Originally Posted by
myrridin
To assume that a cyclist is more aware than a motor vehicle operator is by no means assured. Ipods, cycle computers, natural distractions, etc... Given that the operators of cars and bicycles are both human beings, there is no reason to believe there would be any differences in the likelihood that they will get distracted...
All of these potential distractions are available to car drivers and bike riders. But cyclists have more sensory data coming at them, in a much more salient way. It's absurd to assume that the average cyclist isn't more aware of their surroundings than the average driver. I'll believe otherwise when I see evidence that says as much, but extraordinary claims require extraordinary proof.
Plus, the sky hasn't fallen in Idaho.