By: It’s only a cyclist’ — Cycling UK

It’s only a cyclist’ — Cycling UK — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 16:37:32 +0000

[...] does claim that if you look like a wobbly old lady with skirt, long hair, cars give you more space (wear pink). But, if you’re a proper cyclist – helmet, fluorescent jacket e.t.c. you get less [...]

By: Dr. Leslie Brown

Dr. Leslie Brown — Thu, 29 May 2008 00:05:14 +0000

Yes, I totally agree with that observation. I’ve also noticed that when I sometimes ride without a helmet, motorists steer well clear of this “crazy cyclist”. I put it into the revenge effect category… the trouble is when they don’t see you, that’s normally when you have an accident & you need the protection.

By the way, just to clarify, I normally do wear a helmet on a serious ride, but if I just have to ride 2km down the road where there is no traffic, I don’t see the point.

Comments on: Safe Cycling Clothes – wear pink

By: It’s only a cyclist’ — Cycling UK

By: Dr. Leslie Brown