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Re: Fighting tailgaters

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From: Jim
Date: Thu, 23 Jul 1998 00:00
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DPH wrote:

> I gave it some thought, and I think I know a device that could discourage
> taligaters and still not cause accidents or be otherwise illegal.
>
> A device that would dispense a _small_ stream of sand from the back of your car
> that would impinge on a car following too closely would likely cause the
> tailgater to back off.  It would not damage his car or cause him to swerve and
> have an accident, as he couldn't see it coming.  It wouldn't upset a motorcycle,
> either (but maybe its tailgating rider <G>).
>
> Any thoughts?
>
> DPH


 Any decent motorcycle rider would not tailgate.  but there is also a problem with
cars tailgating motorcycles.  (another story).
Actually the worst is when you are trying to change lanes and speed up to move
over.  The car in front of you decides to apply brakes for no other reason that to
keep you from tailgating.  My thoughts are, keep an eye on the mirrors and be aware
of your surroundings.  I do this whether I drive my pickup or my GoldWing.

Jim
'80 GL1100
'92 Chevy truck
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Date: 1998/07/23
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