The reflective spray gives almost zero effect

The days are getting shorter. The darkness lasts for a long time in the morning and comes quickly in the evening.

Then it's time to dig out the reflectors from drawers and cabinets or take a walk in the store to buy new ones. But which reflexes should you choose?

NAF has directed the searchlight, or rather, the car headlights towards six reflective vests, various small reflexes, knitting products of reflective yarn, reflective umbrella and reflective spray.

The reflex products in the test cost from NOK 15 to 800 and most of them are sold in regular chain stores. NAF has even been around Oslo and bought the products.

Provides false security

The test shows that the non-traditional products consistently do poorly, and the big loser of the test must be said to be the reflex spray.

All products were tested with 50- and 100-meter dipped beams and high beams, and the reflective spray was not visible in any of the lightings.

Do not use a reflective spray to see. The use of such spray gives false security, says Stig Schibbye, owner of Reflexconsult AS, who is referred to as Norway's foremost reflex expert.

Reflex consultants have measured reflective spray against a standard reflective vest with a minimum visibility of 250 meters and found that the spray lit only 17 meters through the dark.

This means that the reflective spray gives a seven percent effect of the minimum requirement.

Reassessing reflex spray

It was Albedo Reflective Spray from Clas Ohlson that was tested by NAF. This is a colorless spray that should reflect light in the dark, according to the product review.

Camilla Tully, the communications advisor in Clas Ohlson, says that the reflex spray is a recognized product that is being sold in several places in Norway, but that the store chain is now more skeptical about the product.

"The Reflection Spray is a new product at Clas Ohlson and based on the tests from NAF, we will take an internal review of the product and product information," Tully told Dinside.

Three reflex standards

NAF's test panel is generally skeptical of "fashion products", that is, non-reflective vests, tags or ties.

The traditional reflex products must be CE marked, which does not have to be the fashion reflectors. Therefore, it is difficult for you to know if the reflex has any effect.

If the reflector you buy is CE marked, it must be marked on the packaging, which indicates that the reflex complies with the personal protective equipment directive.

Schibbye from Reflex Consult has represented Norway in European collaboration on the preparation of reflex standards for the past 15 years.

"There is one standard for small products, such as reflective bands, tags and the like, and two standards for reflective vests. The vests are distinguished between those who appear medium and those who are very visible," says Schibbye.

Reflective vests are measured by reflective strips and the proportion of fluorescent material in the fabric. The total will be a combination of these two factors.

The vest wins

All six reflective vests that NAF tested did well, both with different light and distance.

The XXL reflective vest came out best from the vest, the only thing that pulled down was that it was a little hard to get on.

Most reflective vests in the test are relatively cheap, but the LED vest from Apotek 1 stands out with a price of NOK 299. However, this does not have to mean that this vest is better than the others in the test.

NAF points out that the LED vest had poor reflectivity, including at 100-meter dipped beam. The vest had the only reflex in the seams and the LED lights that flash only have battery power.

If you are going out in the autumn darkness, a good reflective vest is a safe choice, as it has a large surface.

"It is important to note that the reflex effect becomes significantly worse after the vest has been washed a dozen times, so a worn reflective vest should be replaced with a new one," says Ann-Kathrin Årøen in Safe Traffic.

Location is important

Several of the reflex products NAF tested had a poor effect because they were placed incorrectly.

So-called snap bands seem best if they are fastened around the ankles, as they can easily be covered by a bag or similar when on the arms.

"Dangling reflexes have the best effect as they move as you walk. Slapwraps and sticker reflexes also work well," says Åroen.

Schibbye in Reflex Consult says that the further down the body the reflex is placed, the better.

Various products that were knitted with reflex yarn were also placed under the magnifying glass, both homemade and factory-produced.

The headband knitted with Viking yarn suffered badly in the test because it was placed too high on the body. NAF's test panel recommends knitting mittens or heart rate warmer with the yarn since the yarn itself had good reflectivity.

"The yarn has only a thin reflective strip that will have varying visibility according to how the product is knitted. Large parts of the reflex can end up not appearing," says Schibbye.

Morild changes design

The scarf with reflective threads from Morild is the most expensive product of the test but by far the best. Since it is only a reflex at the bottom of the scarf, you must constantly make sure it seems.

After the test, Morild Norway AS has changed the design of the scarf, but it is clear that the garment is not intended as a replacement for ordinary reflexes.

"We do not produce and sell security products, nor any sense of security, neither real nor false. What we do, on the other hand, is fashion clothing with a bonus effect," says Lisa.

