"When you have eliminated all which is impossible, then whatever remains, however improbable, must be the truth." -- Sherlock Holmes.
You ride in the lane. You go as fast as you can, you try to be as conspicuous as possible, and you repeat to yourself that rear end fatal collisions are incredibly rare for cyclists. You position yourself far enough to the left that there is no doubt among overtaking motorists that you wish that they change lanes to pass you.
I don't find conditions like this particularly pleasant.
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