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Old 11-15-11 | 09:30 PM
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Originally Posted by david58
I still use the helmet light for visibility, so I can toss the light toward cars coming in from side streets. It doesn't help me see that well, but I believe it makes me more visible. I try to be obnoxiously visible as much as possible.
I agree on the use of a helmet light for everything but in fog or precipitation. It effectively blinds you. The heavier the fog or precipitation, the worse the back reflection becomes. You just have to be a bit more vigilant without it.
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