Positive to umbrella

However, not all fashion products are slaughtered in the test.

The trading network from Tanum and the umbrella from Clas Ohlson gave NAF a positive surprise. The products have a large reflective surface, and they have a function besides being a reflex, which gives you more value for money.

"Because so many do not use ordinary reflectors, our buyers try to use reflective materials as a design element in more products than before," says Tully in Clas Ohlson.

She is clear that there is a difference between CE and EU approved reflectors and products with reflective parts, and that the latter is an addition to traditional reflectors.

Adults leave the reflex at home

Early in the autumn, it is often not so dark in the morning, and many leave the house without reflection and forget that it is dark in the afternoon when they return home.

Observational surveys we conducted show that adults are poor at using reflex, only four out of ten do, says Årøen in Safe Traffic.

In general, Norwegians are reluctant to use reflex. The worst is in Oslo, where only 27 percent use reflex.

Safe traffic recommends looking for reflectors from drawers and cabinets, most of them have plenty of reflections lying at home, and attaching them to clothes, bags, and bags so that they are always there.

The best gift for children in Children’s Day

In Children's Day, all the boys and girls are happy because at this Festival they can ask their parents for present and gift. And how to choose a suitable gift for them is a bothering question for most the parents now.

Nowadays some parents will buy some toys for their children’s playing, while some choosing to buy some sweets and sugars for their children’s eating. But now, Chinastars offers you a new choice in Children's Day- buy your child a gift with some reflective elements.

We have a reflective umbrella which is printed with some reflective patents. These patents are good-looking and attracting, which will increase children’s interests in using. In that case, they are the sparkest star in the bad weather. They are willing to take it when raining. And these elements will protect them on rainy days.

What is more, we have several types of toys are making of reflective fabric. It can reflective in the night or low vision condition. This function will protect them when they are traveling outside. Buy one toy and get two gifts for your kids - happiness and safety.

We are one of the largest reflective fabrics and material makers in China. And we not only produce traditional reflective material but also other relative implements. You can go to our web site to choose your preferable gift for your child. Our website www.chinareflective.com.

At last, sincerely hope you and your child have an unforgettable Children's Day.

Explained what people in the car forget and where cyclists are on the road

There should be enough space for everyone on the road, but there is often confusion when it comes to car drivers and cyclists. The former says that cyclists should not drive in the driveway because it stops traffic, but the latter says it is a lack of tolerance for car drivers. Traffic safety experts do not support either side. According to them, both sides are breaking the rules.

Eduardas Kriščiūnas, a spokesman for the Lithuanian Cycling Society, said that the terms "overtake" and "overtake" are often confused. According to him, nowadays riders are more likely to ride cyclists than overtakes, but it is the latter maneuver that should be made by drivers who encounter a slower cyclist on the road. The cyclist also explained that the recommendations of 1.5 m lateral distance were not followed by drivers. E. Kriščiūnas assumed that this tendency prevails only because the aforementioned lateral distance when bending is only recommended, and without control, according to the interviewer, drivers do not tend to follow such an instruction.

According to the interlocutor, car drivers often show disrespect to cyclists when they overtake, and when they do, they turn right. According to the cyclist, this behavior also poses a danger to cyclists as they are forced to break or maneuver abruptly. Pedestrians also encounter to ensure safety not only for cyclists but also for other road users, E. Kriščiūnas advised cyclists not to ride on sidewalks, as well as pedestrians not to cycle paths. In both cases, both pedestrians and cyclists are at risk.

"See what's going on at a public transport stop near Vilnius City Municipality, where most people wait for buses or trolleys while standing on the bike lane. It also shows disrespect for cyclists and makes it difficult for them to go," said E. Kriščiūnas.

Cyclists Avoid Violations Driving instructor Olga Zhidovlenkova shared slightly different insights and said cyclists often disregard the Highway Code and choose what they feel comfortable with but not necessarily safe. One example is when cyclists are still moving in the carriageway instead of riding along a cycle path near the street. The driving instructor said that sometimes cyclists think of getting out on the streets in preparation for a race, which causes confusion and driver dissatisfaction. According to Mr. Zhidovlenkova, there is no shortage of cyclists on the road, who not only do not wear reflective vests but also run without functioning front and rear bicycle lights. Another problem is warning other road users of planned maneuvers. The driving instructor emphasized that cyclists often disregard the rule that when crossing a carriageway, the bicycle should be driven rather than driven.

