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Bikes: Scott CR1-Gary Fisher Sugar-Litespeed Ultimate

Originally Posted by John C. Ratliff
I have avoided several right hooks on my Rans Stratus, as I can see the driver much more easily than on an upright bicycle. Situational awareness on a recumbant is easier, as we are not looking to the ground, but around. Mirrors work better too for over-the-seat steering.

Yes, the LWB recumbant can stop very quickly, as we don't need to worry about going over the handlebars.

John
Thats interesting, I thought a drawback to the recumbant would be that they are lower and auto drivers would be less likely to see them. John is saying it is more important for him to see them.
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