{"id":4096,"date":"2014-03-28T11:00:57","date_gmt":"2014-03-28T15:00:57","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.diycontrols.com\/?p=4096"},"modified":"2015-01-17T14:26:55","modified_gmt":"2015-01-17T19:26:55","slug":"best-protection-for-runners-cyclers-walkers-a-safety-light-and-reflective-gear","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.diycontrols.com\/index.php\/best-protection-for-runners-cyclers-walkers-a-safety-light-and-reflective-gear\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Protection for Runners, Cyclers & Walkers: A Safety Light and Reflective Gear"},"content":{"rendered":"

One of the easiest and best ways to protect yourself while running, bicycling or walking on the road is to increase your visibility to drivers by wearing a safety light and reflective gear<\/a>.\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0 Many drivers have difficulty seeing between dusk to dawn and during bad weather, but wearing a bright or blinking light or illuminated or reflective clothing helps motorists notice you during these low-light hours. \u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0Reduce your risk of being hit by a motorist while on the road be following these helpful tips.<\/p>\n

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Dress to Be Noticed<\/em><\/h2>\n

Make it easy for drivers to see you, especially if you are out on the road in the early morning hours when commuters in a hurry are do not expect to encounter people.\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0 Dress in light and bright colored clothing<\/b> that reflects headlights; avoid wearing dark colors like black and navy.<\/p>\n

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Face Traffic if Walking\u00c3\u00a2\u00e2\u201a\u00ac\u00c2\u00a6Ride with Traffic if Biking<\/em><\/h2>\n

If you are walking and your route has sidewalks, use them.\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0 If not, be sure to always face the oncoming traffic<\/b> when walking or running so you can see and react to potential collisions. \u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0On the other hand, bicycles — which are considered \u00c3\u00a2\u00e2\u201a\u00ac\u00c5\u201cvehicles\u00c3\u00a2\u00e2\u201a\u00ac\u00c2\u009d in most states –\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0should always ride\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0with<\/i>\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0traffic<\/b> and\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0follow the same rules of the road as cars<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Increase Visibility with Reflective Clothing<\/em><\/h2>\n

Studies show that white clothing can only be seen at 275 feet from a vehicle with its headlights on low beams. \u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0This means that a driver traveling at 45 mph will require 675 feet to detect a person walking or biking on the road and perform (hopefully!) a successful evasive maneuver.\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0 So, in addition to dressing in light colored clothing, you should also wear reflective material on your shoes or body<\/b> to increase your visibility to motorists.\"Maxsa<\/a><\/p>\n

Many of today\u00c3\u00a2\u00e2\u201a\u00ac\u00e2\u201e\u00a2s athletic shoes and clothing come decorated with strips of reflective fluorescent material.\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0 Or, you can buy inexpensive\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0reflective bands to wear around your arms or legs<\/a>.\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0 These bands are great for bikers because they also keep pants from getting caught in the chain.<\/p>\n

Wearing reflective gear with flashing LED lights will provide even more protection<\/b>, either an armband with super bright LED lights<\/a> or a\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0reflective safety vest with flashing LED lights<\/a>.\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0 Some of these vests have lights in the front and back and are visible from up to 2,500 feet away.<\/p>\n

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Further Improve Visibility by Wearing a Safety Light<\/em><\/h2>\n

Carrying a flashlight or wearing a flashing LED safety light on your body<\/b> is an even better way to help drivers see you on the road, especially in the winter months when the sun is low in the sky and the daylight hours are limited.\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0 There are LED headlamps<\/a> that you wear around your forehead or safety lights that attach to your clothing, backpack or bicycle<\/a>.
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Walk and Ride Defensively<\/em><\/h2>\n

Stay alert as you walk, jog or bike and follow the rules of the road.\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0 At the same time, recognize that you may be an unexpected obstacle to many drivers and be prepared to move or jump out of the way if a vehicle is coming too close<\/b>.\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0 Leave potential distractions home, such as music players, cell phones and smart phones.\"Puplight\"<\/a><\/p>\n

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Pet Safety Lights\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0<\/strong><\/em>Protect Pets<\/em>\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Pets out for a stroll need protection too.<\/b>\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0 There are special safety lights for dogs, like the Puplight<\/a> that slides or clips onto your pet\u00c3\u00a2\u00e2\u201a\u00ac\u00e2\u201e\u00a2s collar to make both of you more visible in the dark.\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0 An illuminated dog collar with LED lights<\/a> is another way to call attention to your pet at nighttime.<\/p>\n

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Summary<\/em><\/h2>\n

The best ways to protect yourself (and your pet) while running, walking or cycling on the road at night is to use common sense, obey the traffic laws and to wear clothing and outdoor safety gear<\/a> — like safety lights and reflective clothing — that will increase your visibility and make it easier for drivers to see your from a distance.<\/p>\n

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