And then watch all the cars go whizzing by me like I'm up on jacks.
Don't people worry about the highway patrol anymore?
Don't people worry about the highway patrol anymore?
Set my cruise control to 65
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If you have good, watchful eyes you don't need to worry about highway patrol
People are just in a hurry to get no where.
I always get a good laugh when people fly past me in city just to catch up with them at the next stop light.
I always get a good laugh when people fly past me in city just to catch up with them at the next stop light.
Originally Posted By: Merkava_4
And then watch all the cars go whizzing by me like I'm up on jacks.
Don't people worry about the highway patrol anymore?
Last Saturday night I went home from San Diego on I5 North, I set cruise control of my E430 to 78-79 MPH and speed limit is 65 MPH, I was on third lane from the left and CHP (California Highway Patrol) passed me on the right at more than 85 MPH. He was looking for speeder at 85 MPH or faster.
Yeah, 65 MPH(the sped limit) is too slow even on the right most lane. Even the bus is faster at around 75-80 MPH.
And then watch all the cars go whizzing by me like I'm up on jacks.
Don't people worry about the highway patrol anymore?
Last Saturday night I went home from San Diego on I5 North, I set cruise control of my E430 to 78-79 MPH and speed limit is 65 MPH, I was on third lane from the left and CHP (California Highway Patrol) passed me on the right at more than 85 MPH. He was looking for speeder at 85 MPH or faster.
Yeah, 65 MPH(the sped limit) is too slow even on the right most lane. Even the bus is faster at around 75-80 MPH.
I was on a road once with my wife, the sign said end speed limit. At 112mph a group of bike like mine walked away at least going 40 over my speed. And yes I know what the sign means. I wish we had the blessed circle with three skinny gray diagonal lines through it. The most fun road sign. But I'm in the U.S.
A few years ago now I was out on a run on a bike and I was doing somewhere north of 250kph and a car came past me so fast all I could say was it was green and had the Audi 4 rings on it. Speed limit was 120.
Speed limits are arbitrary in some countries (unfortunately not where I live).
Speed limits are arbitrary in some countries (unfortunately not where I live).
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The funny thing is that power to increase speed in light of drag and losses increases at around the cube of speed.
IOW, to get a little more speed you need a lot more power. And resultant fuel burn.
One would think that in CA, given horrid air quality in many places and expensive fuel prices all over, that people would have more common sense.
That said, given positive weather conditions in lots of CA, speed may be less of a safety concern... Until you get those massive pile ups...
IOW, to get a little more speed you need a lot more power. And resultant fuel burn.
One would think that in CA, given horrid air quality in many places and expensive fuel prices all over, that people would have more common sense.
That said, given positive weather conditions in lots of CA, speed may be less of a safety concern... Until you get those massive pile ups...
^ Yup you'd get there just as fast with intelligent planning, only hitting the bathroom when buying gas, not stopping for any reason until there's at least 100 miles (or better) on the trip odometer. It's just psychologically hard to be passed, as stuff not in your peripheral vision is suddenly "right there" and it triggers the "threat warning" deep in your brain.
Ten over has been the norm for a long time. I think with limits creeping up the police might be letting people get by at 15 even, at least on roads that have not gotten the bump.
Many people are oblivious. I know the spots were the cruisers might be on my commute; I would slow down in those areas. The number of cars that took no notice was surprising--but I wound up more surprised when there was a cruiser there, and they didn't care.
I would use cruise in my truck, but morons did the programming so I cannot. I drive around 62. I'm sure people love it when I'm in the middle lane, but its not my fault that the high speed lanes for tolls are on the left side.
Many people are oblivious. I know the spots were the cruisers might be on my commute; I would slow down in those areas. The number of cars that took no notice was surprising--but I wound up more surprised when there was a cruiser there, and they didn't care.
I would use cruise in my truck, but morons did the programming so I cannot. I drive around 62. I'm sure people love it when I'm in the middle lane, but its not my fault that the high speed lanes for tolls are on the left side.
No one worries when 75-80 is keeping up with traffic. Driving like you are can be dangerous to others.
Originally Posted By: bbhero
Speed up a bit grandpa !! You aint that old captain
Try say 75.. Or at least 70
If the speed limit is 65, why would you choose to be a scofflaw? When I received my license, I agreed to abide by the rules of the road, one of which was to obey the speed limit or use common sense during inclement weather, and I prefer to keep my word.
