In Norway, when growing up, I was frequently exposed to campaigns saying "Bruk refleks!" (Use reflector(s)!), and given free ones at every opportunity.
Of course it makes sense there where daylight may be hard to find half the year, however even in Australia, once it is dark the darkness is the same.
And I haven't seen a single government initiative to increase visibility awareness - most people are completely in the dark. (Sorry)
Riding shared bike trails in Melbourne at night on the commute home, this is something I think about often in the "winter" months. Peds may hate the strong glare from my LEDs, but it is the only thing the has half the chance of making out ninjas against the frequent sports ground stadium floodlights the path goes by.
Of course it makes sense there where daylight may be hard to find half the year, however even in Australia, once it is dark the darkness is the same.
And I haven't seen a single government initiative to increase visibility awareness - most people are completely in the dark. (Sorry)
Riding shared bike trails in Melbourne at night on the commute home, this is something I think about often in the "winter" months. Peds may hate the strong glare from my LEDs, but it is the only thing the has half the chance of making out ninjas against the frequent sports ground stadium floodlights the path goes by.