I never said a word about visibility or safety, but just about comfort and riding pain-free as a matter of course. And yes, I do ride a taller bent but it's a different looking bike than all of the DFs out there that it gets attention from motorists on that basis. But ultimately I avoid traffic as much as possible. I do know that for myself after having back surgery 18 years ago for a herniated disc that I would not be riding a bike today if I hadn't by chance discovered recumbents.