hi there everyone!~
the key here is don't be a victim. don't 'look' like one and keep your wits about you. just like you were in a dark parking lot.....keys out, checking out the area, be aware of your surroundings. look around, but don't look like a scared timid victim. it's doubly hard when you are on a bike and things are wizzing by you and the scenery changes. also try to vary you times and not on the same routes every day, day in and day out. leave 10-15 minutes early or late, and for God's sake, only wear one earphone if you listen to the radio/cd/mp3. keep one on the road and surroundings.
be safe everyone.
syklnsoph