Motorists are familiar with certain cyclist symbols such as a reflective belt or jacket, which are typically in wither yellow or orange. Another such symbol if the 'Hump's rucksack cover. These symbols are more prominent at night and when combined with an LED flasher make a cyclist adequately visible to motor vehicles drivers. Don't go overboard when using reflective tape to decorate your cycle , however, as thieves and vandals could potentially take advantage if they see it parked so you don't want to make it stand out too much.
Trouser clips are useful as they indicate to the driver, your relative speed and distance. You could also have reflective heel tabs attached to your shoes. British Standard approved pedal reflectors are another option.
Having extra bright lights can cause a certain degree of unpredictability as drivers can be so alarmed that they will step on the brakes because they don't know what is approaching them. Showing them symbols they will recognise will be suffice such as pedal reflectors, flashers and high-visibility jackets.
Two sets of lights can offer an advantage, one at the front and one on at the back. This is a more advantageous option over spare batteries. If you have one hard-wired, you will have a better chance of surviving without them. Investing in a high level rear light which can be seen through windscreens provides additional visibility when attached to your rucksack.
Don't rely on helmets, they are a safety accessory of another kind and won't help to make you more visible. You would be better off wearing a high0visibility jacket rather than a polystyrene hat. Finally, being assertive when you cycle is far better than trudging along but you should also stay alert for traffic coming from all sides. Simply light for them but if you have just the single rear light, be sure to be extra careful.
Trouser clips are useful as they indicate to the driver, your relative speed and distance. You could also have reflective heel tabs attached to your shoes. British Standard approved pedal reflectors are another option.
Having extra bright lights can cause a certain degree of unpredictability as drivers can be so alarmed that they will step on the brakes because they don't know what is approaching them. Showing them symbols they will recognise will be suffice such as pedal reflectors, flashers and high-visibility jackets.
Two sets of lights can offer an advantage, one at the front and one on at the back. This is a more advantageous option over spare batteries. If you have one hard-wired, you will have a better chance of surviving without them. Investing in a high level rear light which can be seen through windscreens provides additional visibility when attached to your rucksack.
Don't rely on helmets, they are a safety accessory of another kind and won't help to make you more visible. You would be better off wearing a high0visibility jacket rather than a polystyrene hat. Finally, being assertive when you cycle is far better than trudging along but you should also stay alert for traffic coming from all sides. Simply light for them but if you have just the single rear light, be sure to be extra careful.
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