(Pronounced: '
bike-a-list') - Someone who rides a bicycle for both leisure and commuting purposes but with no understanding of or total disregard for the rules of the
road/traffic laws. One who doesn’t use the proper
hand signals when turning/slowing/stopping. A person who does not wear a
helmet (or wear it properly). A person who chooses to
act as a pedestrian when it suits him/her (i.e. riding on sidewalks, pathways, etc.). Someone who was simply given a bike by their
parents and taught no rules or considerations.
Opposite of: Cyclist (– Someone who rides a bicycle for both leisure and commuting purposes while observing the rules of the
road/traffic laws (very similar to those of motorized vehicles). One who pays close attention to his/her surroundings while riding and is respectful to the balance between vehicular and cyclist traffic. Some one who is fed up with having bikelists give them a bad reputation.)