Mirrors ?

[Lazy-Commuter]

I don't think that's true Mikey - I find a mirror look takes less time than a full shoulder look, just because you don't have to move your head as far. It therefore leaves you not looking ahead for a shorter time, which is useful for times when you'd like to see what's behind you but you're not about to make a maneuver.

Agree. I tend to flick a glance in mine every few seconds or so, just to keep an eye on what the rest of the world is up to, coupled with over-the-shoulder looks from time to time. If I'm working towards a manouveur or there's hazards about I go into drastic-overkill-looking-around mde.

 

[TonyEnjoyD]

Its all about opinions, I use one and its superb. Its great for picking out other quicker stealth riders who creep up behind you and overtake........

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+1

I use one on my road bike for both traffic and to try to put a spurt on if I spot stealth riders (usually buggers 20 years younger than me and much faster).

Still - always check over my shoulder - force of habit and a good one to have

T

 

[BentMikey]

Well, I'm not against mirrors on uprights, but for most people that I've seen with and without mirrors, they are simply not looking back often enough. It's a point well made during cycle instructor training.

 

[Lazy-Commuter]

Well, I'm not against mirrors on uprights, but for most people that I've seen with and without mirrors, they are simply not looking back often enough. It's a point well made during cycle instructor training.

Can't argue with that. I've not done any formal cycle training (well not since my cycling profficiency 30 years ago) but it was a point that was hammered home again and again when I was learning to ride a motorbike.

And something that's stuck with me.

 

[PBancroft]

http://www.bikesyoulike.co.uk/product/2330/Topeak_Bar_N_Mirror

Nice! I haven't used mirrors as yet... but those look so tasty I might well give them a try!