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I just read the story about the accident on the Altamont that cost the passenger of the motorcycle her life, and I have to say the anger I saw was discouraging. I have loved motorcycles since I was a tot, and I accept the risk I put myself into every time I ride, and share the road with others, because I love my bike. While it is unfortunate that a life was lost, and that someone else's negligence cost that life, it needs to be mentioned that she was right where she wanted to be... ON THE BIKE.
It sounds as though the man who was responsible for the accident will be stored in one of our prison's very shortly. It also sounds as though that is where he belongs.
I do think this situation points out the need for a passing lane in that section of roadway, as it is very clear that whether it is legal or not, people will continue to pass other drivers. I know the expense will be high, but what expense is incurred in airlifting accident victims from this area? I know that I see trucks traveling this roadway, in order to escape the wind the freeway has, or to reach the landfill. They usually travel at a slow speed, safe for them, but frustrating to commuters. I wonder why the option of a passing lane has not been explored...
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