Yes folks it's back. One of our favorite weather scenarios is making a cameo this week and it's 1000 times more dangerous to be a roadie today.
Although I could write ALL DAY about how rain creates dozens of uniquely tricky situations of which you'll try to get yourself out, I'm going to concentrate on a top three- scratch that- a top FIVE.
#1 Communication!
Since everyone is trying to deal with multiple things when it rains (basically trying to remember my top FIVE) it is imperative that the most basic of things be followed.
Communicate your intention by using the automobile's signal lights well in advance of your lane change or turn. Although you may feel like you are the only one using the signals, it's ok, because it means that you're the only one out there who's actually making an effort to PREVENT an accident. Also, don't be afraid to use the horn if you have to. Better to irritate someone temporarily than to have them damage you or your vehicle.
Note: A hand signal is still legit even in rainy weather but apart from wetting yourself (hee hee) you may not be seen. Which leads us to number 2...
Yeah, it's about time it rains!!! I'm too excited in the rain to think about the cars around me. It's raining--that's a big deal around here!
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