I’m a cyclist and driver and think it’s very important to see other users easily. IMO the strobing lights can be distracting and overwhelming.
For example, when riding in a group at night, a steady rear light will be appreciated by your fellow riders – the group needs to be seen, but cycling close to a flashing rear light can be distracting or dazzling.
Most bike lights also use wide beams without a cut-off that could dazzle drivers or other cyclists. Any cyclist who has shared a bike path with an oncoming strobing light can attest to this.
Sorry, but you’re just wrong on the facts here. Blinking lights are significantly safer.
Perhaps more to the point though: “I hate you”, directed at any cyclist just trying to go about their lives in a safer way, makes you an arsehole.
I’m a cyclist and driver and think it’s very important to see other users easily. IMO the strobing lights can be distracting and overwhelming.