Originally Posted by
squirtdad
what are you using for daytime lights?
I am big on having front (1100+ lumen) and back (350 lumen) blinking lights. (am partial to cygolite brand) and I wear bright gear
I have had drivers note how visible I am stop lights...and in a good way not snarky
People really don't get how invisible cyclists can be in say a patch of shade
that said I also pretty much assume drivers will not signal and will do stupid things....especially if it is close to a school at the start or end of the school day
Glad you are not seriously hurt on this one......
Some years ago I was sitting at a stop light in a rural area. A guy on a motorcycle pulled next to me. While we were waiting, he told me that the only thing he saw as he approached me was my flashing tail light. The highlighter yellow gloves, jacket with reflectors, and rest of my kit all blended into the tree line.
So, do as the motorcyclists always preach - ride like you are invisible to everyone else.