Passing cars swing wider and give you more room when you use the Safety Wing. This EU-approved safety device is a folding reflector arm that extends 12" from the bike. When not needed, it easily folds back and out of the way.
The Safety Wing is typically mounted at the end of the chain stay on the left side of the bicycle, but the universal mounting bracket lets you mount anywhere you can fit it. For example, the seat stay and rack are popular mounting positions. All fitting hardware is supplied with the Safety Wing and the product is easily installed in minutes with just a Phillips screwdriver.
I haven't had any issues going over 20 mph with the safety wing on my bike. It's lightweight too. It was easy to install and stays in place. I like that I can fold it back when I'm storing it. So there are really no downsides to having it on my bike, and I've noticed drivers seem to give me more space when passing now, which makes me feel safer.
Doesn't like speed over 15mph
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Jutta Sleezer on 7/26/20
I am not a fast rider on my touring bike but when I exceed speeds of 15mph (usually downhill though) the safety wing doesn't stay in place very well. I use my foot to straighten it out while riding but hope I don't land on my face doing that one of these days. It doesn't fit very well on my Salsa bike which may be the reason it doesn't stay in place very well.. I do feel safer with it though.
Safety Wing
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Ted Capron on 8/23/17
Certainly makes me feel safer in traffic
Safety cushion widens
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Ben Nevis on 4/5/17
Works for me. I fastened it to my rear rack rather than frame. I think motorists appreciate, perhaps unconsciously, that you are asserting your concern for safety. They seem to pass me a couple feet wider and usually wait for oncoming traffic to clear. Yes, it seems a bit goofy, not the stuff of spandex pros. But better to look nerdish than deadish.
Worthless
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Steve on 6/28/16
Doesn't fit onto the chainstay of our Co-Motion tandem. Waste of money.
Extra Attention
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Maggie on 4/30/16
We love our safety wings, took them on our Adventure Cycle route through Vermont last fall, lots of narrow windy roads. We honesty wouldn't road ride without them now, it offers a little extra piece of mind. We also receive numerous compliments and inquires from other cyclists when using them. Highly recommend, legal or not!
works also as a upright
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BroDace on 4/19/15
on my Kent Monterey 3 wheel adult trike I mounted it upright on my basket and then when I need it just flip down
Illegal in some areas
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Matthew on 5/25/14
Here in my town, some commuters had been making similar homemade versions of this product. Local police started issuing warning citations for "equipment extending beyond length of the handlebar". Haven't seen them since. I'd check with your local jurisdiction before buying/installing this product.
Peace of Mind
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Tom on 4/30/14
This thing works! Cars give you more room when passing. Great for roads with narrow shoulders.