Rules of the Walkway
Almost like being in the wrong place at the wrong time. Anyone who has fallen behind a slower person on a busy sidewalk will question what could have been done to avoid the situation. Fortunately I have come up with a polite way to pass slow walkers, while still avoiding people walking in the opposite direction.
- Get off the sidewalk, walk around the person, re-enter the sidewalk at desired speed.
Now many people may think, "I could've thought of that," or even, "It's too muddy to do that." Well, in situations where any terrain other than sidewalk is just not doable I suggest this:
- Wait until there is NO TRAFFIC coming from the opposite direction and then pass the person quickly and politely.
This method can be very dangerous though. If you are unable to get ahead of the slow person before the traffic builds up again you will look like an idiot. I say this because as soon as trouble comes you will have to either back off (shot to the pride), or try to get right up in the slow walker's business, almost knocking them off the sidewalk (rude). This is why I must point out it is sometimes better to just patiently wait behind the slow walker to avoid humiliation.
Im hoping this has helped you. And now that you've been educated on sidewalk policies you will sow kindness to the next poor soul who tries to pass you in heavy traffic. If, like in my case, you find yourself being passed while you're the one behind the slow walker just allow the speed demon to pass on.
Thank You For Your Interest In Our New Slow People Protection Program (SPPP).
-Blake J.
Senior Director
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