However, the interviewer admitted that not all cyclists are offenders, as good examples can be found. Drivers need to be alert O. Zhidovlenkova advised drivers not to hurry to approach the cyclist, but to reduce speed and overtake when leaving another lane and leaving a safe lateral distance. Not only will the cyclist not be frightened, but the gust of wind caused by the car may push him away from the bike. Of course, cyclists should also take appropriate safety measures. According to the instructor, they should first make sure that they are visible as far as possible. You should also wear elbows, knee pads, and a helmet. It is also important to keep the cyclist as close to the right edge of the road as possible so that he is not endangered by a curving car.

Finally, emphasizing O. Zhidovlenkova, cyclists should remember more than one on the road. The driving instructor explained that a cyclist moving slower than cars, when not overtaken by other vehicles, can cause congestion, so the cyclist should pay attention to the traffic and, if necessary, stop at the sidewalk and skip over faster road users. Traffic must be safe Traffic police officials have reminded them that it is forbidden to drive in a driveway with a bicycle lane nearby. They also emphasized that bicycle riders are allowed for people under 14 and those with a school-issued bicycle license for those under 12. Officials noticed that even under the supervision of an adult, bicycle riders are allowed to ride to persons under the age of 8. The cops pointed out that cyclists can only start riding after they are sure their bike is in good working order. When there is no cycle path on the road or there is no bicycle lane or sidewalk on the right side of the road, cyclists are allowed to cross the sidewalk or the lane of the carriageway but as close as possible to its right edge. However, when riding on the sidewalk, pedestrian or bicycle path and sidewalk, the bicycle rider must give way to pedestrians and must not obstruct or endanger them. The pedestrian is allowed to pass at a speed close to the speed of the person (3 to 7 km / h), leaving a sufficient distance from the side for safe traffic. Every road user must take care of their safety and cyclists should ride with both hands on the steering wheel. There are cases where cyclists disregard this rule, officials said.

POLICE WITHOUT GRACE, TODAY'S NEW WAVE OF RIGOROUS CONTROLS

Police have acted intensely throughout December, which will continue today as well as throughout this week and will focus its activities on preventing and sanctioning the most serious offenses.

The interior ministry has issued a major warning to drivers regarding the Old and New Years. Police have been stepping up all month, and the same will continue these days. As the Old Year is today, there will be traffic jams around cities and roads outside urban areas, given that many are moving further today.

An increase in the number of traffic accidents involving fatalities was reported on the Old Year last year and in the first hours of the new 2018 - five people were killed in four traffic accidents. To prevent such tragedies, police will check that drivers comply with traffic rules and regulations.

The four things will check the most

"The police have acted intensely throughout December, which will continue today, as well as throughout this week, and will focus their activities on preventing and sanctioning the most serious offenses, in particular, the so-called. "Four major traffic killers" (alcohol, speed, seat belt, and cellphone) and according to repeat offenders - repeat offenders, the MUP said.

In addition to announcing rigorous controls, police also offered drivers tips to avoid traffic jams and traffic jams.

We are transmitting the communication in its entirety.

"Don't rush, take the time and go out sooner rather than cause a traffic accident,

Prepare your vehicle and yourself for the journey, especially if you are going for the long haul,

Get up-to-date on road conditions and traffic flow, as well as weather conditions that may affect you while traveling,

Observe traffic rules and regulations, do not initiate risky vehicle actions,

Adjust the speed to the road conditions and keep to its limits,

Keep the distance you need when moving behind another vehicle,

Pass pedestrians and exercise caution and slow down when approaching pedestrian crossings.

Tips for drivers who have consumed alcohol

Leave your car parked properly and walk away - it will benefit you and you will not endanger anyone,

Use public transit,

Use taxi services because it will be far safer and cheaper,

If you are in the company, arrange in advance who will stay sober and drive back,

Ask someone sober to drive you,

Do not sit behind the wheel for at least 24 hours after drinking a large amount of alcohol,

While driving under the influence of alcohol, you are not only endangering yourself but also other road users,

On nights of high risk (weekend), drive slower and more cautiously, whether you drink or not,

Remember that no reason is warranted for operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol.

In addition to the driver, we also have some tips for pedestrians and cyclists:

Specifically, in winter, when days are shorter and visibility is often reduced due to weather conditions (fog, cloudy, precipitation), pedestrians are more difficult to spot for drivers.

