Originally Posted by
wolfchild
Any experienced winter cyclist should expect black ice, it common sense that winter will produce black ice when you least expect it. Even if you don't see the black ice at least take some precautions and be prepared for it. Don't slam your brakes hard at the last second and don't take corners at crazy insane speeds when there is a risk of black ice or when the road conditions are slick.
Right, I'm not making excuses for anybody, I'm defining the difference from ice and black ice. Black ice is not easily seen, you need to know the conditions that cause it and be cautious, like you said.