Avoid it or take the lane going uphill. Using a mirror will make you feel better about where the cars are.
When you go uphill, is the sun to your back, or in your face? If it your face at 5 pm, you have extra dangers... you're backlit, cars can't see you as well
Do you wear very bright colors? If not, you should. Try a safety vest.
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Peter Wang, LCI
Houston, TX USA