your logic I agree with completely.
my first two hits on Google say opposite conclusions. Not sure who the definitive source would be.
Uphill people are usually happy to stop, so why is "the rule" for them to keep going? The rule of uphill having the right of way seems more appropriate for heavily laden trucks with small engines.
In practice, trail terrain, who gets there first, or just simple courtesy usually takes precedent.
It always amazes me when a group of 6 hikers (going in any direction) pulls over to the side for a solo hiker. Makes no sense.
