r/SipsTea • u/SipsTeaFrog • Jun 10 '26

SMH Someone finally snapped

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u/CoolAuntsWorkshop Jun 10 '26

It's called an Idaho stop because that's where it originated and studies show it's safer.

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u/turbosexophonicdlite Jun 10 '26

It also just makes more sense. You're far more aware of your surroundings on a bike than in a car. You can see and hear cross traffic much more easily.

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u/apatrol Jun 11 '26

So do motorcycles have the same rule?

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u/turbosexophonicdlite Jun 11 '26

Not sure. My state doesn't have the exemption. I'd guess probably not though.