Old 12-21-15 | 03:24 PM
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Marc40a
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Originally Posted by Marc40a
I've been using reflective-backed gloves for the benefit of signaling when someone is behind me at night - for example, I were to take the lane and then make an upcoming left.

I have no doubt they can see the glove and it keeps them from trying to pass me on the left.

For drivers approaching head on, I don't rely on the gloves.
I just wanted to clarify, that I use the glove either after I've already taken the lane in anticipation of a left turn or if the driver is yielding behind me.

I don't just throw a hand signal out and take the lane blindly.
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