rahyt huk
Noun, Verb
Right Hook is when a cyclist passes another on the right.
Example usage: 'I was passing the runner up ahead on the left, when I had to execute a Right Hook to avoid a collision.'
Most used in: Duathlon cycling races.
Most used by: Experienced cyclists.
Popularity: 8/10.
Comedy Value: 5/10.
Also see: 1 Overlap, 2 Pass Left-Turn Right, 3 Cut Off, 4 Squeeze Through,
What is a Right Hook?
A right hook is a dangerous cycling maneuver that occurs when a car turns right into the path of a cyclist who is going straight. This type of crash is especially dangerous because the cyclist has no warning that the car is turning and is usually unable to avoid the collision.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, right hook crashes are the second most common type of bicycle-motor vehicle crash in the United States. In 2017, there were over 2,800 right hook crashes reported nationally. These crashes resulted in over 1,200 cyclists being injured and over 30 fatalities.
Cyclists should be aware of their surroundings and anticipate the possibility of a car turning right in front of them. Always ride with caution, stay alert, and be prepared to take evasive action if necessary.
.The Origin of the Cycling Term 'Right Hook'
The cycling term 'right hook' has been used since the early 2000s, when it was first coined in the San Francisco Bay Area. It is used to describe an incident in which a cyclist is cut off or hit by a motorist when turning right at an intersection.
The term was popularized by the San Francisco Bicycle Coalition in 2002, when they used it to describe an incident in which a cyclist was hit by a motorist making a right turn. Since then, the term has been used by cyclists and cycling advocacy groups around the world.
Although 'right hook' is most commonly used to refer to incidents involving cyclists, it is also occasionally used to describe similar incidents involving pedestrians or other vehicles. Regardless of the context, the term is a reminder to all road users of the importance of being aware of their surroundings.
