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Given that the cold(er) weather is fast aproaching, thought you might be interested in a couple of blogs I have done.

They are in 2 parts, 1st part deals with the rider and the 2nd with the actual riding in cold weather.

It is only intended as a general interest blog, but hope you find it interesting none the less

https://www.hudgellsolicitors.co.uk/new ... ng-part-1/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

https://www.hudgellsolicitors.co.uk/new ... ng-part-2/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
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Regarding kit I've found that having your jacket warmed on a radiator before you go out makes a massive difference. The back protector retains heat for several miles which can mean making it to your destination without getting too cold.

Low sun is a PITA at this time of the year. I've got my spotlights on to try and help the cagers see me.

It doesn't always work though :(
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I found heated grips were a god send when I was commuting all year round, I was glad that when I was doing it I wasn't ever commuting during rush hour as mainly started work at 6am so managed to avoid most cagers and didn't have to deal with the low sun as was fully dark which I genuinely think was better
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Kwacky wrote:
Low sun is a PITA at this time of the year. I've got my spotlights on to try and help the cagers see me.

It doesn't always work though :(
Don't forget that having headlights or spot lights on when the sun is low, it creates what is called the "Halo" affect which is why drivers still don't see you, or more to the point it affects their ability to judge speed and distance.
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I don't think that was the issue here http://www.tankslap.co.uk/viewtopic.php?f=5&t=6216" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
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Kwacky wrote:I don't think that was the issue here http://www.tankslap.co.uk/viewtopic.php?f=5&t=6216" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
Probably not, but I was just making the point that many SMIDSY crashes are not always because they didn't see you, sometimes the use of headlights just contributes to making bikes invisible. The driver sees you but they are unable to judge speed and distance.

I have 2 cases on the go at the moment caused exactly by that phenomenon. :(
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Good write ups there buddy.

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