I ride as safely as possible, on streets I have chosen for my commute that are wide in pavement and thin in traffic, and I wear yellow and use 4 lights. I personally feel that it is safer than driving a car. And that is even before I consider the weight loss, lower blood pressure, lower stress, better sleep and other health benefits.

We can't do much about the DUI's and texters (except vocally support our law enforcement), but they are as likely to hit you when driving as cycling. Watch for turning traffic and much of the risk is lessened.