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Near accident on morning commute

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On my ride in today just past Central/Kings on 7th st, I was nearly sideswiped by a truck with the company name 'Service Express'. I don't think there was any space between my head and the mirror of the truck, and as it passed, there wasn't much room there either. I was able to keep my line, blurt out an expletive, but not catch up to the vehicle. I thought about calling the company (there's a local number), but what would I say? I didn't get a license or a truck number, and I couldn't catch up after it passed. I think I need a rear view mirror. What do you like out there - mirror on the glasses or mirror on the bike?

Bike mirrors

Mirror on the bike. Rhode Gear (maybe sold under a different name now?) makes some great handlebar mirrors that remain very steady. One of my most favorite, can't-live-without, bike accessories. I tried a helmet mirror and it drove me crazy, but some folks swear by them.

Sorry about your near miss.

John C.