I had the misfortune of having to work on birthday. I also made the mistake of celebrating my birthday on the night of the eve, so getting up at 04:00 Hrs was not too pleasant. However, most unpleasant was finding my batteries just don't have the life left in them, especially on that big hill I go up to get home from work.
Getting to work was normal, dark. I am now riding with 4-red flashers on the back (3-on a homemade light bar, and 1-one the seat post), and I have a Cateye 300 plus 2-Trek white/green flashers in the front. I really need to spend some time figuring out how to upload photos, this setup is worthy of sharing. I have applied 3M reflective tape to my helmet and I am riding with a day-glo green DOT III approved reflective vest. I am sure I am a site to see, and that's the point - isn't it?
On the note of being seen. I have noticed a trend with the DF Wedgie crowd wearing dark tights, jerseys, and helmets. It may look stealth, if you can see it. My word to those wanting to "look cool", be bright! Bright colors that contrast the urban landscape (or country side) can save your life from those idiot drivers (I mean most drivers) who, at best, are concious of only what is in a 35 degree field of view in front of them. Be safe, not sorry.
Getting back to the batteries. I spent an hour last night removing the motor, control, throttle, and battery, and wrenching a little on my brakes. Well, I lost 50 pounds. When I was finished I got ready for work, set the clocks back an hour, and went to bed looking forward to a nice ride to work in the morning.
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