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From: "The Last Best Place"
Bikes: 2005 Trek Pilot 5.0, 2001 Specialized Sirrus Pro, Kona Lava Dome, Raleigh hardtail converted to commuter, 87 Takara steel road bike, 2008 Trek Soho
While a head check is certainly not a bad idea before a maneuver, it really isn't necessary. We have learned the habit because of the blind spot in vehicles whose mirrors are stationary. A movable mirror has no blind spot. I use helmet mounted mirrors or the Take-A-Look when not using a helmet. They are extremely effective. I think you just need to use them more until you figure it out.
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