Originally Posted by Seattle Forrest

​​​​​​That's something a lot of people say, like it's taken on a reality of its own on the internet, separate from on the road. I think it's another of the two kinds of people like you mentioned earlier. If you use the Varia in traffic, it's just immediately obvious how it's helpful. It's another tool in the bag of situational awareness, and as soon as you see the guy double parked a block ahead that you'll need to go around, the thing is just great to have.

Also the way the flash changes to get drivers attention is probably a good safety benefit.