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[–] IdontplaytheTrombone@lemmy.world 6 points 1 day ago (2 children)

Depends on where you are. 10 over on some roads is crazy, but there are many roads where 20 over is still fine.

[–] cynar@lemmy.world 1 points 1 day ago

I would be wary of those roads. I've ran across several that seem like national, or 50 roads, yet limited a lot lower. Generally, there is a hidden danger on that stretch. The classic being a blind junction joining, or a school kicking out nearby. It won't be obvious, unless you are familiar with the area.

At the same time, i also know of a 30 limit on an otherwise national road. It's along the stretch in front of a previous Mayer's house.

[–] blackn1ght@feddit.uk 5 points 1 day ago (1 children)

I'd say 10 over on any 30mph zone is crazy. These are usually in built up areas so there's no excuse for it.

but there are many roads where 20 over is still fine.

Can't say I agree. National speed limit is either 60 or 70mph depending on the road and I wouldn't want to do 20mph over on either.

[–] Jakeroxs@sh.itjust.works 0 points 1 day ago

There's a road near where I live that is 35, it's a two lane road both ways with a median, everyone regularly goes 45.