Originally Posted by HardyWeinberg
Stossel's a moron.
As far as the helmets-attract-cars thing, I'd like to see that re-done w/ controls for bright tail-lights and reflective vests. I haven't noticed this so much but a coworker swears he gets buzzed much more frequently in his vest than without. That drivers are attracted to shiny objects doesn't surprise me at all.
This is just a thought, it is by no means proven in any way. But maybe the vest gives drivers more confidence in the position of the cyclist with respect to their car, thus they feel they don't need to move over as much. I know I definetly get buzzed more when I'm on my road bike all kitted out (bright orange gear) versus when I'm riding my 40 pound cruiser in street clothes. People also slow down more when they pass me on my cruiser, but that's just because my cruiser's just so damn slick.