I know about the obvious stuff like a bright vest, blinking rear light and wearing light colored clothes but is there anything else that I need for when nightfall hits?

  • Showroom7561@lemmy.ca
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    3 hours ago

    My suggestions, in no particular order:

    • Front and rear lights, obviously. You can get lights that offer side visibility and get a front light with a cut off lens so you aren’t blinding oncoming peoole.
    • You can get vests or jackets that are basically one big reflector. The brand proviz makes a ton of options, but you can find them cheaper. I had one from a brand off Amazon and had peoole come up to me to ask about it because it was so visible.
    • Ankle reflective bands are one of the best types of reflectors you can get.
    • Tires with reflective sidewalls are awesome.
    • If riding during dusk or dawn, wear high viz with reflective elements. High viz colours alone aren’t very visible in the dark or by vehicle headlights at night.
    • Ride in well lit areas, if possible.
    • Ride slower than you would during the day.