I tried to post this once already but I think I mucked it up, so sorry if it appears twice ... anyway, coming home tonight a teenage lad walked out in front of me without looking, and I only avoided hitting him because I shouted a warning just in time. The response from the man with him (the boy's father, I think) was 'f*** off you stupid *****'. I didn't stop because I thought I might get assaulted, in fact the thing upsetting me most right now is the fact this guy was close enough to shove me off the bike if he felt like it. In my neighbourhood verbal abuse for female cyclists is an occupational hazard, but I was particularly shaken by this incident and I'd be grateful for any advice or support. Thanks.