Speed up a bit grandpa !! You aint that old captain
Try say 75.. Or at least 70
If the speed limit is 65, why would you choose to be a scofflaw? When I received my license, I agreed to abide by the rules of the road, one of which was to obey the speed limit or use common sense during inclement weather, and I prefer to keep my word.
In California it's legal to drive the speed limit on the freeway but you should stay in the slow lane to allow everyone else go get past you. It may be legal to drive that slow but it can be dangerous.
And remember, if there's a group of cars spread across all lanes on the freeway blocking your progress it's your responsibility to jam up behind them and stay as close as possible. You should do this because if there's going to be an accident you don't want to be left out. And if there is no accident it's important that you get where you're going at least several seconds quicker than if you lagged behind at a reasonable and safe distance like some kind of sissy.
If you walk somewhere it's okay to fall behind your schedule a few minutes and even be polite and courteous, let someone go ahead of you and even hold a door open. When you're driving somewhere you can't afford any of that nonsense. You must absolutely stay on schedule because those seconds count. Risking your life and the lives of your family and others is a small price to pay for those precious seconds that could be lost forever.
And remember, if there's a group of cars spread across all lanes on the freeway blocking your progress it's your responsibility to jam up behind them and stay as close as possible. You should do this because if there's going to be an accident you don't want to be left out. And if there is no accident it's important that you get where you're going at least several seconds quicker than if you lagged behind at a reasonable and safe distance like some kind of sissy.
If you walk somewhere it's okay to fall behind your schedule a few minutes and even be polite and courteous, let someone go ahead of you and even hold a door open. When you're driving somewhere you can't afford any of that nonsense. You must absolutely stay on schedule because those seconds count. Risking your life and the lives of your family and others is a small price to pay for those precious seconds that could be lost forever.
Ever do the math on time saved at a given speed limit? Then compare with increased fuel costs?
Personally, I hate paying more at the pump
I have a 100 mile jog to south Jersey this morning. 65 mph vs 75 mph means I'll get there 14 minutes earlier but at a significant hit to mpg
I can receive calls in the car, discuss business with an associate that will be traveling me, have a far more relaxed drive and save a few bucks
I'm fortunate in that I'm seldom in a rush and, like I said, I hate paying for gas.
Personally, I hate paying more at the pump
I have a 100 mile jog to south Jersey this morning. 65 mph vs 75 mph means I'll get there 14 minutes earlier but at a significant hit to mpg
I can receive calls in the car, discuss business with an associate that will be traveling me, have a far more relaxed drive and save a few bucks
I'm fortunate in that I'm seldom in a rush and, like I said, I hate paying for gas.
I know the feeling. I'm a cruise at speed limit person ...
Originally Posted By: Finz
Ever do the math on time saved at a given speed limit? Then compare with increased fuel costs?
Personally, I hate paying more at the pump
I have a 100 mile jog to south Jersey this morning. 65 mph vs 75 mph means I'll get there 14 minutes earlier but at a significant hit to mpg
I can receive calls in the car, discuss business with an associate that will be traveling me, have a far more relaxed drive and save a few bucks
I'm fortunate in that I'm seldom in a rush and, like I said, I hate paying for gas.
Not being in a rush also lowers your stress level considerably. Your heart will give thanks. Leaving early to compensate is a great strategy. Aerodynamic drag increases with the square of velocity. 2X as fast, say 30mph increased to 60mph, means 4X the drag. (2 squared = 4). 3X as fast - 30mph to 90mph - means 9X the drag. (3 squared = 9) Slow down and save fuel, arrive safely. Unless, of course, you just want to go fast for fun. Speed costs money - in many different ways.
Ever do the math on time saved at a given speed limit? Then compare with increased fuel costs?
Personally, I hate paying more at the pump
I have a 100 mile jog to south Jersey this morning. 65 mph vs 75 mph means I'll get there 14 minutes earlier but at a significant hit to mpg
I can receive calls in the car, discuss business with an associate that will be traveling me, have a far more relaxed drive and save a few bucks
I'm fortunate in that I'm seldom in a rush and, like I said, I hate paying for gas.
Not being in a rush also lowers your stress level considerably. Your heart will give thanks. Leaving early to compensate is a great strategy. Aerodynamic drag increases with the square of velocity. 2X as fast, say 30mph increased to 60mph, means 4X the drag. (2 squared = 4). 3X as fast - 30mph to 90mph - means 9X the drag. (3 squared = 9) Slow down and save fuel, arrive safely. Unless, of course, you just want to go fast for fun. Speed costs money - in many different ways.
