Mar 2012 at 15:25

arknor said:
is it more effort for me to
A push you out the way
B walk around you.

on a busy high street do you thank everyone who doesnt get in your way?

It's more effort for you to push me out of the way. What are you demonstrating?

Gepetto · 26 Mar 2012 at 15:37

Quick question to Arknor. Do you regard yourself as ill-mannered?

I ask because of your comments in this thread, which, to me, would indicate that you are.

Most drivers accept the fact that there is no need for them to be acknowledged for stopping at a zebra crossing and do not expect it.

Pioneer encountered an imbecile, there are a few around, but you stating that "you'd have to be retarded" to thank someone for stopping for you "as it's the law" is simply insulting.

Will Gill · 26 Mar 2012 at 15:43

Gilly said:
It's more effort for you to push me out of the way. What are you demonstrating?

Strong pedant skills

muon · 26 Mar 2012 at 16:03

Energize said:
The crossing includes the waiting area by the side of the road, not just the road itself, otherwise no one could ever cross because who's going to walk into the road when cars are driving across it?

Exactly, I'm not going to cross onto a zebra crossing without even a hint the car is slowing down.

hurfdurf · 26 Mar 2012 at 16:37

wozzizname said:
Maybe I'm from a bygone generation, but I always wave an acknowledgement to drivers who stop for me at a Zebra crossing, and appreciate if pedestrians do the same for me when I'm driving.

It seems good manners aren't fashionable these days.

+1

Lot of sperg lords on here with the attitude "if its MY RIGHT to cross then why should I say thank you?!?!"

nick5466 · 26 Mar 2012 at 16:52

Already posted above

Narj · 26 Mar 2012 at 16:53

Evoss said:
I always pop my hand up to say thank you if anyone lets me go. Manners cost nothing...

This. Doesn't hurt and seems the done thing to me. If anything, it says "thanks for not being an inconsiderate douche!"