Library run to return some books and videos.
Mounted camera on helmet. It's OK but I think I'll move it back to the bike as I'm frequently looking at the mirrors and the video is a bit jumpy.
Much of the ride was at 18 - 22 MPH. The electric assist really helps particularly going up hills.
From time to time you'll see me look over to my left mirror to check oncoming traffic. That's what makes the video jump so much. When riding on somewhat busy roads it is necessary to 'ride the mirror' since even at speeds around 20 MPH cars will pass.
I'm always a bit concerned when riding busy roads as bikes are still infrequent on roads and few drivers are able to judge bike/trike speeds to pass safely. Of necessity I've adopted a 'take the lane' strategy. Given my speed, road conditions, and shoulder conditions if I can not be passed safely or do not have a place to bail out I take the entire lane and if need be block trailing traffic. It's not that I want to delay anyone but a response to the simple reality that if there is an accident I get the worst of it.
Fortunately, most drivers are actually very reasonable.
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