Originally Posted by Steve B.

My experience is that drivers and pedestrians yield more frequently when I am using the front flasher. I see less cars pulling out of driveways and shopping malls as well as fewer cars attempting left hooks. ...2 years real world experiences that it seems to make a difference.

And as answer to Andy, distracting and annoying to whom ?. The motorist about to run you over ?. Too friggin bad. If it helps me be seen it's doing it's job.