I know many of us have been in accidents while riding in the city - whether commuting to work or touring through a city. But how many have actually been hit by a car while out on the open road - either touring or out for a day ride in the country?

I ask this because people don't seem to think much about riding their bike around town, but when we say we tour, they freak out. It seems to me that it is much safer on the open road than it is in town, but I might be wrong there...