09-01-2019, 01:14 PM
(09-01-2019, 11:01 AM)Stichill_imp Wrote: Different distractions, same problem: people are bored with driving and want something else to do besides pay attention to their surroundings.
My wife and I took a weekend getaway in the roadster. On the way home today, we saw a grizzled old guy drive past us in a small economy car, a bright blue can tipped up to his lips. I said to Mrs. Stichill, "That dude's drinking Bud Light at 10:30 in the morning." She said, "Really? Are you sure it wasn't an energy drink?" Just then, he turned right onto a divided highway. He cut the corner short and slammed in and out of a corner pothole created by semi trailers.
Mrs. Stichill: "OK, I guess it was Bud Light."
I don't know about KY, but in GA it was common to see drivers (e.g. in pick-up trucks) tossing back a few tall boys. They'd crack one open while turning the ignition key. Really in your face moments.
I later learned from locals (I was not from 'round there) that it was okay to drink and drive so long you were not drunk. However, if caught, the punishment was severe by GA state law.
Not sure what else to say. "Riders beware while cruising GA"?