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Old 11-13-08 | 09:54 AM
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Originally Posted by CommuterRun
I use hand signals. Right Turn-straight out to the right, Left Turn-straight out to the left, Lane Change-pointing out and down to whichever side I'm changing to. Very big, very visible and very clear signals. Another blinky light on the back of my bike would probably go completely unnoticed.
that's the way I roll too.
I'm also trying to find or create a jersey with largely identified reflective striping (2" wide stripes or so) all the way down the arms, etc.
so when I stick my arm out, people see it.
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Old 11-13-08 | 07:45 PM
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Originally Posted by Caleab
that's the way I roll too.
I'm also trying to find or create a jersey with largely identified reflective striping (2" wide stripes or so) all the way down the arms, etc.
so when I stick my arm out, people see it.
Check out these safety vests. they aren't very expensive, but highly visible.

https://www.galeton.com/browsecat.asp?CategoryID=34
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Old 11-13-08 | 10:32 PM
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My Class 3 safety shirt has reflective tape on the sleeves and work just fine for turn signaling.
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