Originally Posted by
AlmostTrick
Agreed that a drivers perception of particular cyclists is affected by how a rider looks, and especially how they ride. Not sure I agree that the spandex/jersey look is considered a positive by many drivers though... Many of the kitted riders around here are among the most inconsiderate rule breakers I've seen. That whole Group Think thing. I'd rather not be associated with them.
Very few kitted riders here. Mostly tweaked out addicts riding BSO's on the sidewalk at night in all black with no lights and carrying plastic bags of recycled bottles.