After a serious crash caused by another cyclist left him with lasting injuries, this commuter knew things had to change. Now armed with front and rear cameras, he’s noticed a real shift in driver behaviour – more space, more respect, and far less stress. His message? Video doesn’t just protect you – it changes the game for road safety.
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Every UpRider has a story. Here is Luka’s.
What happened prior to this incident and why do you record your ride?
I ride to work every day when the weather and temperature allow. It’s about 55km return – 6:30–7:30am in the morning, then back between 15:30–16:30 depending on sunset.
Last year, a cyclist cut across my path and I crashed. I ended up with a nasty concussion, neck injuries, and lower back problems, and was off work for two months. I was using a rear camera at the time, but that crash pushed me to get a front camera as well.
Sadly, we live in a world where cameras have become a must – just to keep yourself protected if something happens.
When do you feel most vulnerable as a cyclist?
I feel vulnerable every time I’m on the bike – especially on faster roads. The worst time to ride is Friday afternoons when people are heading home from work. And honestly, drivers of SUVs and large vehicles have become some of the most aggressive and self-centred on the road in recent years. It’s constant close calls with that crowd.
What do you think are the most important things that can be done to improve safety for cyclists on the road?
If I could nominate one invention of the decade, it would be a rear-facing camera and light. When I started using one, I was honestly shocked by the change in driver behaviour. Suddenly, drivers were keeping a safe distance and using their indicators to overtake. It was clear – they knew they were being recorded.
Commuting to work at 6am on fast roads instantly felt 1000 times safer and far less stressful. That’s the power of visibility.
The next step? Awareness. The kind of footage we share here should be part of public safety campaigns – not tucked away between ads. Riders need to know they’re not alone out there, and drivers need to know they’ll be held accountable.
And while the rear camera is a game-changer, adding a front camera is just as essential. I’ve had more than a few close overtakes from the front – not just the one in my video. Both perspectives matter.
What is your advice for other cyclists?
The single most effective safety feature you can add to your bike is a a front and rear camera. No question about it.
And the next thing? Tell everyone how good these cameras really are. They don’t just capture licence plates – they show faces, phone use, and the full picture of what’s happening behind you. It’s all on record, and that makes a difference.
That’s the message we need to get out there – especially to non-cyclists. Visibility equals accountability. And accountability saves lives.
By the way, keep those pedals turning, ride safe, and good luck out on the roads!
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