
| At Piedmont Bike, we always ride on public streets with both front-facing and rear-facing video cameras mounted on our bicycle. Camera footage has proved invaluable in the following ways:
- We have provided footage of aggressive motorists (including license plate numbers) to the NC Highway Patrol, and the Highway Patrol then took action to enforce the law and correct the motorists' behavior.
- We have used slow motion camera footage to determine what caused bicycling crashes, for which otherwise, we would never have known the exact cause of the crashes. This has proved valuable as a learning tool to improve our safety and riding habits.
- On two separate occasions, the presence of our cameras caused aggressive, road-raging motorists who were threatening a physical altercation to quickly de-escalate their rage, re-enter their vehicles, and flee from the scene. The exact same scenario has been reported to us by another camera-using Triad cyclist.
We recognize that video cameras that are purpose-built for cycling are a sizable investment. We are pleased to share that we have secured a 30% discount from Cycliq, who makes and markets good quality camera/light combinations. The only catch is that the discount is only active for 7 days and expires on 08/20/2026. To get the 30% discount, simply use the URL https://cycliq.com/discount/PIEDMONT30 , or enter the discount code PIEDMONT30 at checkout. |