Therefore, we advise everyone, especially older pedestrians, to wear lighter clothing or at least one garment in a lighter color (hat, scarf, etc.) to increase their visibility and thus directly affect their traffic safety. In addition to lighter clothing, we also recommend the use of reflective details (reflective vests, reflective hand straps or socks) for both pedestrians and cyclists, whose visibility is also reduced in the winter. Bicycle traffic has declined during the winter, however, a significant number of people continue to use it as a means of transport, which is why unlighted bikes and cyclists without reflective clothing are at increased risk of road traffic accidents.

Drivers are not the only ones who have to watch out

In addition to the police, motorists, like all other road users, with their responsible behavior, can also contribute to increasing the level of road safety.

We wish all of us to welcome the New Year safely and unharmed, and to accept these well-meaning advice so that the beginning of the year will pass us as calmly as possible and with as little traffic casualties as possible," police said.

Tips from a Well-Known Professional: Be Safe on Your Bike

To secure the safety of their community, most of them in the cities of the big cities, the organizers of Velomarathon have produced a series of short video recommendations. They presented by the famous cycling coach Vaidas Rimkus.

These recommendations can be seen on the Velomarathon channel on Youtube and your Facebook account. "We want cyclists to hear and see in simple terms what makes their cycling safe in the city. Wayne drops a lot of miles in the city and coaches other people. He knows what's important when cycling to the streets," said Rytis Sabas, Velomarathon's communications director.

1. Check that the bike is in good working order and that the brakes and gears are working. 2. Check that the signal lights are on and working. 3. Be sure to wear a helmet. 4. If you know that your journey will be time-consuming and dark, make sure to wear and wear a reflective vest.

1. Keep to the right side of the trail. 2. Wear a helmet - it is not known who will jump on the bike path. Even when driving slowly, injuries are painful. 3. Choose safe speed - not only for yourself but for those around you. After all, there are usually pedestrian paths near the bike paths. So it is important to be able to stop when an obstacle occurs. 4. No matter how enjoyable you are while listening to music, you need to hear what's going on. Therefore, headphones should be avoided.

2. Crossings and crossings 1. Crossings with crossings are of two types, with and without a marked cycle path. Those that are marked can be cycled. Unmarked crossings require the bike to be redone. This is for your safety. 2. When passing through a marked crossing, remember that there are pedestrians near you. They can create unexpected situations. So my recommendation is to get off the bike at all crossings. Where to go It is forbidden to walk on footpaths and sidewalks if the bicycle path is not marked on it. You must choose either the bike path, if available, or the road.

With a helmet and a vest

A German living in Lithuania cannot be surprised to see a well-dressed cyclist coming to the gas station near Marijampolė - with a brightly colored reflective vest and a helmet - who, moreover, needed to buy more vodka.

According to the Lithuanian Road Police Service, the most common violations of the Road Traffic Rules (KET) by cyclists are drunk driving, disobedience to traffic signals and failure to follow road signs. Cycling enthusiast Frank Kulikauskas is amazed at the logic of the people on campus: "They ride their bicycles with friends to get drunk. He argues that if a car is drunk, it can kill another person, and if they ride a bicycle, they may just kill them."

This year, more than 4 thousand of the bicycle drivers who committed KET violations, 2,471 were intoxicated. Also, they do not obey traffic control signals, do not obey road signs, obey motorway traffic regulations, and there are cases when bicycles do not comply with the requirements of KET.

According to the data of the Lithuanian Road Police Service, the results of preventive measures implemented indicate that the most violations of bicycle drivers are detected in the territories supervised by the Panevėžys, Šiauliai, Marijampolė County Police Headquarters.

With a helmet and a vest sew on reflective tape

During the four months of this year, 2,471 drunk drivers were detected, 8,125 in 2014, and 5,345 drunk cyclists were arrested in 2013.

Bicycle enthusiast F. Kulikauskas is amazed at people's desire to sit at the wheel of a bicycle when they are intoxicated.

"Before Christmas, I drove to Germany by car and had to stop at Marijampolė to refuel. It was dark and a drunk cyclist arrived at the gas station. He wore a bright-colored vest, a helmet, but came to buy some more vodka. Smaller cities have repeatedly seen people cycling with friends to get drunk. He argues that if a car is drunk, it could kill another person, and if they ride a bicycle, they might just kill them," says LRT.lt.

The Code of Administrative Offenses provides that driving and riding, cycling when intoxicated or under the influence of narcotics, psychotropic or other psychoactive substances, with a mild degree of intoxication (from 0.41 to 1.5), fines between € 86 and € 144.

