I commute by bike and yes I blow stop signs and traffic lights. If there is a car in the intersection I will stop for 4 ways. I always proceed with caution.
On the other hand. People who are in cars who pass me with inches to spare are upsetting. Most people are bad at judging distance and speed.
I ride like I am invisible and just expect drivers to not see me.
Ah, someone who understands rules of the road.
Was it confusing to you that the article says the biker did not stop for the “pedestrian” stop light? I mean, bikes are vehicles, not pedestrians. Bikers obey vehicle rules when on the road. There should be no reason for him to stop...unless they meant it was a bike trail or the biker was using the walkway.
I have little doubt that the biker is at fault, but wish the article was clearer.
I also commute by bike, 30 mile round trip about 20-25% of the working days of the year.
While I appreciate your honesty, it is frustrating and disappointing to hear your cavalier approach to trafffic regulations.
Same road, same rules, same rights.
Clipping out and back in won't kill you, and you set a bad example when you flout the rules.