I know that some cops can be very biased against cyclists... thinking that we're all militant anti-establishment terrorists or something, but it's been my experience (thus far) that as long as you ride safely and smartly, they leave you alone. Well, except for Cycle Right season, perhaps.

There's a Police Biking post on TreeHugger.com right now that points readers towards the International Police Mountain Bike Association, which makes the point that bike cops are cheaper than their automotive counterparts, as well as more connected to the community. I know I am more likely to talk to a cop on a bike than one in a police car. Part of me may be afraid the car cop may try to run me over! I'm kidding! (sort of).

Actually, I looove seeing cops on bikes here in Toronto. Not only do they seem to get the attention of car drivers more than the rest of us, but it's also interesting watching them ride... whether it's side by side on a busy street (they don't get honked at... surprise, surprise!), or filtering through traffic, it's kind of neat to see cops out there... with the rest of us.

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