Fighting fires isn't dangerous enough, I guess.
This accident could have been avoided, and on the cyclists part, IMHO, seems downright suicidal. Allow me to point out one thing in the article that is false, it's not a bike lane, there is no signage reminding drivers of possible activities (except no parking). It's also a 55mph zone, and 4pm is high time for traffic. The accident location happens to be right in front of my brothers place. It's dangerous leaving his driveway anytime of day, as it is a blind curve. A vehicle that blows a tire could take you out when checking the mail box. I've always been extra cautious, in a car or not, near this section of roadway.
I guess what bothers me is that I could have been the one that pegged the guy, and be in jail for another's stupidity. Unfortunately, I see similar behavior everyday, and I thought the Lance and dope thing would discourage certain behavior. Guess I was wrong.
Official: Firefighter in bicycle crash remains critical | www.statesman.com