Conflicts Involving Critical Mass
There have been many conflicts during Critical Mass bicycling events resulting in injuries, property damage, and arrests. Both bicyclists and motorized vehicle drivers have been victims. Critics say that Critical Mass, a bicycling advocacy event held primarily in large metropolitan cities, is a deliberate attempt to obstruct automotive traffic and disrupt normal city functions, since individuals taking part refuse to obey traffic laws.
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