I do a commute back from work about 4 times a year. Problem is the town/City of Brighton. Too many drivers in a hurry trying to get out of junctions. I normally have to avoid about 3 or 4 cars that pull out on me. Not last time though. Middle of the day and lots of traffic about- but I had my very expensive "Use" Lamp on the bike set to flashing mode. This is a twin 5w LED that is bright. I even had to wonder why cars that could have pulled out of the junction safely- did not. The answer was easy- They saw me.
A bright lamp set to flash on the bike- whether front or rear- will get noticed. Unfortunately- Good bright lamps are expensive.
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