not resolvedDriver turned left across a road club ride at around 6.10 tonight.
I was cycling the other way at 12mph. Seemed to be around 30 bikes going in Easterly direction at 25mph + - same as traffic flow. Most were two abreast to keep road space short. Drivers generally seemed not worried (or deferred to being outnumbered!)
One driver then slowed and forced a left turn into Meadowfield Gardens. This forced several members of the club to brake and go round the corner. He was quickly 'boxed off' and unable to move his car.
I can't really comment on whether there was some pre-amble to this incident.
I was then amazed to see the (middle aged) driver leave his vehicle and challenge one rider to a fight. He actually ran after one bike which was just trickling along at 3mph - the rider suggesting that the 'guilty party' should give up driving as he obviously hadn't checked his mirrors.
Needless to say other road users were slowing down to have a look. Sure some would not approve as the sight of 'mass cyclists' always annoys drivers.
I was late for a cycling appointment so didn't hang around. Maybe someone else can tell us more.
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