I cant say much i nearly pulled on on one on my bike. Made it out before him but it was a bit close
I think the problem is they are small and not very bright in most cases, if bikes had a light on the front to catch the eye it might help OR ride somewhere further into the road? Maybe its all about awareness? To be honest you dont see many so perhase you dont think to look for them.
I know its not a good excuse... Its wierd i saw him but i didnt if you get what i mean, and i do ride a push rod also

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