I think you forgot to actually post anything. Please try again since hi vis clothing is an important topic.
Oopsie... I think I was blinded by my (hacked) hi-vis jacket hanging in the corner
Thanks David. The flashing version of the article you posted is more visible. :)
However I found nothing surprising in the article. It tends to waffle, and partly self-contradicts itself.
There’s a risk that some cyclists eg. those with a penchant for dark clothing, will cherry pick a few points from the article to justify following peloton shades-of-black fashion, rather than common sense.
Thankfully the concluding sentences of the article do make sense. The author should have put those words at the beginning of the article.
“It’s a conclusion that Cycling UK’s summary endorses. “Research suggests that retroreflective accessories designed to make you more conspicuous in the dark – especially anything that moves when you pedal (e.g. ankle straps) – are probably worth the investment,” it says.“
Interesting, but limited value, article. Not enough said about the benefits of using multiple methods of creating greater visibility, eg light coloured clothing, plus rear (flashing) lights, plus reflective stickers, plus reflective ankle straps, is infinitely preferable to wearing dark coloured clothing at night on a narrow no shoulder road.
What Steve wrote.
I am a strong believer in a proper visy vest rated for night time use as well as the above.
For daytime use stay with bright or light coloured clothing.
On Melbourne bike paths most of the older riders are wearing yellow hi vis tops and run flashing red rear and white front lights.
When I take to residential streets I own the lane leading roundabouts and choke points so I do not get squeezed of the road by passing cars.
Avoid riding into the rising or setting sun. Your visibility is greatly reduced.
I really dislike the word "hack"
Hack your hi-vis for increased (real) visibility.
https://www.bikeradar.com/features/tech/hi-vis-is-not-silver-bullet-for-cycling-safety
2 months ago