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Old 11-12-25 | 09:30 AM
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From: New York, NY, and High Falls, NY, USA

Bikes: 1962 Rudge Sports, 1971 Raleigh Super Course, 1971 Raleigh Pro Track, 1974 Raleigh International, 1975 Viscount Fixie, 1982 McLean, 1996 Lemond (Ti), 2002 Burley Zydeco tandem

Yesterday was colder than in a long time, hinting at what winter is like. It was windy, too. I didn't ride, but I mentally braced myself for riding in winter.

Today is a little less cold, and I did commute in. I was fine, of course.

On the bike path, I heard a bell from behind and to my left. I made sure I was far to the right and turned my head for an instant to show I knew the cyclist was there. As he passed, he turned his back and said, "that taillight is so bright it hurts." I said, "OK I'm sorry." I think I have it at the lowest setting but I'll check. It was daytime. Wouldn't he need to keep his gaze on my light for it to hurt? Still, I don't want to hurt anyone so I'll do what I can. It's a Cygolite Hotshot 350 so yes it can get very bright.
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