Lack of awareness is certainly one of the biggest problems facing cyclists today. It's especially bad in Michigan, where the auto lobby seems to rule, and any kind of policy that supports alternative transportation is frowned upon. I consider myself, and my fellow cyclists that follow the law and ride in the street to be pioneers. We are blazing a trail through the motorized jungle. At present, we are putting our lives at increased risk. But every mile that we travel on the road will bring greater awareness and visibility of the cycling community. The act of getting on a bicycle, and choosing not to get in a motorized vehicle is a radical and subversive step which hopefully will lead to a world in which the next generation can travel sustainably AND safely.