The weather is a little cooler in the mornings these days and the sunrise during my morning commute makes the ride even more enjoyable. Low angle sun gives the ride a whole new perspective. The shadows play across your path, the sky seems a little bit more open and clear, and you tilt your head a bit when heading east to get the visor of your helmet to block those rays. In fact, it is just a little bit blinding at the right time and right angle.
So, while you may think I've settled for a mediocre photo during my morning ride, it actually serves as a warning. The same visibility issues are true for the traffic all around us. Low angle morning (and evening) sun creates quite a glare, especially through a windshield that is dusty, pitted, and has a few bugs encrusted on it. Meaning drivers can't see as well during the commute and certainly can't see smaller users like bicycles. So be extra vigilant during the morning and evening commutes as fall approaches and remember that low angle sun makes you a little less visible.
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