Sidewalk rage

Sidewalk rage, also known as pedestrian rage or pedestrian aggressiveness syndrome, is aggressive behavior exhibited by pedestrians in crowded urban areas.[1][2] It can be directed at other pedestrians, cyclists, or drivers,[3] often triggered by slow walkers. See preferred walking speed.[3][4][5]

See also

  • Bike rage, form of road rage involving cyclists
  • Carwalking, act of walking across a stationary car
  • Road rage, aggressive or angry behavior in road traffic
  • Sidewalk cycling, controversial practice of riding bicycles on sidewalks or footpaths

References

  1. ^ "Get Out of My Way, You Jerk!". Wall Street Journal. Retrieved 2025-06-09.
  2. ^ "'Sidewalk Rage': Yes, It's A Real Concept". NPR. Retrieved 2025-06-09.
  3. ^ a b "Sidewalk rage percolated by cyclists, cars and smartphones". The Globe and Mail. Retrieved 2025-06-09.
  4. ^ "Seen At 11: In A Crowded City, 'Sidewalk Rage' Is A Common Occurrence". CBS News. Retrieved 2025-06-09.
  5. ^ "Do you have 'sidewalk rage'?". The Week. Retrieved 2025-06-09.
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