31/05/2026
High-visibility gear can help cyclists be more noticeable, and many riders choose to wear it for added confidence on the road. But safer cycling can’t depend on visibility alone.
Too often, the conversation around bike safety focuses entirely on what cyclists should wear or do, rather than addressing the systems and behaviors that prevent crashes in the first place.
Real safety improvements come from building streets and policies that better protect people on bikes, including:
✅ Protected bike infrastructure
✅ Better driver education and awareness
✅ Stronger enforcement of dangerous driving behaviors
✅ Close-pass laws that give cyclists adequate space
✅ Accountability for repeat traffic offenders
✅ More connected, traffic-free bike routes
Creating safer roads takes more than individual precautions. It takes communities, policies, and infrastructure designed with cyclists in mind.
What would you add to the list? Share your thoughts in the comments.
📷 Rachel Fenn
