If it is any consolation, you are not the only ones. We do both hiking and biking on the trail. The trail has more than a few reckless bicyclists. Over the years, we saw numerous "near misses" of bicyclists nearly hitting people who were traveling on foot, including some who didn't get out of their way fast enough because they were taking photos of the Howard Tunnel before the bikes appeared. Many do not announce themselves when they approach from behind; which has scared some of the elderly folks who were strolling along. They ride 15 or MPH while trying to squeeze in between pedestrians in front of them and bikes coming the opposite way. Some don't yield to horses but just weave in and out of them! We pull to the opposite side and stop if horses are approaching, or call out from about 30 or more ft. back if we are coming up from behind, and wait for the rider to tell us that we may pass. They say how much they appreciate it because hardly anyone else does that for them! Not all bicyclists are rude. But, a lot ride like they are in training for the Tour de France. I don't care if they want to ride fast. We do too. But, they don't want anyone in their way and they won't slow down. They forget what a hand-brake is.

sounds like you ran into one of the many no life losers who frequent the trail, his intention was probably to keep you from enjoying the trail as a family,(sounds like it worked) probably because he doesnt have one and would like to keep the trail full of loner/losers, probably wearing tights no dought