According to a Lifehacker article, cyclists who are too cautious often stay closer to the edge of the road because they are terrified of getting hit. This however may actually put the cyclist in danger.
Staying on the side of the road safer though it might appear may not be that great because motorists and pedestrians might ignore you. To avoid this you have to ring your bell all the time [a bit of hyperbole doesn't hurt] and use the full lane if you have to. The last part does sound counter-intuitive but it certainly does make you more noticeable.
Thoughts? How dangerous is being too cautious?
Staying on the side of the road safer though it might appear may not be that great because motorists and pedestrians might ignore you. To avoid this you have to ring your bell all the time [a bit of hyperbole doesn't hurt] and use the full lane if you have to. The last part does sound counter-intuitive but it certainly does make you more noticeable.
Thoughts? How dangerous is being too cautious?