Originally Posted By: Pop_Rivit
Originally Posted By: bbhero
Speed up a bit grandpa !! You aint that old captain
Try say 75.. Or at least 70
If the speed limit is 65, why would you choose to be a scofflaw? When I received my license, I agreed to abide by the rules of the road, one of which was to obey the speed limit or use common sense during inclement weather, and I prefer to keep my word.
Because we live in a democracy, and people vote with their right foot!
Actually, it's safest to simply drive with the flow of traffic or slightly faster. Clearly stated, driving in the 90th percentile has the lowest crash risk.
Those of us who are qualified drivers (professional or accredited race car drivers) know that the safest traffic speed is generally set by the majority. It's a speed the average person is comfortable with.
As roads improve, so does safety. Even while speeds increase.
Originally Posted By: bbhero
Speed up a bit grandpa !! You aint that old captain
Try say 75.. Or at least 70
If the speed limit is 65, why would you choose to be a scofflaw? When I received my license, I agreed to abide by the rules of the road, one of which was to obey the speed limit or use common sense during inclement weather, and I prefer to keep my word.
Because we live in a democracy, and people vote with their right foot!
Actually, it's safest to simply drive with the flow of traffic or slightly faster. Clearly stated, driving in the 90th percentile has the lowest crash risk.
Those of us who are qualified drivers (professional or accredited race car drivers) know that the safest traffic speed is generally set by the majority. It's a speed the average person is comfortable with.
As roads improve, so does safety. Even while speeds increase.
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Originally Posted By: Finz
Ever do the math on time saved at a given speed limit? Then compare with increased fuel costs?
Personally, I hate paying more at the pump
I have a 100 mile jog to south Jersey this morning. 65 mph vs 75 mph means I'll get there 14 minutes earlier but at a significant hit to mpg
I can receive calls in the car, discuss business with an associate that will be traveling me, have a far more relaxed drive and save a few bucks
I'm fortunate in that I'm seldom in a rush and, like I said, I hate paying for gas.
The worst my car ever got was 40. So I drove with abandon. Especially when the trip exceeded 200 miles. I typically drive alone, with the radio off (or maybe with some classical on). So while I never ran out the costs the few minutes saved was the "gain", and it rarely was stressful.
Ever do the math on time saved at a given speed limit? Then compare with increased fuel costs?
Personally, I hate paying more at the pump
I have a 100 mile jog to south Jersey this morning. 65 mph vs 75 mph means I'll get there 14 minutes earlier but at a significant hit to mpg
I can receive calls in the car, discuss business with an associate that will be traveling me, have a far more relaxed drive and save a few bucks
I'm fortunate in that I'm seldom in a rush and, like I said, I hate paying for gas.
The worst my car ever got was 40. So I drove with abandon. Especially when the trip exceeded 200 miles. I typically drive alone, with the radio off (or maybe with some classical on). So while I never ran out the costs the few minutes saved was the "gain", and it rarely was stressful.
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I typically drive the speed limit because I got tired of giving my paycheck to insurance companies and attorneys and also being asked about stuff completely unrelated to speeding (i.e. drugs, guns, where am I coming from/going to/why am I going where I'm going, etc.) whenever I got pulled over.
The only time I ever drive over the speed limit is if I'm in the slow lane and people are flying by me. Then and only then do I speed up with the flow of traffic.
The only time I ever drive over the speed limit is if I'm in the slow lane and people are flying by me. Then and only then do I speed up with the flow of traffic.
Originally Posted By: OneEyeJack
In California it's legal to drive the speed limit on the freeway but you should stay in the slow lane to allow everyone else go get past you. It may be legal to drive that slow but it can be dangerous.
I understand what you are saying, but when expressed that way, the statements themselves border on ridiculous.
A speed limit is posted. Interpreting that speed limit according to the above is neither clear nor lawful. Unfortunately, such nonsense is probably expected in most states.
In California it's legal to drive the speed limit on the freeway but you should stay in the slow lane to allow everyone else go get past you. It may be legal to drive that slow but it can be dangerous.
I understand what you are saying, but when expressed that way, the statements themselves border on ridiculous.
A speed limit is posted. Interpreting that speed limit according to the above is neither clear nor lawful. Unfortunately, such nonsense is probably expected in most states.
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