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motorists; bicyclists

Roused from Hibernation

Spring has arrived, and that means the reemergence of bicyclists in many parts of the country. But the winter-to-spring transition can be perilous.      Motorists sometimes let down their guard in watching for bicyclists since they’ve been sparse for a few months — that’s not a good excuse, just reality. As with motorcyclists, visibility issues loom large. Spring showers can further limit visibility, as can early-morning and twilight lighting, rendering bicyclists more vulnerable to harm. Some simple precautions can...
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