Originally Posted by
dynodonn
All the warnings about large truck blind spots and bicyclist no zone are a moot point if the large truck driver decides to operate their vehicle in a negligent, unsafe, and uncaring manner as shown in the OP video link.
As
vol suggested, awareness of vehicles, blind spots, and visibility is very important.
Had the cyclist realized she was in a dangerous spot, and adjusted her speed appropriately, she could have gotten out of the blind spot, and to a place where she could have seen the truck's movements in time to react.
I'm not sure I would exclude the entire area behind the truck. A tight draft may be dangerous, but hang back a few feet, and a bicycle should have better stopping distance than a truck in good pavement conditions.