After dark, what is best worn for visibility?

• A. Leather jackets only
• B. Retro-reflective material on vests and sides of the helmet
• C. Sunglasses with UV protection
• D. Neon blue gloves only

Answer: (B)

After dark, drivers need something that reflects their headlights back to them. Retro-reflective material on a vest and on the sides of the helmet does just that, making you visible from the front, back, and sides as cars approach. This material works when you’re far away or at an angle, which is crucial at night when visibility is limited. Leather jackets alone don’t boost visibility, sunglasses help only in daylight and can reduce your vision at night, and neon gloves or similar colors aren’t as reliably noticeable as reflective surfaces. So, wearing retro-reflective gear on your vest and helmet sides gives you the strongest, most consistent visibility after dark.