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Originally Posted by david58
I do ride slower - even if I don't really "override" my headlights, visibility just isn't as good, and there are hazards like ninja cyclists, ninja jogger, deer, etc., that I can't see from a distance like during the day. I figure my 35 minute trip to work takes about an extra 10 minutes in the dark.
Yeah, that would make sense... but in my case, I don't go that fast anyway (about 15mph cruising speed), and my usual commute is lit with street lights, so I don't really feel like I need to slow. But maybe I'm subconsciously aware of greater danger and slowing down.
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