Safety vests and helmets make cyclists look ‘less human’ to other road users
- Written by Sarah Collyer, Research Associate, Caring Futures Institute, College of Nursing and Health Sciences, Flinders University

Getting more people to ride bikes has been flagged as a simple and effective way to improve public health while tackling climate change. However, research has repeatedly found safety concerns deter people from cycling.
Australia’s limited cycling infrastructure often forces cyclists to share the road with motor vehicles. This puts...