Woo hoo I finally graduated!

Got up on the freeway this morning and it was dead stop due to a minor accident. I wedged my way over to the middle lane and was able to split between the fast lane and the middle lane (3 lane section of freeway). I went 3 exits (about 3 miles) before the traffic broke

I was nervous and a bit slow but I think I did pretty well for my first time. I did let a few other bikes pass me but following them gave me a bit more confidence.

 

Good for you.. I dont like doin it often due to some of the cages being scarry.. It sure does save time and agravation tho..

 

It's illegal here in MA. Not that I'd do it anyway, but......

 

I figure if the traffic is moving at 30 mph or better I probably won't bother...but the traffic was pretty much stopped so I thought it was a good time to try it. Only one place was it a bit tight with a slowly weaving work truck.

 

congrats! and double congrats on keeping an eye on your six and letting faster splitters pass.

 

Way to go Bluerose!! I just try to keep as alert as possible and always be prepared to stop. If you rev the engine a little, many driver's will open up your path.

 

I gotta say that even if it was allowed in Missouri no way I go there...IMO your just asking for a problem. More power (and prayers) to those that do, you've got bigger nads than I'll ever have.

 

I don't know. I lived in San Diego for 17 years and always stuck to one of my rules: I don't put my bike where I wouldn't put my car. It's worked for me so far.

 

Good for you BlueRose! When the cages can't move, there's not much risk.

 

Before the Lane splitting wars start.

I don't think you are goingto see me jamming at 50 mph between lanes. I do however see the benefits in some situations.

I do see both sides but honestlyI think if done properly its reasonable and no more dangerous then some of the other types of riding we do.