Hi-Vis

[al78]

Just goes to show...i assume anyone on a roadbike can 'generally' be assumed to be an enthusiast, and accordingly takes a bit more care than the 'great unwashed' (inserted tongue in cheek after the other weeks use of that term). But apparently not. Thats a pathetic excuse / justification from the rider.

There's a funny (or not so funny) trait some people have...the failure to accept they can be wrong, or to admit they are wrong. If it had been me and maybe thought i'd manage without for half an hour (just theoretically) before sun up...if someone said anything to me, i'd reply..'yeah i know, took a chance..i'm a tw@t '
But to justify it with blatant cr@p ?

http://www.learninga.../dissonance.htm

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Mistakes-Were-Made-But-Not/dp/0151010986

 

[fossyant]

He's not a car driver then. I used to think a few reflectors and some white clothing were ok at night in lieu of lights but when I started driving I realised its bloody difficult to see an unit road user.

I used to have a nice 20-25 mile out and back run - all lit roads (many years ago). Didn't need all seeing/dancing lights (weren't available either), and was riding at about 8-9pm. I nearly rear ended a ninja cyclist one night.... you can't even see them on another bike.

 

[Davidc]

Zero mass clothing.

He needs to patent it and offer a licence to the space industry.

Moron all round.

 

[albal]

I'd ride with a dynamo fitted as well as hi viz. Driving for a living you do see some 'clever' people on bikes. (they know best)