Another cyclist killed...

[Vetplant]

Not a complete solution but definitely worth the outlay.

https://www.easybike.co.za/garmin-varia-rtl510-radar-tail-light.html?utm_source=Click&utm_medium=Channel&utm_campaign=PriceCheck_ZA&SFDRREF=SFDR_811388092&ptcid=40513_1_654967257

I scored in the classifieds last week by getting the first iteration of this, the RTL500, for R500. An absolute bargain for the peace-of-mind it gives. It didn't miss a single car, and had no false positives on my long ride over the weekend. 

 

Can definitely recommend if you can pick one up for a good price.

 

As you say, not a complete solution. Maybe if supplemented with a mirror on the end of the handlebar, this will be very valuable. The radar gives you the forewarning that a car is approaching, and you can visually see the approach by just glancing at the mirror...

[Patchelicious]

Not a complete solution but definitely worth the outlay.

https://www.easybike.co.za/garmin-varia-rtl510-radar-tail-light.html?utm_source=Click&utm_medium=Channel&utm_campaign=PriceCheck_ZA&SFDRREF=SFDR_811388092&ptcid=40513_1_654967257

Agreed. It’s a good tool to help with awareness. It obviously won’t prevent drunk drivers from smashing into cyclists though

 

Originally designed by SAns....

[DieselnDust]

Yissis!! I once caught a taxi in Harare. The driver was so gesuip that I had to grab the wheel multiple times for us to not have a head on.

 

It's terrifying putting your life in the hands of a drunkard in a foreign country.

 

Hailed a cab in New York some years ago, When I realised he was drunk I hopped out and hailed another one. This dude was recently off the boats and blabbered a lot in Urdu. At least he was sober but his driving..... I reckon a dronkie could have driven better

[lechatnoir]

Not a complete solution but definitely worth the outlay.

https://www.easybike.co.za/garmin-varia-rtl510-radar-tail-light.html?utm_source=Click&utm_medium=Channel&utm_campaign=PriceCheck_ZA&SFDRREF=SFDR_811388092&ptcid=40513_1_654967257

 

fantastic thing this. it gives me a nice sense of comfort. It's not foolproof, because people, but it's something