One of my fears is opening my car door just as a cyclist is coming by, causing a dangerous collision. I always look before I open, but I'm going to start opening the door with a "Dutch Reach" as an added precaution. It's simple to do: open the door with your right hand, which forces you to look over your shoulder and look for oncoming bikes.
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10:26 am Mon
Mar 11, 2019
The "Dutch Reach" car-door opening technique prevents injury to cyclists
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