Riding and riding, cycling when intoxicated or intoxicated with narcotic, psychotropic or other psychoactive substances, with moderate (1.51 to 2.5 promise) or severe (2.51 promise and above) degree of intoxication, - imposes a fine of between EUR 144 and EUR 202.

The inhabitants of the province are accustomed to waistcoats, and the townspeople do not get used to it

Marija Kazanovich, a senior specialist in the General Affairs Group at the Lithuanian Road Police Service, says cyclists are gradually becoming accustomed to wearing brightly colored vests, especially in the province.

"The bigger problem is in cities. Also, there are people, such as those who enjoy pleasure, leisure, and athletes who do not wear such a vest during daylight hours. It is from some principle that he does not enforce the law. Although they are usually car drivers themselves, of course, they know from practice how a pedestrian, a bicycle driver with a reflector or other reflective object is visible from a distance," Kazanovich told LRT.lt.

Asked by LRT.lt whether police are conducting special raids to monitor cyclists' compliance with the KET, Mr. Kazanovich responded: "Special preventive measures are being implemented on an ongoing basis. About 20 such republican preventive measures are organized every year in the country."

Republican preventive measures in the last quarter of 2014 uncovered 456 bicycle riders who failed to meet their requirements during daylight hours (wearing a bright-colored vest or driving with appropriate lights on the front and rear of the bike). This year, 593 violations were recorded as a result of such measures.

F. Kulikauskas says that in Germany there is no requirement to wear a bright-colored vest, where the bicycle must have reflectors and lights. "Now when I go with a young child I usually put on a vest. But sometimes it's funny when you go to the mall and people think I'm some kind of security guard or builder. It's not always nice to walk with that bra," the cyclist laughs.

Rules for cyclists to follow:

Cycling is permitted for persons aged 14 and over, and for persons aged 12 and over who have completed an appropriate training course and are certified by a training institution; there is no age limit for bicycle riders in the residential area;

Bicycle drivers (passengers) under the age of 18 must wear a cyclist's helmet when traveling on the road. Other cyclists over the age of 18 are advised to wear a bicycle helmet and wear a bicycle helmet;

Cycling is only allowed on cycle paths and where there is no suitable sidewalk (with asphalt or concrete pavement) according to the direction of traffic; where there is no bicycle lane and the sidewalk is inadequate, one lane of the carriageway is allowed to run as close as possible to its right edge;

If the traffic is heavy and you need to turn left, turn or cross the road, the bicycle rider must climb and cross the carriageway while driving the bicycle without obstructing other vehicles.

The bicycle rider must wear a bright-colored vest with reflective elements or white light at the front and a red light at the rear when riding a bicycle. When driving on the road at night or in poor visibility, the bicycle must have a white light on the front and a red light on the back of the bicycle, and the bicycle rider must wear a bright vest with reflective materials. 

The specialist warns parents of children on bicycles: this safety measure is a must

Although summer is slowly giving way to autumn, bicycle riders remain active. Not only do they cycle to work, but they also take their offspring to kindergartens, clubs, etc. Senior Specialist Inspector List Dijokait warns parents to follow traffic rules more closely and to transport their children by bicycle with due care for their safety.

According to the inspector, when choosing a child seat it is important to pay attention to the basic parameter - what weight the child is intended for. "Weight is paramount because otherwise, the driver may not have control over the bike. Another important thing is that the child must wear a helmet. There are no exceptions," she said. If a helmet is required, a reflective vest is not. "When it comes to a child who is like a passenger on a bicycle, a vest is not mandatory for him. When it comes to the driver, a vest is always needed if you are driving in the dark. In daylight hours, a vest is only required when the cyclist is in the driveway. There are places where bike lanes are part of the road. For example, in Vilnius, Gedimino ave. If such a lane is used during the day, either a vest or lights are needed," A.Dijokaitė shared the traffic rules. Nowadays, when not only bicycles but also electric scooters have taken over the streets, the inspector says it is not safe to park your child on such a scooter. "There are no rules, but I think that is dangerous. By default, all motor vehicles - motorcycles, mopeds, quads, tricycles - can only be occupied by persons over the age of 12. The carriage of younger persons is prohibited. The traffic rules do not specify what can be carried with electric bikes or scooters, but if it can be classified as a moped in terms of power and may exceed the speed limit, the child must not be carried. This is very unsafe and should not be," the inspector said.

However, she sees the most common offense on the street when parents carry children without helmets. "A helmet is mandatory in such situations. If a child drives a bicycle himself/herself, then a helmet is also mandatory if he/she is 18 in the driveway. It is recommended for adults over 18," the inspector recalls.